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🌍 Understanding COPs: What are the differences between UNFCCC COP 29 & CBD COP 16?🌿 This year two major international events are of high interest for ESMERALDA: the UNFCCC COP 29 & CBD COP 16. These acronyms might sound a bit cumbersome, that's why we want to shed some light on what’s their purpose and who organises them! COP 29 – United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) 🔗 UNFCCC The Conference of the Parties (COP) under the UNFCCC primarily focuses on climate-related issues. The UNFCCC was established to combat dangerous human interference with the climate system, primarily through greenhouse gas emissions and global warming. COP 29 is part of a series of annual global meetings where nations negotiate agreements to reduce carbon emissions and enhance resilience against climate impacts. Key outcomes often include updates to international climate policies and funding commitments. This year the focus will lie on enhancing ambitions of the countries by setting strong climate goals and reporting progress, as well as enabling action through securing funding to achieve these goals, with COP29 working to establish a new global climate finance target. COP 16 – Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) 🔗 CBD Conversely, the COP under CBD are bi-annual conferences addressing the critical issues surrounding biodiversity. The CBD aims to conserve biological diversity, promote the sustainable use of its components and ensure the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising from genetic resources. Its conferences focus on setting global targets for the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity and the integration of biodiversity into broader policies, such as agriculture and other land uses. 📊 Objectives & Impact: While both COPs are concerned with environmental sustainability, their scope is different. COP 29 (UNFCCC) addresses climate change mitigation and adaptation, focusing on reducing emissions and adapting to unavoidable climate impacts. COP 16 (CBD) focuses on conserving natural ecosystems and ensuring the sustainable and equitable use of natural resources. 🌐 The ESMERALDA team is still considering which of these conferences to attend, we'll keep you posted. #ClimateChange #Biodiversity #Sustainability #COP29 #COP16 #UNFCCC #CBD #EnvironmentalConservation #landegradationneutrality   Alain Retiere Hinrich Paulsen 🇪🇺 Jürgen Ackermann Markus Neteler Michel Ackermann Nicolas Ackermann Philippe GISQUET Oliver Herrmann

🌍 JK Carbon Delegation Heads to COP29! 🌍 We’re thrilled to announce that JK Carbon will be sending a dedicated delegation to COP29! As the world’s foremost climate summit, COP29 is a pivotal moment for nations, industries, and environmental advocates to unite in tackling climate change. Our delegation will bring expertise in carbon credits, sustainability consulting, and emissions offsetting to the international conversation, working alongside global leaders to drive impactful climate action. Together, we’re committed to advancing solutions that empower businesses and individuals to reduce their carbon footprints and contribute to a low-carbon future. Join Us on Our Journey: Follow along for updates and key insights from COP29 as we work to create a sustainable, climate-resilient world. Together, we’re building a brighter, greener future. 📞 Connect with Us: 🌐 www.jkcarbon.com 📱 +44 7440 445571 📧 contactus@jkcarbon.com #COP29 #JKCarbon #ClimateAction #Sustainability #CarbonCredits #NetZero #EnvironmentalImpact #ClimateSummit #GreenFuture #CarbonNeutrality

PBPC is engaged in global climate discussions at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. Executive Director James Glueck and Senior Director of Sustainability Jamaica Gayle are representing PBPC in key conversations on climate policy and agriculture. On Saturday, James joined a panel hosted by the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture to discuss how a circular bioeconomy can reduce waste, create jobs, and support sustainable development. Yesterday, Jamaica participated in a UNFCCC side event, co-organized by PBPC, on building a circular economy and adopting innovative, collaborative approaches for achieving sustainable climate goals. The groundwork laid at COP29 paves the way for further dialogue and development at COP30, where PBPC will continue driving critical conversations toward lasting policies impacting the bioeconomy. #COP29

🌍✨ COP29: A Turning Point in Global Sustainability and SevenPillars Mission ✨🌍 As global leaders, businesses, and activists convene in Baku for COP29, we are reminded of the critical need for decisive action in tackling climate change and promoting sustainable development. This year’s COP focuses on ambitious goals: reducing global greenhouse gas emissions, accelerating green technologies, and advancing global climate justice to ensure no one is left behind. At SevenPillars, we see COP29’s mission as a direct alignment with our methodology, which is designed to embed sustainability into every dimension of organisational practice. The Environmental Pillar, for instance, mirrors COP29’s commitment to mitigating climate risks and promoting biodiversity by helping organisations adopt eco-friendly and circular economy practices. Through our Economic and Social Pillars, we contribute to building resilient economies and inclusive communities—priorities that resonate with COP29’s push for equitable climate solutions. Moreover, our Institutional Pillar ensures good governance frameworks, enhancing accountability and compliance in line with global climate agreements. We are proud to support organisations in driving transformative change, empowering them to become leaders in sustainability through actionable strategies that align with the United Nations SDGs. Together, let’s make sustainability not just a priority but a way of life. 🌿 #COP29 #Sustainability #SevenPillars #ClimateAction #SDGs #SustainableDevelopment

🌍 JK Carbon Delegation Heads to COP29! 🌍 We’re thrilled to announce that JK Carbon will be sending a dedicated delegation to COP29! As the world’s foremost climate summit, COP29 is a pivotal moment for nations, industries, and environmental advocates to unite in tackling climate change. Our delegation will bring expertise in carbon credits, sustainability consulting, and emissions offsetting to the international conversation, working alongside global leaders to drive impactful climate action. Together, we’re committed to advancing solutions that empower businesses and individuals to reduce their carbon footprints and contribute to a low-carbon future. Join Us on Our Journey: Follow along for updates and key insights from COP29 as we work to create a sustainable, climate-resilient world. Together, we’re building a brighter, greener future. 📞 Connect with Us: 🌐 www.jkcarbon.com 📱 +44 7440 445571 📧 contactus@jkcarbon.com #COP29 #JKCarbon #ClimateAction #Sustainability #CarbonCredits #NetZero #EnvironmentalImpact #ClimateSummit #GreenFuture #CarbonNeutrality

𝗕𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗚𝗼𝘁! Dismissal of the COP29 concessions made by the polluters and polluting nations is “irresponsible”.   “It would be so easy now, and so tempting, to dismiss #COP29 – or the entire COP process – as a failure”, said a prominent expert on sustainability business practices and advisor to the UNFCCC.  “Not only would that be intellectually lazy, but also irresponsible”, he continued.   With the advance of doubters and climate deniers and their enablers around the world, we should be indeed most thankful and humbly accept the concessions of the polluters and polluting nations.  We should stop being so critical and be satisfied with that! --- The BuildAction initiative (www.BuildAction.org) encourages the posting of observations and opinions in opposition to the merchants of doubt and climate deniers.  The initiative encourages the engagement of all stakeholder to support and protect their community.    Join us (https://lnkd.in/dbkQSrMF).  Participate, engage and make suggestions to save the world and to take the BuildAction initiative forward.   Take the initiative! Register (https://lnkd.in/dbkQSrMF) free.   If not now, when? If not us, who? Now it’s up to you! --- Author: Gregory Autin Source: SEEDIS Imagery: COP29 Azerbaijan, Shutterstock Contributor: Gregory Autin UNFCCC UN, UNDP #COP29 #Finance #GHG #Climate #Transition #Community #Solutions #Sustainability #Development #Protection https://lnkd.in/dRJUuv9Z   Like it? Say it (👍)! Click the image to see the posting:

🌱 Why COP16 Matters Now More Than Ever 🌍 As #COP16 came to an end, it reminded us of how critical it is to protect our planet’s biodiversity and ecosystems. The conference set ambitious targets and financial commitments, but turning these into real change will take all of us—businesses, communities, and individuals. The path ahead isn’t easy, but COP16 drives new momentum to protect our natural world. See our video below, which focuses on some key points we can take away from COP16, focusing on the most pressing outcomes of the event. #ClimateAction

🌍 Welcome to #UNFCC #COP29 – a global gathering united under the theme “In Solidarity for a Green World.” As we embark on this transformative week, the Conference of the Parties stands as a beacon for collaborative action and shared responsibility. It’s an opportunity for nations, businesses, and leaders to converge, exchange ideas, and push forward ambitious climate solutions. At WBCSD, we’re committed to driving meaningful progress. Our priorities this week include: ✅ Alignment on priority metrics and standards to demonstrate accountability and enable action  ✅ Business-to-business action and investment through supply chains  ✅ Driving implementation and investment of credible national and business action plans  ✅ Business support for a just transition that delivers for people and planet  Our leading business community is at COP29 to enable the translation of policy and Nationally Determined Contributions (#NDCs) into real business action. Join us for discussions on topics including interconnecting #climate, #nature and #equity in decision making, #SustainableFinance, #TransitionPlanning, Scaling industry, #CDDA, #AvoidedEmissions and so much more.    To see all our events where we’ll work to accomplish this, find the details here: https://lnkd.in/eHsHhXGh #COP29Azerbaijan #BusinessAction, #ClimateAction, #FinanceAction #RoadtoCOP30   Diane Holdorf, Fiona Watson, Jennie Dodson, Dominic Waughray, Emeline Fellus, Dr. Alexander Nick

Yesterday marked a pivotal moment at #COP29 in #Baku, as the focus turned to actionable pathways for #decarbonizing hard-to-abate industries like #steel and #cement—sectors responsible for #34% of global #emissions. Leaders highlighted #technological #breakthroughs and the urgent need for integrating industry-focused strategies into national #climate plans. These developments underscore the power of collaboration across nations and #sectors to turn ambition into action. As a #climate #advocate, I am optimistic about the progress made and eager to see how these innovations shape our collective future. Let’s continue working towards a resilient, #low-#carbon #global #economy.  #COP29 #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture #Decarbonization #ClimateFinance #MoCC #Baku #CoP29 #mitigation #adaptation #GIZ #ClimateGovernance #GreenEconomy #JustTransition

As #COP29 draws to a close, let's take a moment to reflect on the key moments in the past weeks: 💰We announced a $500,000 grant to Health In Harmony, to scale investments and implement environmental solutions for Indigenous Peoples and local communities. 🤝Global leaders signed the #COP Continuity Coalition on Climate and Health which embeds the Guiding Principles—A crucial step for Brazil to take forward to COP30, ensuring progress and tangible results. 🌍 In support of #Mission300 we announced a $10.9m package to support African-led clean energy solutions. The African Climate Foundation African School of Regulation Clean Cooking Alliance (CCA) GOGLA Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) Looking ahead to #COP30, we see that there is so much more to be done. As we continue driving impact through partnerships and collaboration, we are excited to strengthen our dialogues and efforts for a more sustainable and equitable future. To learn more about our activity at COP29, visit: https://lnkd.in/e6aksXGF