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This year will see COPs for both climate and biodiversity take place, on different sides of the globe: nature COP16 in Colombia and climate COP29 in Azerbaijan. Both will see global leaders and delegates from around the world gather together to take stock of the progress (or lack thereof) made on tackling the climate and nature crises, and to make pledges for the immediate future. However, progress on both reversing the decline of biological diversity and limiting global temperature rise have been slower than we need it to be. The agreements made at previous COPs are meaningless without being enforced and enacted. This is why we need to see these frameworks translated into binding national laws to ensure that countries’ international commitments are fulfilled. This year, ClientEarth will be sending a small delegation to both COP16 and COP29, to keep an eye on the negotiations and report back on progress made. Find out about our COP presence here 👇

🌍 What are COPs? 🌍 The Conference of the Parties (COP) is a global event where world leaders, environmental experts, and activists come together to discuss and negotiate actions to combat climate change. Each year, the COP focuses on assessing #progress in the fight against climate change and setting new targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, protect biodiversity, and promote sustainable development. 🔜 Upcoming COP 29 🔜 Mark your calendars! The next COP, #COP29, will be held in Azerbaijan from November 11-22, 2024. This conference will be another pivotal moment for the global community to push forward on urgent climate actions and implement the goals of the Paris Agreement. 🌱✨ Pan African Climate Justice Alliance PACJA Climate Policy Initiative Climate Collective UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre COP29 Azerbaijan Justine M Nyaga Nicholas Ngece Murithi Antony Climate First Nairobi summer school on climate justice Summer school #COP29 #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Azerbaijan #ClimateChange

My take on COP29? As the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference convenes at Baku and climate-related goals are established, it is essential that nations are held accountable through consistent, objective evaluation metrics. I call on COP29 participants to commit to shared standards for tracking and publicly reporting progress, including carbon reduction, biodiversity preservation, and social impact metrics. Countries should not only ask for more money but must also be accountable to their people for using national resources to combat climate-based challenges. Transparency and accountability must be held at all levels. #cop29 #climatechange #fife #development #transparency #friedensau #research #UN

🌿💭 Reflecting on the first week of COP16, addressing the issue of financing is crucial for restoring countries' biodiversity. In previous years, it has been observed that more developed countries have hindered the progress of climate negotiations due to their reluctance to allocate a larger share of funds compared to less developed countries. COP16 has called for an end to this deadlock and for financial action to be taken. As we move into the second week of COP16, there is optimism that more substantive financial discussions will occur. The week kicks off with 'Finance and Biodiversity Day', where it is hoped that these negotiations will be actively pursued. If you wish to discuss any of the COP16 themes or content, please contact one of our experts: Matthew Germain, Caroline Bush, Julian Wolfgramm-King, Arthur Hopkinson, or Lauren Gardner 🌱 Find out more here > https://lnkd.in/eaCkDk2B #OCBiodiversityBrief #COP16 #GlobalBiodiversity #BiodiversityFramework

🤝 Humbled to be invited by COP29 Azerbaijan President-designate Mukhtar Babayev to co-facilitate informal Ministerial consultations on Article 6 of the Paris Agreement alongside Simon Watts, New Zealand’s Minister of Climate Change & Revenue 🇳🇿 The first ‘Global Stocktake’ at COP28 highlighted the urgent need to limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C and achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement. A well-regulated Article 6 will be a key instrument to foster global climate cooperation through high-integrity carbon markets, channel investments to developing countries, and raise climate ambition. As COP29 approaches, there is still much work ahead. In the coming weeks, we will engage with Parties to gather their views, and work towards possible landing zones on outstanding issues on Article 6 in support of incoming COP29 Presidency’s efforts to deliver a successful outcome at COP29. [📸: Photo taken at COP28 in 2023. Looking forward to partnering Hon. Simon Watts.] #PreCOP29 #COP29 #COP29Azerbaijan #Article6 #ParisAgreement #ClimateAction

🌍 What to Expect at COP29 and the Road to COP30 🌍 This November, Azerbaijan takes on the Presidency of COP29, hosted at Baku Stadium, marking a milestone in climate leadership. With a strong focus on climate finance, trillions of dollars are required to accelerate the global transition to low-carbon economies. COP29 will be a pivotal platform for countries to present their updated national climate action plans under the Paris Agreement, due by early 2025. Looking ahead, COP30 in Brazil will be the first UNFCCC COP hosted in the Amazon—a critical biome in the fight against climate change. Brazil's hosting of COP30 in 2025 underscores the urgent need for global collaboration in preserving biodiversity and advancing sustainable development. Follow Shift Eco as we share insights and updates from COP29! #COP29 #COP30 #ClimateAction #Sustainability

What's up with the ocean, #COP28? In this blog post early-career researcher Mitchell Lennan (University of Aberdeen, UK), who attended COP28, reflects on the One Ocean Hub's climate change work since COP26 in Glasgow, the outcomes of COP28, with a focus on loss and damage, the Global Stocktake, and children’s human rights, and concludes with an outlook for future Hub activities at the ocean-climate nexus. https://lnkd.in/eYteE8VW UNFCCC UN UN Climate Change UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre #SB60 #oceanclimatenexus #climatechange #climatecrisis #climatesolutions #naturebasedsolutions

A useful guide to COP16 Colombia

Daily Update from COP16 Colombia – United Nations Biodiversity Conference 🌍 Key Highlights of 22nd October 2024 Day 2 of the COP 16 Biodiversity Conference witnessed focused discussions on climate adaptation and international cooperation to assist vulnerable nations in preparing for extreme weather events. Panels emphasized the urgent need to scale up mitigation efforts, with a particular spotlight on accelerating renewable energy transitions. Participants also stressed the importance of aligning national policies with global climate goals to ensure equitable resource distribution and foster inclusive sustainable development. 🎙 Notable Speakers and Their Messages:    - UN Secretary-General: "The time to act is now. Climate action is no longer a choice, it is an imperative."   - Minister from Small Island States: Highlighted the existential threat posed by rising sea levels and called for immediate financial aid and support from developed nations.     - EU Climate Commissioner: Urged nations to double their commitments toward the Green Climate Fund. 📢 Announcements:  - G20 nations pledged $50 billion to support climate adaptation projects in developing countries over the next decade.   - Agreement reached on forming a global loss and damage fund to compensate countries suffering from climate-induced losses.   - A new international task force was announced to monitor methane emissions across sectors. Stay tuned for more updates from COP 16 as critical negotiations continue to shape the future of global climate policy. Let’s engage, share insights, and collectively work towards a sustainable tomorrow. IIFM Bhopal #COP16 #ClimateAction #Sustainability #ClimateAdaptation #Mitigation #InternationalCooperation #GreenFuture  

🌎 Hopes were high that COP 28 might be a game-changer against the climate crisis. A closer look at the outcomes of the climate summit, however, say otherwise❕ ✏️ This blog article is written by Mark A.V. Ambay III a graduate from the Master’s Programme in Human Rights and Democratisation in Asia Pacific (APMA). Global Campus Alumni (GCA) #ClimateChange #ClimateFinance #COP28