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⚙️The June 2024 #UNClimateConference in Bonn highlighted critical outcomes and ongoing disputes centered around global climate finance and future goals. 🧩Developed and developing nations clashed over funding responsibilities, particularly concerning trillions needed for initiatives, delaying progress on #ClimateAdaptation and prior agreements. ❗A major unresolved issue is the post-2025 global #ClimateFinance goal, slated for agreement at #COP29 in Baku, aiming to replace the unmet $100 billion annual target set for 2020. 🔎Discussions also addressed #GlobalEmissions reduction and resilience, culminating in a streamlined 45-page "input paper" post-intense negotiations. Despite challenges, agreement was reached on enhancing finance accessibility and transparency frameworks under the #ParisAgreement. 📍The conference marked a milestone with the launch of a new fund at #COP28 to aid countries grappling with climate-related loss and damage, a significant win for vulnerable nations. Looking ahead to COP29, unresolved issues like finance metrics and recipient selection demand decisive action amid potential disruptions from governmental changes in key donor countries. 🤝We believe it's imperative for the entire world to unite in the collective fight against #ClimateChange, pooling resources internationally to ensure effective #ClimateAction. Let's remain committed as we work together to shape a #sustainable climate future! Vikram Vishal ARNAB DUTTA Piyali Majumder Koyel Das

A week today, Monday 23 September, a coalition led by the Government of Brazil will launch a permanent Global Citizens’ Assembly for People and Planet for #COP30 and beyond. The goal is to get 10m people directly engaged in the assembly by 2030; and as many as we can in COP30. Not just to push politicians; but to tell the story of the people across the world rising to the crisis. Arguing because they care, disagreeing well and building solidarity as an antidote to polarization. It's been a great privilege to play a role in incubating this new institution. If you're in NYC or would like to join the livestream we'd love to see you. The launch isn't taking place in a conference room but at the NY Society for Ethical Culture, the beating heart of so much civic activism and democratic renewal for over a century. Supported by the Government of Brazil, Climate Emergency Collaboration Group Wellcome Trust and Avaaz, this event will explore how we can work together to ensure that #COP30 kickstarts a new era where people lead #globalgovernance. Confirmed speakers include: ◾ Ana Toni (Secretary for Climate Change, Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, Brazil) ◾ Ralph Regenvanu (Special Envoy for Climate Change and Environment, Vanuatu) ◾ Laurence Tubiana (CEO, European Climate Foundation, and key architect of the #ParisAgreement) ◾ Abdallah Mokssit (Secretary, IPCC) ◾ Sandrine Dixson-Declève (Co-President, The Club of Rome & Chair Earth4All) ◾ Tolullah Oni (Clinical Professor, University of Cambridge) ◾ Rachael Orr (CEO, Climate Outreach) 📝 Read more about the event and the Assembly: https://lnkd.in/e6s-Z-xp 🗓 Register to join us in New York: https://lnkd.in/ezuejCJJ 🖋 Sign up the Coalition mailing list to find out how to tune in online for the live-streamed event 🖥 : https://lnkd.in/eUXhBKWr #SummitoftheFuture #Climateweek #OurCommonAgenda #2024UNCSC

The “White Paper” is a strategic document developed by the Business Council at the PRECOP 29 Climate Conference (a body building on the actions undertaken by the Business Council at WUF11). It contains key conclusions and recommendations related to the actions that must be taken to effectively achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).  The recommendations presented to the Government of the Republic of Poland were shared during the UN Climate Change Conference COP 29 in Azerbaijan, held from November 11-22, 2024. This is the world's largest forum aimed at developing a joint policy to combat climate change, attended by representatives from nearly 200 countries, with over 65,000 participants.  Dr. Eng. Tomasz Jan Wilczyński, President of BFirst.Tech, made a significant contribution to the development of the document, sharing his expert knowledge in areas such as monitoring and diagnostics of industrial infrastructure, applications of Big Data, artificial intelligence algorithms, machine learning in industry, ESG non-financial reporting, and noise pollution reduction. Access the content of the “White Paper” at the following link: https://lnkd.in/dZCSgDyE #UNGCNP #UNGC #UN #GlobalCompactNetworkPoland #WhitePaper #BiałaKsięga #PRECOP #PRECOP29 #Agenda2030 #DobrePraktyki #GoodPractice #ClimatePositive #Climate #CeleZrównoważonegoRozwoju #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #BFirstTech #BFT #TechnologiesofSustainableWorld #ZrownowazonyRozwoj #UNDay #SDG #ESG #IntelligentAcoustics #DataEngineering #Monitoring #Diagnostics #TechnologieZrównoważonegoŚwiata #ZrównoważonyŚwiat

🌍 **Exciting News!** 🌍 In a landmark moment at the United Nations Summit of the Future, the Iswe Foundation and partners launched the first iteration of the Citizens’ Assembly for People and Planet in September 2024. This marks a bold step towards empowering communities and amplifying the voices of citizens to drive change independently of traditional multilateral negotiations, with the backing from non-state actors, including civil society, faith groups, and local governments. With the strong support of the Brazilian government, the Global Citizens’ Assembly will connect with COP30 in Belém, paving the way for meaningful climate action on both local and global scales. 🌱 Key highlights from the launch event included powerful insights from: Ana Toni, Vice Minister for Climate Change (Brazil) Laurence Tubiana CEO of the European Climate Foundation & key architect of the Paris Agreement Together, they called for an assembly that would not only chart a collective path forward but reimagine our politics by bringing citizens into the heart of global governance. 👉 For more updates leading up to COP30 and beyond, sign up for the Coalition for a Global Citizen's Assembly mailing list. Journalists can reach out to aish.machani@iswe.org for coverage opportunities. #GlobalCitizensAssembly #COP30 #ClimateAction #UNSummitoftheFuture #PeopleAndPlanet https://lnkd.in/dW3XXtAk

With the world’s focus on #COP29, local and regional governments are poised to play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of new national climate plans. The latest edition of the #LGMA bulletin explores the synergy between key UN events and the potential challenges from domestic political agendas. Packed with key insights as we approach COP29 in Baku, this edition dives into the critical role of local governments in shaping the new national climate plans leading up to 2030 and 2050. Check it out at: https://lnkd.in/exAb-B5M Here's a glimpse: 🔹 Inter-agency Policy Briefs: A collaborative effort from #ICLEI, United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG), and OECD - OCDE, these briefs offer evidence-based recommendations for localizing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), covering topics like governance, data, and climate action. 🔹 IPCC calls for Author Nominations: The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is seeking nominations for its Special Report on Climate Change and Cities, which will be released in 2027. This report aims to blend scientific insights with policy recommendations to drive climate action in urban areas. Nominations are open until 20 September 2024. 🔹 Baku Climate Action Week: This inaugural event from 30 September to 4 October showcases Azerbaijan’s climate efforts and bring together leaders to discuss critical themes, such as energy transition and water security, ahead of COP29. Subscribe to stay updated on multilevel action and urbanization, and be sure to join our monthly webinars for deeper discussions leading to COP29, with ICLEI Director of Global Advocacy yunus Arikan. 👉 Next webinar on 12 September at 10:00 and 16:00 CEST: https://lnkd.in/dem5n6BX #ClimateAction #IPCC #Baku #LocalGovernments #Sustainability #SDGs

Some positive news out of #COP28? For the first time in history, there is clear language on phasing out #FossilFuels. This seems like a step in the right direction but might not be enough. Nations and businesses need to #WalkTheTalk - #commit, set ambitious #goals, and #finance the transition. In the words of the representative of the Island Nations: "We have made an incremental advancement over business as usual, when what we really need is an exponential step change in our actions." And another quote that sums it up well: Clover H: “Our mistake would be accepting that this is the best we can do… …History shows us that true leadership will not come from those who benefit from the system remaining unchanged. True leadership will come from those who have everything to lose; but also, everything to gain.” #ClimateChange #ClimateAction

Join this important #COP29 discussion focusing on how to reduce inequalities and ensure #climatejustice for all - led by our SPES project partners. Available to watch live online here: https://lnkd.in/gdQxUN5j COP29 Azerbaijan

NOW LIVE (Webinar) | Exploring the Implications of COP29 for Developing Countries and South Africa Join us today for a powerful multi-stakeholder webinar series featuring activists and climate justice advocates who attended COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. 🔥 Key Topics: • Why the Climate Deal falls short of meeting the SAACJ Movement's demands. • How communities can navigate the challenges of a changing climate and its impacts on their livelihoods. This panel discussion promises to unpack the realities behind the negotiations and their implications for South Africa and other developing nations as they fight for climate justice and equitable solutions. 
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🔗 https://lnkd.in/dtc9vt3P Oxfam South Africa OZA | South Africa Climate Action Network (SACAN) | Natural Justice | COP29 Azerbaijan | FEMNET - African Women's Development and Communication Network | PACJA South Africa

What's at stake for #adaptation at #COP29? Postdoctoral Research Fellow Luckson Zvobgo is part of an expert group tasked with refining the Global Goal on Adaptation (#GGA) indicators. He outlines the importance of fleshing out the GGA at COP29, and Africa's priorities for the development of indicators to track the Goal. https://lnkd.in/eQG_35ez

📢 #HappeningTomorrow! TERI - The Energy and Resources Institute along with other partners including ELEVATE, International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA), PBL Planbureau voor de Leefomgeving, IIED Europe and German Council on Foreign Relations is organising the official side event, “Holistic approach to climate-resilient, just development: Translating evident into action” 📅 18 November, 2024 🕒 15:00 - 16:30 AZT 📍 SE-3, Blue Zone, COP29 The event underscores the urgency of developing equitable and just #climatestrategies, integrating robust scientific assessments with justice-focused policies. It highlights a model-based assessment quantifying financial needs for #mitigation, #adaptation, and #lossanddamage, prioritizing vulnerable populations and addressing historical injustices. Achieving these goals demands strong political will, international cooperation, inclusive decision-making, and continuous monitoring to ensure effective and equitable resource allocation. To know more 👉 https://lnkd.in/g3aTzi6g 🤝 Join us to explore actionable pathways for a fair and sustainable climate future. #TERIatCOP29 #COP29 #Act4Earth #ClimateAction #ClimateChange #ClimateJustice #SustainableDevelopment #RenewableEnergy #ClimateFinance #JustTransition #AdaptationFinance