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Side events schedule

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Mitigation, including response measures
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Means of implementation and support
Integrated and holistic approaches
Other topics related to the UNFCCC process

Side events organized by Green Climate Fund (GCF), Global Environment Facility (GEF), WMO/UNEP Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and Adaptation Fund Board (AFB) are part of UNFCCC and related events.

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Scheduled Time/Location Organizer Title / theme / speakers Attachments
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 1
Red Mexicana de Organizaciones Campesinas Forestales A.C. (RED MOCAF)
Mr. Gustavo Sánchez Valle
redmocaf@prodigy.net.mx
+52 55 44889920
Native Amazon Operation (OPAN)
Ms. Andreia Fanzeres
andreia@amazonianativa.org.br
+55 65 981115748
Retos y oportunidades para el reconocimiento de Comunidades Locales en la UNFCCC,
Desde su creación, la UNFCCC reconoce a las comunidades locales como importantes actores a nivel global, sin embargo, no existe una representación de las mismas en este espacio. En el side event se expondrán los avances que hay al respecto y las propuestas para designar una representación.
 
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 2
Institute for Biodiversity Network e.V. (ibn)
Mr. Axel Paulsch
paulsch@biodiv.de
+49 176 56710057
Association of Sustainable Ecological Engineering Development (ASEED)
Mr. JUI-WEN CHEN
jw@jwprocess.com.tw
+886 9650 23230
Mitigation by Renewable Energy Solutions on industrial scales in Africa and Asia
Five projects from the German funding programme Client II present adapted research/innovations on mitigation through production and use of renewable energy in Africa and Asia for industrial use.JW presents Eco Solar Water-Permeable, Storing, and Purifying Pavement as green infrastructure.

Speakers: JW Technologies: Jui-Wen Chen SoPhosM: Christian Schwager Level-Up: Stefan Pelz PV-2-Heat: Sven Jona EnaTex: Michael Porzig ButoVal: Felix Flesch German Federal Ministry for Education and Research: Roland Keil
 
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 3
Instituto Interamericano de Cooperación para la Agricultura (IICA)
Ms. Kathya Fajardo
kattia.fajardo@iica.int
+506 8389 3668
Centro Agronómico Tropical de Investigación y Enseñanza (CATIE)
Mr. Pablo Imbach
pablo.imbach@catie.ac.cr
+506 8816 8587
Title: Addressing adaptation through NbS as a vulnerability and risk reduction measure in LAC region
LAC faces high climate vulnerability with increasing extreme events threatening its economies. Promoting adaptation and nature-based solutions will help build resilient agrifood systems. Thus, creating an exchange space for articulating these efforts is essential for the Caribbean and the region.

Speakers: 3 Ministers of Agriculture (1 from the Caribbean), Manuel Otero (DG IICA), Luis P. (DG CATIE), a representative of RCC Latin America, GGA and private sector partners
 
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 4
Griha Council
Mr. Manish Shrivastava
manish.shrivastava@teri.res.in
+91 98918 84894
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR)
Ms. Alexandra Ramos Valle
aramos@ucar.edu
+1 303 4978238
Global risk resilience discourse and adaptation
Last few years have seen increasing concern of climate change and need for Adaptation. This is in line with international developments, constitution of GGA for enhancing adaptive capacities, strengthening resilience, reducing overall vulnerability. Session will focus on implementation aspects.

Speakers: Speakers will be a mix of representatives from developed and developing countries, policy makers, negotiators, and researchers with a gender balance.
 
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 6
Cooperation Internationale pour le Développement et la Solidarité (CIDSE)
Ms. Lydia Machaka
machaka@cidse.org
+32 478 20884
MISEREOR, German Catholic Bishops' Organisation for Development Cooperation (MISEREOR)
Ms. Madeleine Wörner
madeleine.woerner@misereor.de
+4 276 2234577
Swiss Lenten Fund (FO) (FO)
Ms. Bettina Duerr
duerr@fastenaktion.ch
+41 41 2275953
NDCs for climate justice: Using the First GST for Greater Transparency and Ambition
Tracking national progress on climate targets is crucial for informing the next NDCs. This event highlights transparency, implementation, and impact of climate actions at all levels. It emphasizes incorporating COP28's GST decision and how Parties can improve NDCs by addressing gaps from the 1st GST

Speakers: NDC transparency experts and practitioners Policymakers and Party representatives CSOs working on enhancing NDC transparency and ambition
 
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 7
Global Law Thinkers Society (GLTS)
Ms. Raoman Smita
globallawthinkers@gmail.com
+880 1755 991488
Connected Advocacy for Empowerment and Youth Development Initiative (Connected Advocacy)
Mr. Prince Israel Orekha
cacydforsdg@gmail.com
+234 234 8064871447
EcoCash Global Trade Hub: Towards Sustainable Living Community
EcoCash Global Trade Hub builds sustainable communities through eco-friendly practices and innovative cross border trade solutions. It supports green businesses, eco-entrepreneurs, and innovators with virtual trade fairs, financial literacy, funding, and networking, promoting green transitions

Speakers: 1.Raoman Smita,Legal & Climate Finance Expert 2.Israel Prince Orekha,Connected Advocacy 3.Samiha Khan,Academician,DIU 4.Victoria Manya,INCLUDE 5.Dr. Anika Altaf,INCLUDE 6.Morgana Sythove,URI Netherlands 7.Basu Gautam
01. Banner & Speakers:EcoCash Global Trade Hub,Towards Sustainable Living Community [987 kb]
02. Concept:EcoCash Global Trade Hub,Towards Sustainable Living Community [343 kb]
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 8
World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO)
Ms. Billie Donovan
shapingzero@ice.org.uk
+44 207 6652195
Engineering Institute of Canada - Institut Canadien des ingenieurs (EIC-ICI)
Mr. DARREL DANYLUK
mrdjd48@gmail.com
+1 403 6890379
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Ms. Karen McCabe
k.mccabe@ieee.org
+1 908 2394041
Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
Ms. Billie Donovan
billie.donovan@ice.org.uk
+44 207 6652195
Accelerating Clean Tech for Energy and Agriculture in SIDS: Enabling action for a Just Transition
Accelerating the deployment of clean tech solutions that enable equitable access to energy and support agricultural processes in small island states. Enabling action by harvesting knowledge of communities and expanding skills through capacity building to support the just transition.

Speakers: Davide Stronati, Chair, WFEO Climate Change WG; Saifur Rahman, Past President, IEEE; Marie-Line Vaiani, WFEO Committee on Energy Chair ; David Smith, ICE Chair Sustainable Resilient Infrastructure Community Advisory Board; James Ellsmoor, CEO, Island Innovation; Micheala Chan, WFEO Young Engineer/ F
 
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 9
Palau
Mr. Xavier Matsutaro
xavier.matsutaro@gmail.com
+680 775 3007
Foundation of Taiwan Industry Service (FTIS)
Ms. Chen-Yu Yeh
jeanyeh@ftis.org.tw
+886 2 8862278441
Harnessing Science and Nature: Innovative Adaptation Strategies for Resilient Futures
We aim to explore how integrating scientific research and Nature-Based Solutions can enhance climate resilience. The discussion will cover policy, strategies, and best practices from governmental, NGO, and industrial perspectives, anticipating better collaboration for a more resilient future.

Speakers: Government of Palau - Foundation of Taiwan Industry Service - International Cooperation and Development Fund - Global Fishing Watch
 
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 1
Green Climate Fund (GCF)
Mr. Darren Karjama
dkarjama@gcfund.org
Reform of the International Financial Architecture and the Role of GCF
The fragmented international financial landscape is unfit for today’s climate challenges, leaving developing countries without needed resources. The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has the flexibility to support bold reforms among key players to enable the speed and scale needed

Speakers: Speakers to be confirmed
Reform of the International Financial Architecture and the Role of GCF [290 kb]
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 3
The DEGREES Initiative
Ms. Anita Nzeh
anzeh@degrees.ngo
+44 7885 910181
ClimateNet
Ms. Maria Eitel
eitel@perspectives.cc
+49 176 76498199
Solar Radiation Modification: A Conversation on Governance and Research
Solar radiation modification (SRM), a controversial proposal for reducing climate risks, is receiving increasing attention. The event will explore views on the potential of responsible research and assessment by addressing environmental and societal aspects, governance, uncertainty, transparency, global equity and inclusion.

Speakers: Andy Parker, The Degrees Initiative Nana Ama Brown Klutse, IPCC and University of Ghana. Matthias Honegger, Perspectives Climate Group. Hassaan Sipra, Alliance for Just Deliberation on Solar Geoengineering. Thelma Krug, Overshoot Commission Jason Jabbour, United Nations Environment Programme
Degrees Initiative and ClimateNet Side Event Concept Note [102 kb]
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 4
Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA)
Ms. Kristi Disney Bruckner
kdisney@responsiblemining.net
+1 303 9120855
Publish What You Pay (PWYP)
Ms. Zoé Spriet-Mezoued
zsprietmezoued@pwyp.org
+213 0 552143618
ResponsibleSteel
Ms. ANNIE HEATON
aheaton@responsiblesteel.org
+44 7920 492857
Using IRMA to Advance Environmental and Social Responsibility in Transition Mineral Supply Chains
This side event will share experience across diverse sectors using IRMA, the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance, to advance responsible environmental, social, and economic practices across mineral supply chains as demands escalate to meet the energy transition and Paris Agreement targets.

Speakers: Speaker selection will prioritize representation from resource-rich developing countries and gender balance. Kristi Disney Bruckner of IRMA will facilitate the panel, including representatives of government, Indigenous Peoples, civil society, and mining companies, and purchasing companies.
 
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 5
African Centre of Meteorological Application for Development (ACMAD)
Mr. KAMGA FOAMOUHOUE Andre
contact@acmad.org
+227 20 96261757
Global Water Partnership Organisation (GWPO)
Mx. Sarra Touzi
sarra.touzi@gwpsaf.org
+216 58 699391
IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (IGAD-ICPAC)
Mr. Abebe Tadege Tsehayu
Abebe.Tadege@igad.int.
+254 71 6223871
Progress on Multihazards Early warning for adaptation, loss and damage,FGGA pillars of climateaction
Discuss and share good practices to operate and ensure financial sustainability of situation rooms for Multihazards Early Warnings Systems in Africa for better disaster risk management. Progress on developing situations rooms will be presented and discussed.

Speakers: African Center of Meteorological Applications for Developement(ACMAD), Flemish Institute for Technological Research(VITO), African Union(AU),Global and Water Partnership(GWP) International federation of Red Cross(IFRC) and IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Center (ICPAC)
 
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 6
Iuav University of Venice (Iuav)
Mr. Vittore Negretto
vnegretto@iuav.it
+39 329 765575
Climate Chance Association
Ms. Estelle Methens
association@climate-chance.org
+33 1 662737239
Deutsches Institut für Normung e.V (DIN)
Mr. Jörg Megow
joerg.megow@din.de
+49 30 26012564
Universal Versatile Society (UV Society)
Ms. Cataleya (Xinyue) Han
xinyue@uvsociety.org
+61 4 12635304
Sub-national multi-actor adaptation action to inform National Adaptation Plans (NAPs).
The integration of national and subnational levels of adaptation plans reports yearly gaps due to limited horizontal and vertical coordination mechanisms. The panel focuses on bottom-up solutions including science-based indicators, standardization, locally led actions and decision-making.

Speakers: Francesco Musco (IUAV); Christoph Winterhalter (ISO); Ronan Dantec (Climate Chance), Vikrant Srivastava (WFF and Lead For Earth), Julia Lopez (C40); Maryke van Staden (ICLEI Europe), Nicola Tollin (SDU).
 
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 7
Climate Strategies
Ms. Ana Gonzalez
ana.ga@climatestrategies.org
+31 6 27923981
Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI)
Ms. Frida Lager
frida.lager@sei.org
+46 11264 4673460464
Trinidad and Tobago
Mr. KISHAN KUMARSINGH
anamika_tt@yahoo.com
+868 868 7600885
Just Resilience: Just Transitions towards a more equal and climate resilient society
Just resilience, a new concept, centres justice in adaptation to avoid unintended consequences like increased vulnerabilities and inequalities. Including perspectives from the global majority is key to make policies effective and reflective of the realities of those most affected by climate change.

Speakers: Speakers will explore how just resilience can support NAPs, GGA, and the JTWP. This will include perspectives from government (e.g. Trinidad and Tobago and Papua New Guinea).The panel will include civil society, researchers, youth, policymakers, and community leaders, focusing on Global South voices
Event flyer [139 kb]
Event's Concept and Agenda [339 kb]
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 8
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Ms. Iana Messetchkov
IMessetchkova@unfccc.int
Advancing Integrity in Carbon Markets with the Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism
2024 was a milestone year for the UN’s new carbon market. Born under the Paris Agreement, it aims to set the benchmark for an effective and fair carbon market. Join members of the UN Body overseeing it, in conversation with stakeholders, to hear about the milestones achieved and their impact.

Speakers: Members of the A6.4 SBM; Representatives from the private sector, local communities and other international organizations.
 
Monday,
11 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 9
Global Network of Civil Society Organisations for Disaster Reduction (GNDR)
Ms. Rebecca Murphy
rebecca.murphy@gndr.org
+44 7800 564388
International Alliance of Indigenous and Tribal Peoples of the Tropical Forests (IAITPTF)
Ms. Lucy Mulenkei
internationalalliancetropicalf@gmail.com
+254 200 722914614
Nadam Foundation
Mr. Sri Hari Govind Kaliapuram Narendrakumar
srihari17govind@gmail.com
+91 0 8056339031
Financing Loss & Damage at the Local Community level
Climate-related L&D affects local communities on a very large scale, especially in vulnerable communities and countries.L&D funds currently under the UNFCCC aim at providing technical assistance to catalyse the operationalization of activities.

Speakers: Becky Murphy, GNDR; Adessou Kossivi, GNDR; Azmat Khan, Foundation for Rural Development; Fatima Ahmed, Zenab for Women in Development; Gideon Sanogo, Pastoralists Indigenous NGOs; Miriam Ndow Jorju, Gambia Government; Soumyadeep Banerjee, IOM; Mary Friel IFRC
COP29 Call for Action [204 kb]
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 3
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
Mr. Benjamin Schachter
benjamin.schachter@un.org
Achieving transformative climate action through gender-responsive, rights-based economic approaches
Event will focus on how COP outcomes, particularly those related to finance, article 6 of the Paris Agreement, and just transition, can achieve transformative, ambitious climate action by integrating elements of a human rights economy and capacity building that prioritises people and the environment

Speakers: A diverse range of speakers from UN, IFIs, States and key elements of the environmental justice movement including Indigenous Peoples, UNFCCC national focal points, children and youths, trade unions, PwDs, migrants and displaced persons, and the women and gender constituency will be considered.
 
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 1
Marshall Islands
Mr. Clarence Samuel
clarencesam@gmail.com
+692 455 6432
Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI)
Mr. Chen-An Lien
CALien@itri.org.tw
+886 937 182786
International Climate Dialogue e.V. (ICD)
Ms. Maria Eitel
eitel@perspectives.cc
+49 176 76498199
Transition Away from Fossil Fuels: Technology & Market-Based instruments for Net-Zero Actions
This side event explores innovative strategies and collaborations to accelerate the global transition to net-zero emissions, focusing on the pivotal roles of technology and market-based instruments. Case studies, best practices, and future pathways toward the PA goals will be presented.

Speakers: RMI Minister of Environment Director, Industrial Technology Research Institue Director, International Climate Dialogue
 
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 2
International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO)
Ms. Miwa Tsukui
oed@itto.int
+81 45 2231110
Forestry and Forest Products Research Institute (FFPRI)
Mr. Gen Totani
climate@ffpri.affrc.go.jp
+81 29 8298110
Innovations to maximize tropical forests’ contribution to climate change mitigation and adaptation
Co-organized by ITTO and Japan’s FFPRI, this event highlights innovative technologies, research, and partnerships (i.e., improved carbon accounting, wildfire mngmt and timber traceability tools) that advance forests and sustainable forest mngmt. as nature-based solutions to address climate change.

Speakers: Ms. Jennifer Conje (ITTO), Ms. Amy Duchelle (FAO), Mr. Thomas Nifinluri (Indonesia’s Ministry of Environment and Forests), Dr. Christopher Martius (CIFOR), Dr. Koji Tamai (FFPRI), Dr. El Khalil Cherif (MARETEC/LARSyS), Mr. Ramon Carrillo (ITTO)
2024 State of the World's Forests report: innovations in the forestry sector [2 Mb]
Innovations for better managing tropical forest wildfires [3 Mb]
Research and innovations in carbon accounting [2 Mb]
Mapping fractional shrub cover for predicting wildfires and protecting forest [2 Mb]
Guatemala’s innovations on timber tracking [3 Mb]
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 3
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Ms. Ileana-Sinziana Puscas
mecrhq@iom.int
+41 79 3631097
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
Mr. Benjamin Schachter
benjamin.schachter@un.org

Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
Ms. Esme O'Keeffe
okeeffe@unhcr.org

United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Mr. Lorenzloss Guadagno
lorenzog@unops.org
What can Migrants and Displaced Persons bring to the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage?
The Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage brings an opportunity to work hand in hand with migrants and displaced persons, including refugees, on implementing climate action. Who are they and what can they bring to the table? Join this side event to find out.

Speakers: Representatives of migrants, IDPs and refugees from climate vulnerable countries, and high level representatives from UN organizations, international financial institutions, and/or States. Gender and geographic balance from the LDCs and SIDSs as well as experiential diversity will be prioritized.
Backdrop photo [674 kb]
Event Powerpoint [1011 kb]
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 4
Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment and Energy
Mr. Max Schulze-Steinen
max.schulze-steinen@wupperinst.org
+49 157 78835152
Carbon Market Watch (CMW)
Mr. Jonathan Crook
jonathan.crook@carbonmarketwatch.org

Foundation myclimate - The Climate Protection Partnership (myclimate)
Mr. Kai Rassmus Landwehr
kai.landwehr@myclimate.org
+41 43 5004350
NewClimate Institute for Climate Policy and Global Sustainability gGmbH (NewClimate Institute)
Ms. Juliette de Grandpré
j.degrandpre@newclimate.org
+49 176 46055571
Decarbonisation beyond the value chain: navigating between carbon credits and climate contributions
Many stakeholders have proposed the “climate contribution” model as an alternative to the outdated offsetting approach. Panelists will discuss what this model entails, requirements for companies to engage in it, as well as how it can support climate action that goes beyond carbon crediting alone.

Speakers: Jonathan Crook (Carbon Market Watch), Nico Kreibich (Wuppertal Institute), Juliette de Grandpré (NewClimate Institute), Kai Landwehr (myclimate), implementing partner from a developing country (tbc), government representative from a developing country (tbc)
 
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 6
International Science Council (ISC)
Ms. Megha Sud
megha.sud@council.science
+33 6 71300963
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)
Ms. Kirsten Hennrich
kirsten.hennrich@kit.edu
+49 721 28595
Climate Science: key take aways in 2024
The side event will present the latest developments in climate science, its priorities and highlight a pivotal role of science in supporting countries and the world community in reaching the goals of the international climate policy and in advancing the sustainable development.

Speakers: Salvatore Aricò, ISC; Irina Bokova, former DG of UNESCO; Lars Peter Hansen, Univ. of Chicago; Alik Ismail-Zadeh, KIT; Thelma Krug, GCOS; Reimund Schwarze, DKKV; Ismail Serageldin, the COP29 IAC; Rep. from WMO, Future Earth, WCRP, GOOS, SCAR, SCOR, IRDR
Agenda [27 kb]
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 7
Norway
Ms. Kristina Baer
acs@arctic-council.org
+0 47 91120370
Bangladesh
Mr. Mirza Shawkat Ali
mirzasa1@yahoo.com
+88 1 720222363
Climate Policy Center (CPC)
Ms. Pam Pearson
pampearson44@yahoo.com
+46 70 5752257
Iceland
Ms. Pam Pearson
pampearson44@yahoo.com
+46 70 5752257
International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD)
Mr. Pradyumna Rana
pradyumna.rana@icimod.org
+977 1 9813816868
International Cryosphere Climate Initiative (ICCI)
Ms. Pam Pearson
pampearson44@yahoo.com
+46 70 5752257
Inuit Circumpolar Conference (ICC)
Ms. Anne Simpson
asimpson@inuitcircumpolar.com
+1 613 3551507
Pakistan
Mr. Imran Khan
imrankhanmocc@gmail.com
+92 51 3335209637
Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR)
Mr. Eoghan Griffin
eoghan@scar.org
+44 7793 244638
A message from the Frozen World – the Global Impact of a Changing Cryosphere
The cryosphere (e.g. glaciers, permafrost, sea ice) is changing at a record rate, threatening ways of life, destabilizing the climate, causing sea-level rise worldwide. By knowing impacts and drivers, by focusing on practices based on science and Indigenous Knowledge, decisive action is possible.

Speakers: HE Mr. J Gahr Støre, Norway; Hon. M Rojas, Chile; Hon. A B Shahi Thakuri, Nepal; Ms. R Khurshid Alam, Pakistan; Ms. A Lührmann, Germany; Mr. M Høglund, Norway; Ms. S Olsvig, ICC; Ms. C Saulo, WMO; Mr. P Gymatsho, ICIMOD; Ms H Sevestre, AMAP; Mr. J Kirkham, ICCI; Mr. K Dorji, ICIMOD
Side event program and updated speakers' list [114 kb]
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 8
The Climate Center
Ms. Ellen Cohen
ellie@theclimatecenter.org
+11 415 2543727
Integrated Carbon Observation System European Research Infrastructure Consortium (ICOS ERIC)
Mr. Werner Kutsch
werner.kutsch@icos-ri.eu
+358 50 4484598
World Ocean Council (WOC)
Mr. Paul Holthus
paul.holthus@oceancouncil.org
+1 808 2779008
Carbon Dioxide Removal: Considerations for Responsible Deployment on Land and Ocean
Reaching net zero/negative requires deploying new and scaling current CO2 removal strategies. Governments must establish safeguards for communities & ecosystems. We will hear from experts on current CO2 removal policies & practice, new policies needed and other approaches for responsible deployment.

Speakers: Barry Vessar, The Climate Center; Jill Storey, World Ocean Council; Emmanuel Salmon, ICOS-ERIC; Louise Bedsworth, CLEE; Kurt Winter, Carbon Market Institute
 
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 9
IBON International Foundation Inc. (IBON)
Mr. Ivan Phell Enrile
ienrile@iboninternational.org
+63 2 9615005895
Asia Pacific Forum on Women, Law and Development (APWLD)
Ms. Ranjana Giri
ranjana2@apwld.org
+977 46600 9779860790
Corporate Accountability International
Ms. Rachel Rose Jackson
rrjackson@corporateaccountability.org
+44 0 7445351503
ESCR-Net- International Network for Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ESCR-Net)
Ms. Patricia Wattimena
pwattimena@escr-net.org
+66 902 689020
Towards real, people-led, gender just solutions
To fight the climate chaos, we need Real Solutions anchored on equity, gender justice, and Indigenous Peoples’ rights. How do we advance Real Solutions to tackle the systemic drivers of climate chaos amid the domination in policy spaces of corporate-driven distractions?

Speakers: Speakers will include representatives from climate justice, Indigenous Peoples, feminist, and human rights, and civil society organisations, and advocacy allies from governments and institutions from the global South.
 
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 1
University of Southern Denmark (SDU)
Ms. Patrizia Gragnani
pgra@iti.sdu.dk
+4 50 282560
Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC)
Mr. Senaka Basnayake
senaka_basnayake@adpc.net
+66 2 2980681
Estonia
Ms. Kaja Ainsalu
kaja.ainsalu@kliimaministeerium.ee
+3 72 56635692
Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies (SSSA)
Mr. Manav Khanna
m.khanna@santannapisa.it
+39 39 3288971454
Sri Lanka
Mr. Leel Randeni
leelrandeni@gmail.com
+94 71 4421689
The University of Sheffield (TUOS)
Mr. Colin Nolden
c.nolden@sheffield.ac.uk
+4 7964 188697
Raising the ambition of urban climate action through multilevel governance
The panel focuses the role of cities in national climate policies, and how to rise the ambition of urban climate action. The panel will discuss the latest research development concerning cities and national policies, the private sector, energy, disaster risk reduction, planning, water management.

Speakers: TBC: Nicola Tollin (SDU), Marco Frey (UN Global Compact), Colin Nolden (University of Sheffield), Senaka Basnayake (ADPC), gov.representatives of Sri Lanka, Estonia and Bangladesh.
 
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 2
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation (SNV)
Ms. Rianne Teule
rteule@snv.org
+31 6 28833207
Cleaner Cooking Coalition (CCC)
Mr. Conor Fox
conor.fox@cleanercooking.org
+34 666 305799
Designing for Quality and Equity in Clean Cooking Carbon Projects
Universal access to cleaner cooking is critical to the energy transition. Implementers, governments, developers, and investors discuss challenges and opportunities to enhance quality and credibility of cooking-focused carbon projects, covering technicalities, safeguards, co-benefits, sustainability.

Speakers: SNV delivers quality clean cooking market development work. Clean Cooking Alliance promotes responsible carbon finance. Governments of Malawi (tbc), Mexico (tbc), and CCC apply carbon credits to leave no one behind. Climate Impact Exchange and ACT Commodities ensure quality in carbon trading.
Outline & Speakers [1 Mb]
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 3
The Joint Sustainable Development Goals Fund (Joint SDG Fund)
Ms. Elaine Genser
elaine.genser@un.org
+1 646 4729159
Sovereign Wealth Impact: Powering Finance for the SDGs
Sovereign wealth funds (SWFs) are capable of scaling finance into SDG-aligned projects like infrastructure and SMEs in developing countries, but face challenges. African SWFs with development mandates are working in partnership to close the SDG funding gap through an ongoing UN-backed partnership.

Speakers: JAmina Mohammed and Lisa Kurbiel (videos), UN Drew Johnson, IE University Noha Khalil, Sovereign Fund Egypt Nana Maidugu, NSIA Babacar Gning, FONSIS Demba Diallo, Africa50 Rafael Matos, COFIDES Gilbert Nyatanyi, Sovereign Impact Initiative Board Irene Blazquez, IE University
Session Concept Note [232 kb]
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 5
Harvard University
Mr. Jason Chapman
jason_chapman@harvard.edu
+1 617 5717726
Institute for Governance and Sustainable Development (IGSD)
Ms. Giselle Gonzalez
ggonzalez@igsd.org
+1 202 9572034
New Horizons in Methane-Emissions Abatement
Methane-emissions abatement can, in the near term, significantly reduce the magnitude of climate change and its impacts. We will discuss current research on methane-emissions reduction in various sectors and review best practices in jurisdictions in the Global South and North.

Speakers: Daniel Jacob, Harvard University; Zerin Osho, IGSD India Program; Robert Stavins, Harvard University; others to be invited.
Harvard Brief Methane and Trade [237 kb]
Harvard Brief Africa Rice [345 kb]
IGSD recent major pubs on methane [92 kb]
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 6
Malta
Ms. Michelle Micallef
michelle.a.micallef@gov.mt
+356 0 22043106
Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS)
Ms. CRISTELLE PRATT
Cristelle.Pratt@acp.int
+32 472 197504
FOSTERING CLIMATE ADAPTATION AND RESILIENCE IN SMALL ISLAND STATES AND BEYOND
This event will present the Climate Vulnerability and Resilience Index (CVRI) developed by Malta, the OACPS & the University of Malta. Innovatively, the CVRI juxtaposes inherent vulnerability features and resilience measures. It is universally applicable and provides analyses as well as projections.

Speakers: It is expected that the speakers will hail from a wide range of geographical regions as well as institutional partners and stakeholders, respecting gender balance and crossgenerational representation.
 
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 7
University of Colorado at Boulder (CU-Boulder)
Ms. Martha Gutierrez Fontes
martha.gutierrezfontes@colorado.edu
+1 760 8079773
Pronatura Sur, A. C.
Ms. Silvia Llamas
sllamas@pronatura-sur.org
+52 961 1557593
Winrock International (WI)
Ms. Lucia Madrid
lucia.madrid@winrock.org
+1 571 3312158
New Forest Economies: Subnational Government Strategies, REDD+, & Local Engagement
GCF Task Force Governors, Indigenous leaders, Architecture for REDD+ Transactions (ART), & partners highlight sustainable forest-based economies strategies & cobenefits certification for jurisdictional REDD+ programs

Speakers: Gov.Gambini,Peru; Gov.Cameli & Gov.Barbalho,Brazil; Gov.Ruiz,Colombia; Gov.Uyunkar,Ecuador; Mr.Perez,GCFtf IPLC Global Cmte;Sec.Lara,Mexico; Indonesia; Mr.Glantz, University of CO; Mr.Zelinski,KPTL; C.Magerkurth & L.Madrid,ART; F.Chimatani,ANECAP; G.Sanchez,Mocaf; E.Manchineri,COIAB; B.Isa,REPALEAC
 
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 8
Catalytic Finance Foundation (Catalytic)
Ms. Cecilia Serin
cecilia.serin@catalyticfinance.org
+41 78 6491076
Solar Impulse Foundation
Ms. Sixtine Morin
sixtine.morin@solarimpulse.com
+41 79 9687954
UNEP - Finance Initiative (UNEP FI)
Mr. Remco Fischer
kai.fischer@un.org
+41 76 5063059
Leveraging blended finance: catalyzing sustainable investments for global impact
Blended Finance schemes can catalyze sustainable investments for the transition by merging public and private investments. This session will highlight innovative models and strategic frameworks for leveraging capital and deploying solutions globally, scaling impactful and virtuous business models.

Speakers: A representative from Gaia, a $1.5 billion platform launched by Mitsubishi UFJ Financial. Representative from Catalytic Bertrand Piccard, Founder and President, Solar Impulse Foundation Mercedes Monserrate, CEO, Global Climate Finance Center and/or Alterra Fund representative Eric Usher UNEP FI
 
Tuesday,
12 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 9
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Ms. Julia Wolf
Julia.Wolf@fao.org
+39 6570 52096
Making Climate Finance Work for Climate Action in Agriculture and Food Security
The event will identify ways to facilitate the increase in finance flows to food and agriculture solutions to climate change: global mechanisms that use public and private capital, transformative actions to boost investment, and ensure that appropriate financial resources reach smallholder farmers.

Speakers: FAO Director-General; World Bank, Global Director for the Agriculture and Food Global Practice; Government representative of Colombia; Government representative of Mongolia or Cambodia; Government representative of Senegal or Cote d’Ivoire;
 
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 7
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Mr. Debapriya Roy
DRoy@unfccc.int
Key reports of the Standing Committee on Finance for COP 29
The SCF will present its flagship products developed in 2024, including the Bienneial Assessment, the Needs Determination Report, the USD 100 progress report, the Common Practices Report on Definitions of Climate Finance and the 2024 Forum on Gender-responsive Financing.
 
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 1
United Nations University (UNU)
Mr. Ambe Emmanuel Cheo
cheo@vie.unu.edu
+49 228 8150244
Fundación Avina (AVINA)
Ms. Nathalia Rezende
nathalia.rezende@avexternos.org

International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
Mr. Bhim Adhikari
badhikari@idrc.ca

Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
Mr. Benjamin Schachter
benjamin.schachter@un.org

Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Mr. Alejandro Kilpatrick
AKilpatrick@unfccc.int

United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women)
Mr. Venge Nyirongo
venge.nyirongo@unwomen.org

United Nations University (UNU)
Ms. Qondi Moyo
moyo@unu.edu
Driving Gender-just Energy Transition through Financing and Capacity Building in the Global South
Countries in the Global South are faced with obstacles such as fragile institutions, limited financial resources, lack of technology, gender integration, human rights etc. for achieving a Just Energy transition. Financing and capacity building are means for achieving a gender-just energy transition.

Speakers: UNU-VIE, UN-Women, OHCHR, IDRC, AVINA, UNU-INRA, UNFCCC
Event Decription [198 kb]
Flyer 1 [190 kb]
Flyer 2 [183 kb]
Flyer 3 [284 kb]
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 2
United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Ms. Claudia Contreras
claudia.contreras@un.org
+41 79 3290147
International Trade Centre (ITC)
Ms. Karen Suassuna
ksuassuna@intracen.org

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Mr. Nuri Ozbagdati
nuri.ozbagdatli@undp.org

World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
Mr. Ryszard Frelek
ryszard.frelek@wipo.int

World Trade Organization (WTO)
Mr. Daniel Ramos
daniel.ramos@wto.org
Trade and investment policies to advance climate ambition and sustainable development
The session will explore how trade and investment policies can help advance climate ambition and the implementation of climate plans, while offering sustainable development opportunities in the context of the NDCs.

Speakers: Senior representatives from ITC, ISO, Ministry of Agriculture of Tanzania, Research Council of Norwaw, The Development Bank for Resilient Prosperity, WIPO, WTO and UNCTAD
Side event flyer [142 kb]
Concept Note and Programme [586 kb]
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 3
Igarapé Institute
Ms. Giovanna Kuele
giovannakuele@igarape.org.br
+1 646 7990695
Arapyaú Institute
Ms. Elidi Inoue
elidi.inoue@arapyau.org.br
+55 11 995137098
Scaling up Nature Finance and Enterprise in the Amazon Basin and Beyond
This event will discuss how to scale up inclusive green enterprises in the Amazon and beyond by unlocking responsible investments and mitigating financial, territorial, and reputational risks to reduce uncertainties, insecurity, and informality, and achieve zero deforestation.

Speakers: André Guimarães, Executive Director, IPAM; Giovanna Kuele, Program Manager, Igarapé Institute; Marcelo Furtado, Head of Sustainability, Itaúsa; Maria Fernanda Espinosa, CEO, GWL Voices; Nabil Kadri, Superintendent, BNDES; Paulo Artaxo, Member of the IPCC; Raul Protázio, SEMAS, State of Pará.
 
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 4
The Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (REA)
Ms. Lindsay Barnett
lbarnett@r-e-a.net
+44 7899 802734
African Centre for Climate Actions and Rural Development Initiative (ACCARD Initiative)
Mr. Elohor Freeman Oluowo
info@accard.org
+234 330102 2348055303
Films 4 Sustainable World (F4SW)
Mr. Shrey Goyal
shrey@greenspider.fr
+33 77576 8897
India Youth For Society (IYFS)
Mr. Appala Yendreddi
yendreddi@gmail.com
+91 91 9703489797
Prime Initiative for Green Development (PIGD)
Mr. ThankGod Tito Uzomah
primeinitiative4dev@gmail.com
+44 7706 657407
Artificial Intelligence solutions to enable rapid scale up of Renewable Energy
Exploring AI's potential to tackle renewable energy challenges such as deployment, cost reduction and risk mitigation. It will drive cross-sector collaboration, improve stakeholder awareness and discuss solutions working toward the COP28 mandate of tripling global renewable energy capacity by 2030.

Speakers: Speakers will include KPMG's Global Head of Energy, Anish De, a leading AI expert from a Global technology company and a renewable energy expert from a major Global developer. We will also involve an institution, such as UNDP, to represent the Global South perspective.
 
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 5
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Ms. Maryam Navi
mnavi@unfccc.int
Transformational Adaptation
The event will present the technical paper prepared by the secretariat on “Defining and understanding transformational adaptation at different spatial scales and sectors, and assessing progress in planning and implementing transformational adaptation approaches at the global level” followed by discussions.
TP on Transformational Adaptation [1 Mb]
Agenda [89 kb]
TA Presentation [1 Mb]
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 6
Tebtebba Foundation
Ms. Helen magata
helenmagata@gmail.com
+63 74 4447703
Center for Indigenous Peoples' Research and Development (CIPRED)
Ms. Sharana Sherpa
info@cipred.org.np
+977 1 9849035607
Maleya Foundation (MF)
Mr. Mrinal Kanti Tripura
maleyafoundation@yahoo.com
+880 17 1720013214
Non-Timber Forest Products-Exchange Programme Incorporated (NTFP-EP)
Mr. Dazzle Labapis
dazzle.labapis@ntfp.org
+63 2 9175178146
Supporting Indigenous-Peoples led solutions to climate change and loss and damage
The side event will delve into indigenous peoples' perpsectives and contributions to climate change adaptation and mitigation as well as their actual experiences on loss and damage. Lastly, it will discuss how direct access to climate financing can change landscapes for Indigenous Peoples

Speakers: Tebtebba Foundation, CIPRED, University of Michigan, Elatia partners, Maleya Foundation
 
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 7
Natural Capitalism Solutions, Inc. (NCS)
Mr. Merijn Dols
mdols@natcapsolutions.org
+31 6 21694135
Soil4Climate Incorporated
Mr. Seth Itzkan
seth.itzkan@soil4climate.org
+1 617 4178729
Ensuring Integrity in the Voluntary Carbon Market
How can integrity and quality in the carbon market be ensured? Experts in carbon markets, finance, and land use will explore how to safeguard integrity and quality via whole system carbon credits that support carbon sequestration, renewable energy and multi-stakeholder action for a just transition.

Speakers: Helmy Abouleish - SEKEM Vijay Kumar Hunter Lovins - Natural Capitalism Solutions Daniela Ibarez Pati Ruiz Thoraya Seada - SEKEM
 
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 8
Greenhouse Gas Management Institute (GHGMI)
Ms. Molly White
molly.white@ghginstitute.org
+1 406 3965490
WattTime
Ms. Lekha Sridhar
coalition@climatetrace.org
+1 646 6845261
Satellites, AI, and more! Open access data and tools to help countries and companies meet ETF
The side event, co-hosted by the Greenhouse Gas Management Institute and Climate TRACE, will focus on some of the latest innovations and globally available free data products and solutions that are making it much faster and easier to comprehensively measure greenhouse gas emissions.

Speakers: GHGMI, ClimateTrace, RMI, NASA JPL, UNEP, CTrees
 
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 9
World Biogas Association (WBA)
Ms. Giulia Ceccarelli
gceccarelli@worldbiogasassociation.org
+44 0 7551005377
International Solid Waste Association (ISWA)
Ms. Aditi Ramola
aramola@iswa.org
+91 93535 11912
Unlocking the potential for financing methane mitigation from solid waste for the NDCs and beyond
Methane is responsible for a third of global warming. Yet, funds for abating methane are small relative to those for CO2. Waste is the third largest source of anthropogenic methane and growing rapidly. The panel will explore solutions for unlocking finance for methane abatement from the waste sector

Speakers: Senior international representatives from WBA, ISWA, World Bank, C40 Cities Finance Facility, Global Methane Hub, GCF, Brazil and European Governments
 
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 1
University of Cambridge
Ms. Annabelle Roblin-Sserwanja
annabelle.roblin-sserwanja@cisl.cam.ac.uk
+44 772 165261
Asociación Española para la Economía Energética (aeee)
Ms. Cristina Moral
c.moral@iberdrola.es
+3 4 609435368
Association Française des Entreprises pour l'Environnement (EpE)
Mr. Ken Guiltaux
kguiltaux@epe-asso.org
+33 33 756922943
Fundación Ecología y Desarrollo (ECODES)
Ms. Philippine Ménager
philippine.menager@ecodes.org
+34 611 793940
Future Earth International
Ms. Nilushi Kumarasinghe
nilushi.kumarasinghe@futureearth.org
+1 438 5249670
Grupo Español para el Crecimiento Verde (GECV)
Ms. Carmen Navarro Gómez
carmennavarro@grupocrecimientoverde.org
+34 676 513628
Innovation Ecosystems for Climate Action: Digital Technologies, Industrial Solutions, and Governance
This event examines the role of innovation ecosystems encompassing bridging organisations, universities, startups, and big business in driving climate action. It will explore emerging tech like AI and its risks and opportunities, and broader industrial solutions and policies needed to decarbonise

Speakers: Beverley Cornaby, Uni of Cambridge; Prof. Robert Miller, Uni of Cambridge; Gonzalo Sáenz de Miera, GECV; Carmen Navarro Gómez, GECV; José Luis Elejalde Hernani, Tecnalia; Timothée Macé-Dubois, Schneider Electric; Reina Otsuka, UNDP; Prof. Tong Jiang, Future Earth; Philippine Ménager, ECODE
 
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 2
International Alert
Ms. Harriet Fleur Mackaill-Hill
hmhill@international-alert.org
+32 484 742254
Interchurch Organization for Development Cooperation (ICCO)
Ms. Linda Lap
lap@fairclimatefund.nl
+31 30 2348210
Search for Common Ground
Ms. Cândida Silva
csilva@sfcg.org
+351 0 915156618
Scaling up climate action in fragile states: what are the hurdles and how to overcome them?
This year is all about finance:quantity, quality and beneficiaries that need to include fragile states. 93 states committed in the COP28 Declaration to scale up climate action in fragile states.How to accelerate progress? What are some of the solutions? And which topics are not yet getting attention

Speakers: Cândida Silva, Search for Common Ground; Mohammed Abdulrahman, Cordaid Yemen; Habib Ur Reyman, g7+ Secretariat; Samson Wasilwa, International Alert; Sinead Walsh, Ireland DFA; Stephanie Speck, GCF.
 
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 3
Ecologica Institute (EI)
Mr. Divaldo José Da Costa Rezende
divaldorezende@gmail.com
+55 11 992372045
Association Actions Vitales Pour Le Développement Durable (AVD)
Mr. Jean Paul Brice Affana Affana
jeanpaulaffana@yahoo.fr
+49 0 1745741098
Innovative Pathways for Emission Reduction: Perspectives from NGOs, Government and Private Sector
Explore technological and methodological innovations to enhance emission reduction under Article 6. Discover new market potentials and gain insights from NGOs, government and private companies. Join us on a collaborative journey towards a sustainable future.

Speakers: TOCANTINS: Marli Santos, Superintendente de Gestão Ambiental, Semarh; Sec. Meio Ambiente, Marcello Lelis AMAZONAS: Sec. Meio Ambiente, Eduardo Taveira PIAUÍ: Sec. Meio Ambiente, Daniel Oliveira EII: Daniel Nepstad, Dir. Executivo, Earth Innovation FOXCONN: Ms. Hsiao-Huei Chao, Chief Audit Exec.
 
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 4
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)
Ms. Daniela Sota Valdivia
daniela.sotavaldivia@un.org
+49 178 1563815
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Mr. Joel Turkewitz
jturkewitz@imf.org

World Bank Group
Ms. Alexandra M. Haberson
ahabershon@worldbank.org
Tackling Corruption: A Missing Piece in the Climate Finance Agenda
As countries establish new quantifiable goals for climate finance and the international community enhances financing for development, risks of corruption threaten to undermine results. This session will provide insights into how emerging anticorruption tools can safeguard climate finance outcomes.

Speakers: Mr. Arturo Herrera Gutierrez, Global Director for Governance, World Bank Ms. Brigitte Strobel-Shaw, Chief, Corruption and Economic Crime Branch, UNODC[TBC] Mr. Joel Turkewitz, Deputy Division Chief, Governance and Anticorruption Division, IMF
Concept note and agenda [234 kb]
Flyer [1 Mb]
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 5
Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments (ANHE)
Ms. Cara Cook
cara@envirn.org
+1 585 4692383
Care About Climate, Inc
Ms. Hailey Campbell
hailey@careaboutclimate.org
+1 210 2747771
International Forum on Globalization Inc. (IFG)
Mr. Victor Menotti
cholz@climate.works
+1 415 3518065
U.S. Climate Action Network (USCAN)
Ms. Carrie Clayton
cclayton@usclimatenetwork.org
+1 541 2184587
Fully funded, fair, fast, and feminist phase-out of fossil fuels in the United States
Achieving a just and equitable energy system by quickly phasing out fossil fuels, transitioning to renewable energy, and rapidly implementing a fully funded just and equitable renewable energy system that eliminates the use of fossil fuel-based products.

Speakers: Carrie Clayton, US Climate Action Network Alexander Easdale, Southeast Energy & Climate Network (SCEN) Cara Cook, Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments Care about Climate, Hailey Campbell (USA)
Flyer [1 Mb]
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 6
University of North Carolina (UNC)
Ms. Angel Hsu
angel.hsu@unc.edu
+1 864 3543499
Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit Ltd (ECIU)
Mr. Gareth Redmond-King
Gareth.Redmond-King@eciu.net
+44 7971 9558
The Climate Group (TCG)
Ms. Tereza Kamenicka
tkamenicka@theclimategroup.org
+44 20 79602970
Recognising Net Zero Ambition and Accelerating Progress
A discussion on the global net zero status, reflecting on the UNSG’s Net Zero Progress report, with a focus on subnational governments. How can good practices be accelerated to align with UN guidelines for credible net zero targets? How can regions exceed national targets to propel climate action?

Speakers: Dr. Thomas Hale, Prof., Univ. Oxford Prof. Angel Hsu, UNC Jay Inslee, Governor, Washington - Invited Nehmat Kaur, Head of Under2 and Subnational Governments, Climate Group Dr. Takeshi Kuramochi, NewClimate Institute Catherine McKenna
 
Wednesday,
13 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 7
Appui Solidarité pour le Renforcement de l'Aide au Développement (ASRAD)
Mr. KABINE DOUMBIA
coordinator@ongasrad.org
+223 73 671886
Tree Aid (TA)
Ms. Hlonipa Rabeca Lauriciano
rabeca.lauriciano@treeaid.org
+44 44 7583026287
Évaluation des Risques et Stratégies de Résilience dans le Sahel, avec un Focus sur le Mali
"Stratégies de Réduction des Risques de Catastrophe et Assurance : Évaluation des Risques et Renforcement de la Résilience dans le Sahel, avec un Focus sur le Mali"

Speakers: 1.Les ministre du du Sahel; 2.GNDR 3.UNDRR
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 1
United Nations Development Coordination Office (UNDCO)
Ms. Kanako Mabuchi
kanako.mabuchi@un.org
+994 50 4539516
Delivering Together: Integrated Solutions to Secure Ambitious Climate Action
During this interactive session on scaling-up transformative climate solutions, we will discover how integrated policy analysis and strategic collaboration can drive structural and cultural changes. Participants will contribute by sharing ingredients for impactful, orchestrated climate action.

Speakers: H.E. Mrs. Retno Marsudi, SG's Special Envoy on Water Vladanka Andreeva, UN RC in Azerbaijan Bérangère Boëll, UN RC in UAE Gita Sabharwal, UN RC in Indonesia [video] Ms. Kamala Huseynli Abishova, COP29 Presidency Ms. Natalia Salas, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bolivia Elizabeth Sellwood, UNEP
Final Programme [1 Mb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 2
International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
Mr. SIMON BENMARRAZE
sbenmarraze@irena.org
+49 172 1523311
Ocean Conservancy (OC)
Ms. Shamini Selvaratnam
sselvaratnam@oceanconservancy.org
+1 202 66084999
Tripling Renewable Power Globally by 2030: NDC 3.0 support to realise renewable energy targets
This event seeks to highlight existing support for preparing the third generation of NDCs (NDCs 3.0) with the highest possible ambition in line with the tripling renewables pledge. It also serves as an opportunity for further expanding and aligning NDC 3.0 support towards 2025.

Speakers: Ministers (Kenya, Tonga, Tanzania), Practionners (UNEP, ESMAP), NGO (GRA, GSC, GWEC), Civil society.
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 3
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
Mr. Chiagozie Udeh
udeh@unfpa.org
+41 77 9082719
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
Mr. Benjamin Schachter
benjamin.schachter@un.org

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Ms. Jasmin Blessing
jasmin.blessing@undp.org

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Ms. Verania Chao
verania.chao@undp.org
Advancing Gender Equality and Human Rights: Climate Finance for Gender-Transformative NDC 3.0
A new UNFPA study shows that integration of SRHR and other human rights-based approaches into the NDCs is still limited and doesn't substantially address the needs of women and girls. This session will provide a platform to share country experiences, best practices and opportunities to scale action.

Speakers: Assistant SG, UNDP; Deputy Minister, Indonesia; Regional Director, UNFPA; Director Climate Change, AfDB; Environment Minister Madagascar; Environment Minister Gambia; Special Rapporteur on climate change; Environment Minister Chile; Youth, Jordan; IDRC Canada; Kyrgyz Republic; SRHR&CJ Coalition; GIZ
Event Flyer [288 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 4
United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR)
Mr. Sadiq Zafrullah
sadiq.zafrullah@unitar.org
+41 77 9375392
De-risking Mechanisms for Energy Investment in Displacement Settings
The session focuses on innovative financing for renewable energy in displacement settings. It will showcase models that reduce high upfront costs to enable private-sector investment. The objective is to highlight renewable energy’s impact on emissions, resilience, and financial de-risking mechanisms

Speakers: Senior officials of Governments, Humanitarian, Development, and Financial organizations.
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 5
Ozone Secretariat
Ms. Liazzat Rabbiosi
rabbiosi@un.org
+254 20 7623611
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Mr. Etienne Gonin
etienne.gonin@undp.org
Cooling the heat: Enhancing Energy Efficiency of Refrigeration and Cooling Sector
Limiting HFCs under the Montreal Protocol, one of the most successful environmental treaties, may avoid up to 0.5°C global warming. Improving energy efficiency in cooling could double this benefit. The event will focus on experiences, challenges, and solutions for sustainable cooling.

Speakers: Country representatives, industries and UN agencies will share their experiences, discuss challenges, and explore solutions to enhance energy efficiency in cooling technologies.
Agenda [652 kb]
Brochure [750 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 6
United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT)
Ms. Lea Ranalder
lea.ranalder@un.org
Local action, global goals: UN support towards cities in the NDCs
Urbanization and climate change are interlinked. Cities lead climate action but are also major greenhouse gas emitters. Today, only 27% of NDCs highlight urban priorities. This One UN event will discuss boosting urban content in NDCs for more effective multilevel action on the road to NDC 3.0.
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 7
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Ms. Monica Echegoyen
MEchegoyen@unfccc.int
Strengthening holistic approaches for NDC 3.0 and Paris Agreement implementation
The increased scope and the frequency of the submission of NDC 3.0 & LT-LEDS requires strengthening of holistic, sustainable and country-owned institutional arrangements. In collaboration with the NDC Partnership, this event will share countries efforts and support available to this end

Speakers: Government representatives from Cambodia, Jordan, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines (tbc), NDC Partnership, Development and Implementing organizations
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 8
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Ms. Jasdeep Randhawa
JRandhawa@unfccc.int
+49 160 94468195
Insights from the 2024 ocean dialogue to drive climate ambition and finance
This side event will reflect on the deliberations at the 2024 ocean dialogue in enhancing climate action and paving a way forward. Presenting on the key messages of the summary report, it will hear from experts and showcase progress by Parties in increasing ocean-based climate ambition and finance.
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 9
Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives Philippines, Inc. (GAIA)
Ms. Mariel Vilella
mariel@no-burn.org
+44 7847 79154
Climate Policy Initiative, Inc (CPI)
Ms. Caroline Dreyer
caroline.dreyer@cpiglobal.org
+44 7397 311042
Ecology Center
Ms. Maria Elena Vilella Casaus
mariel.vilella@gmail.com
+44 7847 79154
Pólis Institute for Social Policy Studies, Training and Advisory Services
Mr. Victor Hugo Vieira
victor.argentino@polis.org.br
+55 11 985866737
Climate Finance for Fast Action on Methane Reduction and Just Transition in the Waste Sector
Efforts to increase climate finance and reduce methane emissions in the waste sector must be aligned with environmental justice principles. This event will present the latest research findings on this topic, along with best practices on methane reduction with local communities and city officials

Speakers: Global Methane Hub, Government of Brazil, Climate Policy Initiative (Global), GAIA (Global), International Alliance of WastePickers, Instituto POLIS (Brazil), YPBB (Indonesia), Zero Waste Cities Network (Philippines).
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 1
British Standards Institution (BSI)
Ms. Emily Faint
emily.faint@bsigroup.com
+44 44 4475574866
International Accreditation Forum Inc. (IAF)
Ms. Chikako Makino
Chikako.Makino@jab.or.jp
+81 3 68235736
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
Mr. Boris Inderbitzin
ibo@iec.ch
+41 77 4260509
University of Oxford
Ms. Heather Waller
administrator_crl@ouce.ox.ac.uk
+44 1865 285716
Building trust and scaling action through the international standards system for a just transition
Discover how the international systems of standards and assurance scale best practice, drive transparency and accelerate a just transition for a sustainable world. Join us to understand how business and policymakers can leverage this global governance system to scale trust, collaboration and impact

Speakers: • Director of Standards Policy • ISO Chair of Environmental Management • International policymaker • Business leader
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 2
SilverLining, Inc.
Mr. Nico Esguerra
nesguerra@silverlining.ngo
+1 703 6264399
Green Africa Youth Organisation (GAYO)
Mr. Richard Matey
richard@greenafricayouth.org
+233 241 582873
Intergenerational Briefing Event: Perspectives on SRM Science, Policy, and Equity
As climate impacts escalate, solar radiation modification has gained traction as a research area and consideration as a potential option to reduce climate risk. This intergenerational event convenes UN agencies, civil society, academia and youth to share developments and perspectives on SRM.

Speakers: Nana Ama Browne Klutse, Vice Chair, IPCC Working Group I Zinta Zommers, Vice Chair, IPCC Working Group II and Lead for Climate Science, UN OCHA Joshua Amponsem, Youth Climate Justice Fund Rituraj Phukan, Founder, Indigenous People’s Climate Justice Forum
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 3
C Team
Ms. hongchao li
lihongchao@cteam.org
+86 185 19051815
Shanghai Minhang District Environmental Protection IT Service Center (SMDEPITSC)
Mr. chunlei liu
randy.liu@epmap.org
+86 21 1530189037
Shenzhen Mangrove Wetlands Conservation Foundation (MCF)
Ms. huan cao
mcf@mcf.org.cn
+86 189 38923966
Seeking Solutions to Increase Resilience of Cities Vulnerable to Climate Change
Climate change impacts urban communities the most, especially in terms of the scale and consequences hit by extreme weathers. The session is to discuss how to drive climate resilience across the cities by mobilizing action from multi-stakeholders and seeking solutions guided by measurable metrics.

Speakers: Wang Shi, founder of C Team; Stephen Mills, VP of CRP; Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, Vice Chair of WWF; Priti Parikh, Director of Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, UCL; Shu Zhu, Chief Rep of ICLEI East Asia; Rep of Shenzhen Municipal Planning & Natural Resources Bureau,and Race to Resilience.
11.14 UN Side Event-Seeking Solutions to Increase Resilience of Cities Vulnerable to Climate Change [461 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 4
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Ms. Yali Wang
YWang@unfccc.int
Reporting on Progress: BTR Dialogue with the CGE
As many developing country Parties prepare their first BTRs, this side event will share CGE's findings on capacity gaps, discuss challenges and lessons learned with national experts, introduce CGE’s support and gather feedback to shape CGE's 2025 workplan. Let’s work #Together4Transparency.

Speakers: Welcome remarks: SBI Rapporteur, CGE chair and Director of Transparency Division, UNFCCC secretariat. Panelists: CGE members from Bangladesh, Brazil and Slovakia. Representatives of BTR teams from Azerbaijan, Panama and Tunisia.
Agenda [232 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 5
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Ms. Alexandra Halpern
AHalpern@unfccc.int
FutureScape: Shaping Climate Adaptation Through Foresight
Strategic foresight in support of visioning for future resilience.
Event flyer [288 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 6
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Ms. Sousan Torabiparizi
STorabiparizi@unfccc.int
Climate Technologies: Impact Stories from Country Support through the UNFCCC Technology Mechanism
Exploring the impact of the UNFCCC Technology Mechanism, with a focus on how small-scale catalytic technical assistance interventions in developing countries, supported by the Climate Technology Centre and Network, have evolved to influence policies, technology adoption, and financing for large-scale implementation projects.
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 7
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Ms. Paula Buenida
PBuendiaAguilar@unfccc.int
High-Level Side Event on Climate Finance Needs of Developing Countries
The event will showcase progress made in the implementation of the Needs-Based Finance (NBF) project in facilitating the access and mobilization of climate finance for needs and priorities of developing countries on a regional basis.
Programme [243 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 1
Mercy Corps
Ms. salomé lehtman
slehtman@mercycorps.org
+33 6 21713856
Concern Worldwide
Ms. Sally Tyldesley
sally.tyldesley@concern.net
+44 7949 877024
Overseas Development Institute (ODI)
Ms. Laetitia Pettinotti
l.pettinotti@odi.org
+44 2 2079220300
Plan International (Plan)
Ms. Brigitte Rudram
brigitte.rudram@plan-international.org
+44 7921 503297
Last push for an ambitious and equitable NCQG meeting developing country needs
With very little time left to reach an agreement, this event looks at the steps to achieve an ambitious, equitable and fit-for-purpose NCQG: ensuring public grant-based finance is the bulk of the goal, firmly based on the principles of equity and CBDR-RC, to truly meet developing countries’ needs.

Speakers: This event will provide a space for developed and developing country negotiators to engage with those working on the frontlines of the climate crisis as well as key stakeholders actively working towards an ambitious NCQG to discuss what is needed to make climate finance work for all.
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 2
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)
Mr. Pierre Horna
pierre.horna@un.org
+66 66 960027448
Financing the low-carbon energy transition in Asia and the Pacific
How do we finance the energy transition supporting the phase out of fossil fuel in coal dependent countries? This is the most important step-change needed. This event brings together MICs, MDBs, banks, and stakeholders to share answers on what needs to change to unlock financing.

Speakers: Tentative Panelists (4 will be finalised): Dr. Edo Mahendra, Chair, CMMA, ID (M) Ms. Marla Alvarez, VP, BDO, PH (F) Mr Patrick T. Aquino, D, DOE, PH (M) Ms. Karen Fang, MD, BofA, US (F) Ms. Ha Do, Head, KPMG, VN (F) Mr. Shinichiro Kashima, CRO, NLIP, JP (M) TBD, US EXIM Bank, US (x)
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 3
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)
Ms. Deanna Morris
morrisd@un.org
+66 22 882026
Unlocking NDC 3.0: Building Effective Project Pipelines for the Asia-Pacific Region
The next round of NDCs plays a critical role in moving from country commitments to climate action. NDC 3.0 must act as an investment roadmap, backed by sound climate projects. This session explores best practices for developing robust NDC-aligned project pipelines and securing financing.

Speakers: Ms. Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary, ESCAP Mr. Youraden Seng, Director, National Bank of Cambodia Ms. Katherine Hughes, Senior Climate Change Specialist, ADB (TBC) Mr. Vincent Wierda, Global Energy Lead, UNCDF
Agenda [156 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 4
British Society of Soil Science (BSSS)
Mr. Andrew Morris
andrewmorris@soils.org.uk
+44 7890 660171
Arid Lands Information Network (Eastern Africa) (ALIN)
Mr. Bob Aston
baston@alin.net
+254 100 725342537
Centre de Coopération Internationale en Recherche Agronomique pour le Développement (CIRAD)
Mr. Vincent BLANFORT
vincent.blanfort@cirad.fr
+33 4 67593762
Choices Institute (Escolhas)
Ms. Juliana Luiz
juliana.luiz@escolhas.org
+55 21 981231393
FOUR PAWS International
Ms. Clara Schubert
clara.schubert@vier-pfoten.org
+49 178 2015577
National Council for Climate Change, Sustainable Development and Public Leadership (NCCSD)
Mr. Kirit Shelat
drkiritshelat@gmail.com
+91 990 4404393
Sustainable Population Australia Inc. (SPA)
Ms. Jane O'Sullivan
j.osullivan@uq.edu.au
+61 427 420743
Invest in Soil Health – fostering the future of climate change mitigation and adaptation.
Soil health regenerative practices are difficult to implement at scale. Leveraging finance is a key incentive for just transition. This session explores practices benefiting soil health, data driven agricultural transition and investment opportunities to facilitate climate mitigation and adaptation.

Speakers: Facilitated by the British Society of Soil Science, this international session will engage speakers from the global scientific community, member states and interest groups such as CIRAD, Escolhas, Four Paws and NCCSD, spanning the African, European, South American, Asian and Australian continents.
Invest in Soil Health – fostering the future of climate change mitigation and adaptation. [3 Mb]
Session Overview and Biographies [291 kb]
Natural Farming [638 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 5
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
Mr. Andrew Andrea
andrea@iso.org
+41 79 5052747
Brazilian Business Council for Sustainable Development (CEBDS)
Ms. Maria Luiza Rosa Bezerra
malu.rosa@cebds.org
+55 21 999992553
CDP Worldwide (CDP)
Ms. Clare Everett
clare.everett@cdp.net
+4 7871 135724
University of Exeter
Ms. Alissa Haward
a.b.haward@exeter.ac.uk
+44 7917 447656
World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD)
Mr. Lewis Hill
lewis.hill@wbcsd.org
+44 0 7796095793
Action with impact: Critical enablers for fulfilling national commitments
What are the ABCs of the NDCs? We need to be Ambitious, Break down into sectors and gases and be Credible. To deliver, all stakeholders must work together. How can we leverage public-private co-creation, data and standards to unlock accountable, effective climate action and finance? Don’t miss this strong call to action from 5 leading organizations.

Speakers: Nigel Topping,COP26 UN High-Level Champion; Claire O’Neill, Former Minister of State for Energy and Clean Growth, UK; Nikki Bartlett, Chief Impact Officer, CDP; Marina Grossi, President, CEBDS; Sergio Mujica, ISO  Secretary General; Mike O’Sullivan, University of Exeter;
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 6
Clean Air Fund (CAF)
Ms. Nina Jeffs
njeffs@cleanairfund.org
+44 44 7596910582
Observer Research Foundation (ORF)
Ms. Aparna Roy
aparna.roy@orfonline.org
+91 98108 45627
Action on super pollutants for climate and health
It will focus on impacts of non-CO2 pollutants, especially black carbon & tropospheric ozone, on global warming, climate tipping points and health. Leading governments & IGOs will announce updates on tackling these pollutants – complementing the Summit on Non-CO2 Pollutants or Super Pollutants Day.

Speakers: High-level representatives from UNEP-hosted Climate and Clean Air Coalition, WHO, Arctic Council, national governments (Chile, Norway, Canada, USA) - to be confirmed.
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 7
Chinese Renewable Energy Industry Association (CREIA)
Mr. Yuefeng Ling
lingyuefeng@creia.net
+86 10 1851878468
China New Energy Chamber of Commerce (CNECC)
Ms. DAN WU
wudan@cnecc.org.cn
+86 10 63100807
China South Low Carbon Academy (CSLCA)
Ms. Wenou Gao
gaowenou@hotmail.com
+86 86 1371764413
German Federal Environmental Foundation (DBU)
Mr. Markus Große-Ophoff
m.grosse-ophoff@dbu.de
+49 541 9633901
Promoting High Quality Development of Renewable Energy: Resolutions and Practices
Encourage exchanges among different countries and key stakeholders of forefront resolutions and practices to promote large scale renewable energy development and consumption while ensuring grid stability

Speakers: Prof. Li Junfeng, Standing Director, China Energy Research Society. Francesco La Camera, Director General, IRENA. Sonia Dunlop, CEO, Global Solar Council. Ben Backwell, CEO, Global Wind Energy Council. and high level representatives from global leading RE companies
Side Event background information and Agenda [181 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 8
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Ms. Aikaterini Sereti
aikaterinis@unops.org
+45 4533 7373
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Ms. Abhishek Kaushik
abhishek.kaushik@un.org
+45 0 81935211
From Commitments to Action: Mobilizing climate finance for effective implementation
As the 1.5C window narrows, the adoption of the NCQG offers a critical moment for climate finance. This event unites key stakeholders of the climate finance spectrum to explore partnerships, tools, and clear actions to strengthen adaptation, address loss and damage, and support vulnerable nations.

Speakers: Fireside Chat - UNOPS ED Jorge Moreira da Silva & H.E. Joyce Banda, former President of Malawi. Panel - Hon. Minister Sithembiso Nyoni, Zimbabwe; Andrew McDowell, EIB; Mirey Atallah, UNEP; Anjali Viswamohanan, AIGCC; Dimitrios Zevgolis, EU. Moderator: Simon Mundy, Financial Times
Event Concept Note & Agenda [693 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 9
Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR)
Ms. Levania Santoso
L.Santoso@cifor-icraf.org
+62 251 8622622
Friedrich Schiller University Jena (FSU Jena)
Mr. Martin Herold
herold@gfz-potsdam.de
+49 331 62641190
International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (Bioversity International)
Ms. Chiara Villani
c.villani@cgiar.org
+39 328 5868725
Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU)
Mr. Arild Angelsen
arild.angelsen@nmbu.no
+47 970 38822
Oeko-Institut e.V. Institute for Applied Ecology
Ms. Cristina Urrutia
c.urrutia@oeko.de
+49 30 405085344
Transparent Monitoring: Driving Accountability and Equity by Leveraging Local Data
Transparent monitoring is key for accountability & equity in combating climate change, deforestation & land degradation. This session will share insights from experts & countries on impact of transparent data on policy development, and how local data contribute to increase the ambition of the NDCs.

Speakers: The enhanced transparency framework (Öko-Institut); Transparency & accountability (CIFOR-ICRAF); Transparency in commodity supply chains (NMBU); How local data contribute to increase the ambition of the NDC & transparency (Biodiversity Int.); Gov of Ethiopia, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya & Colombia.
Event Program and Flyer [1 Mb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 1
WMO/UNEP Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
Mr. Andrej Mahecic
amahecic@wmo.int
Plans & prospects for IPCC’s seventh assessment cycle: The Science & How We Deliver It
The event will have three segments: 1) Overview of the seventh cycle - where we are 2) Updates on Special Report on Cities and Climate Change & Methodology Report on Short-lived Climate Forcers 3) Knowledge Gaps from the perspective of the three Working Groups – what we know & what we do not know

Speakers: IPCC Chair Jim Skea Vice-Chair Diana Ürge-Vorsatz WGI Co-Chair Robert Vautard (remote) WGI Co-Chair Xiaoye Zhang (remote) WGII Co-Chair Bart van den Hurk WGIII Co-Chair Kate Calvin TFI Co-Chair Mazhar Hayat
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 2
Foundation Environment - Law Society (FURG)
Mr. Michael Mehling
mehling@celm.de
+1 202 5509077
Fondazione Centro Studi Enel
Ms. Maria Lelli
maria.lelli@enel.com
+39 344 567559
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Mr. Thomas Kiley
tkiley@mit.edu
+1 617 5157851
Industrial policy, trade, and the political economy of decarbonization
International flows of goods, services, capital, and knowledge create spillover effects that can impede or advance climate action. We will discuss these effects; policies to reduce negative spillovers, e.g. CBAMs; and how international cooperation can leverage positive spillovers, e.g. innovation.

Speakers: Confirmed: Daniele Agostini, Enel; Susanne Droege, German Federal Environment Agency; Michael Mehling, MIT; Joyashree Roy, Asian Institute of Technology; Robert Stavins, Harvard University; further speakers to be added.
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 3
Climate Analytics GmbH
Mr. Paul May
paul.may@climateanalytics.org
+49 1525 6124061
Climatepolicy.net e.V.
Mr. Markus Hagemann
info@climate-policy.net
+1 221 99983306
Environmental Defence Canada Inc.
Ms. Julia Levin
jlevin@environmentaldefence.ca
+1 819 3284352
Institute for Human Rights and Business (IHRB)
Ms. Haley St. Dennis
haley.st.dennis@ihrb.org
+1 801 9103085
International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)
Ms. Aia Brnic
abrnic@iisd.org
+41 78 7634546
NDC ambition and transitioning away from fossil fuels in a just, orderly and equitable manner
The COP28 Global Stocktake affirmed the need to transition away from fossil fuels. This event will show through storytelling and expert discussion how to operationalise commitments to transition away from fossil fuel exploration and production in a just and orderly manner via third generation NDCs.

Speakers: Rachel Kyte, UK; Tina Stege, Marshall Islands; Patricia Fuller and Farooq Ullah, IISD; Riad Meddeb, UNDP; Siân Bradley, BOGA; Natalie Unterstell, Talanoa Institute; Arunabha Ghosh, CEEW; Prof Dr Niklas Höhne, NewClimate Institute; and Dr Neil Grant, Climate Analytics.
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 4
London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
Mr. Alina Averchenkova
a.averchenkova@lse.ac.uk
+44 7799 657954
Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU)
Ms. Aleksandra Blagojevic
ab@ipu.org
+41 78 9350833
Real Instituto Elcano (RIE)
Ms. Lara Lázaro Touza
llazaro@rielcano.org
+34 91 7816770
University of Cape Town (UCT)
Ms. Britta Rennkamp
britta.rennkamp@uct.ac.za
+27 76 6503474
Governance. legal and finance innovations in just and equitable transitions
The event explores how laws, finance and governance solutions can support a just transition in mitigation and adaptation. It will gather voices from around the world to discuss how low-carbon, climate resilient development can be designed with contextual nuance to address existing inequalities.

Speakers: Nick Robins, GRI, LSE; Lara Lazaro, Royal Elcano Institute; Alina Averchenkova, GRI, LSE; African Research University Alliance; IPU and parliamentarians; policy makers and negotiators
Side event programme [120 kb]
Impact of climate laws report [3 Mb]
Mapping justice in national climate action report [2 Mb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 5
The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (RWI)
Ms. Windi Arini
windi.arini@rwi.lu.se
+62 0 8128695602
Indonesian Center for Environmental Law Foundation (ICEL)
Ms. Syaharani Abdul Kadir
syaharani@icel.or.id
+62 851 56874204
ASEAN Environmental Rights Declaration: Impact, Challenges, and Strategies for Paris Agreement Goals
This session will explore the potential benefits and challenges of implementing the ASEAN Environmental Rights Declaration. It fosters dialogue on how the declaration could support ASEAN member states in meeting Paris Agreement goals by addressing hurdles and proposing practical strategies.

Speakers: Windi Arini, RWI Indonesia Director (moderator) Romchat Wachirarattanakornkul, OHCHR Southeast Asia H.E. Edmund Bon, Malaysia Rep. to AICHR (recorded) Cindy Julianty, ICCA Consortium SEA Raynaldo Sembiring, ICEL Executive Director
Terms of Reference [834 kb]
Event Flyer [158 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 6
Université de Liège (ULg)
Mr. Francois Gemenne
F.Gemenne@uliege.be
+33 6 50516999
Adelphi Research (AR)
Mr. Dennis Taenzler
taenzler@adelphi-research.de
+49 30 890006820
University of Twente (UT)
Ms. Diana Reckien
d.reckien@utwente.nl
+31 53 4874525
University of Vienna
Mr. Harald Sterly
harald.sterly@univie.ac.at
+49 1 427748731
Defining habitability under climate change
Habitability is often defined according to thresholds. Yet perceptions by local affected populations are hardly taken into account. This side-event will present innovative research from Africa and Asia that suggests a new approach to habitability, with key implications for adaptation.

Speakers: Prof. Francois Gemenne Mrs Tatiana Castillo Bettancourt Mr Florian Devève Dr Caroline Zickgraf
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 7
Verra
Ms. Christina Irven
cirven@verra.org
+1 202 9260013
Singapore
Mr. Sin Liang Cheah
cheah_sin_liang@pmo.gov.sg
+65 0 96235149
Article 6 Crediting Protocol for countries’ use of independent crediting programmes
Singapore, Verra and Gold Standard are launching the Article 6 Crediting Protocol to guide and harmonize how governments can build on independent crediting programmes to implement cooperative approaches under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement and drive greater private sector investment.

Speakers: Benedict Chia, Singapore Andrew Howard, Verra Hugh Salway, Gold Standard Capacity building representative: Article 6 Implementation Partnership / World Bank Country representatives: Chile/Ghana
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 8
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)
Ms. Seleha Lockwood
seleha.lockwood@aiib.org
+86 131 21078522
M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF)
Ms. Aafreen Siddiqui
secretariat@ourcommonair.org
+91 0 8080551781
Breathing Life into Infrastructure Finance: Integrating Health, Air Quality, Climate and Nature
MDBs, countries, civil society are convened by AIIB and Our Common Air-a high powered commission to boost global finance for sustainable infrastructure linking health, air quality, climate and nature. Participants will show progress and launch collective initiatives on the climate-health-nature nexus

Speakers: Panel: President Jin Liqun - Asian infrastructure Investment Bank, Rt Hon Helen Clark, Dr Soumya Swaminathan - Our Common Air, Dr Maria Neira - WHO, High level representative MDB, Two Developing Country Ministers
Flyer - Description of event + speakers [289 kb]
Banner with speakers [432 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 9
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Ms. Racine Manning
racine.manning@undp.org
+1 212 9065012
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Mr. Vintura Silva
VSilva@unfccc.int

UNEP - Finance Initiative (UNEP FI)
Ms. Miriam Hinostrozasuarez
miriam.hinostrozasuarez@un.org
NDCs 3.0 & Beyond:Reflecting National Needs & Priorities in Ambitious & Implementable Climate Action
This side event will provide a real-time gauge of where the world stands on NDC progress and expectations for 2025 - through data and experiences from around the world. It will include stories and lessons learned on advancing climate ambition amidst an increasingly complex and polarized world.

Speakers: Speakers will include high-level UN representatives, as well as government officials and national experts from developed and developing countries, LDCs and SIDS.
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 1
University of Reading
Ms. Rosalind Cornforth
r.j.cornforth@reading.ac.uk
+44 7956 115652
Integrated Research and Action for Development (IRADe)
Mr. Rohit Magotra
r.magotra@irade.org
+91 11 26676180
Shared Risks, Shared Solutions: Addressing Transboundary Climate Risks Via Shared Adaptation Actions
Transboundary climate risks are neglected, especially in conflict-affected areas.COP28 urged more adaptation cooperation & investment. Leaders,scientists & civil society, supported by HRH Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan and key institutions, will emphasize the value of regional adaptation cooperation

Speakers: HRH Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan Country representatives from regional states including Iraq,Jordan Elizabeth Selwood, Environmental Security, UNEP Prof Iain Stewart, UK El Hassan bin Talal Research Chair,Royal Scientific Society,Jordan Prof Rosalind Cornforth, Walker Institute, UK
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 2
ParisTech (ParisTech)
Ms. Nadia Maizi
nadia.maizi@minesparis.psl.eu
+33 0 674539235
Centre International de Recherche sur l'Environnement et le Développement (CIRED)
Mr. Christophe Cassen
cassen@centre-cired.fr
+33 6 86539152
Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Mines de Paris (Mines ParisTech)
Ms. Sandrine Selosse
sandrine.selosse@minesparis.psl.eu
+33 0 614147437
Resources to achieve a just transition: levers and limits
With the repeated importance of enhance ambition, it is vital to clarify the needed resources to achieve a just transition. Long-term energy pathways are examined in the light of development and financing issues (particularly North/South) in line with the expected decarbonization of key sectors

Speakers: Nadia Maïzi, Mines Paris - PSL from IPCC ; Franck Lecocq, CIRED from IPCC ; Edi Assoumou, Marie Codet, Sandrine Selosse, Mines Paris – PSL ; Yannick Glemarec, CIRED (tbc) ; Madeleine Diouf Sarr, Chair of the LDCs negotiating group (tbc) ; Mohamadou Fadel Diop, OXFAM (tbc)
Program [125 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 3
World Meteorological Organization (WMO)
Mr. Amir Hooshang Delju
adelju@wmo.int
+41 22 7308360
Scaling-up climate finance for ambitious action on early warning systems for adaptation
global temperatures rise, the frequency and intensity of hazardous weather events disproportionately. The UN SG’s Early Warnings for All (EW4All) initiative aims to enhance adaptation, foster resilience, and reduce loss and damage through timely, actionable and effective multi-hazard warning system.

Speakers: Panel 1: Representatives of Parties Panel 2: Value Chain Partners Perspectives Panel 3: UN System
Programme [111 kb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 4
International Youth Nuclear Congress (IYNC)
Ms. Kristine Madden
president@iync.org
+43 699 16522516
WiN Global (WiN Global)
Ms. LARISSA NOUDEM
noudem.larissa@gmail.com
+33 6 25665073
Women in Renewable Energy (WiRE)
Ms. Joanna Osawe
josawe@womeninrenewableenergy.ca
+1 647 2057146
Advancing Sustainable Technologies Globally
This side event, in collaboration with international youth organizations, promotes intergenerational dialogue and explores zero- and low-emission technologies featured in the UNFCCC's First Global Stocktake at COP28, including renewables, nuclear energy, & carbon capture and storage.

Speakers: Jean-François Gagné, Head, Clean Energy Ministerial Secretariat Jennifer Granholm, USA Secretary of Energy Saikat Das, YOUNGO Kristine Madden, President, International Youth Nuclear Congress Sajith Wijesuriya, Chair, IEEE Young Professionals Climate & Sustainability Committee
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 6
LINGO e.V.
Mr. Francesco Loyola
francesco.loyola@leave-it-in-the-ground.org
+39 39 3483834283
Institute of Energy and Environment (IEMA)
Mr. Ricardo Baitelo
baitelo@energiaeambiente.org.br
+55 11 974460639
Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI)
Mr. Antonio Hill
ahill@resourcegovernance.org
+57 316 4250672
PAIRVI Associates (PAIRVI)
Mr. Ajay Kumar Jha
pairvidelhi@rediffmail.com
+91 97177 71255
Leveraging NDCs to transition away from fossil fuels and protect biodiversity
Beyond driving climate catastrophe, fossil fuel extraction exposes producing countries to transition risks and threatens over 800 protected areas worldwide. This event explores how Parties can use NDCs to support the transition away from fossil fuels, with multiple benefits for people and planet.

Speakers: Kjell Kühne (LINGO e.V.), Soumya Dutta (PAIRVI Associates), Ricardo Baitelo (IEMA), Elissama Menezes (Say no to LNG), Fernanda Ballesteros (NRGI), with participation from the Parliamentarians for a Fossil Free Future. Moderated by Antonio Hill (NRGI)
LINGO's presentation slides [2 Mb]
Say no to LNG's slides [1 Mb]
IEMA + NRGI's presentation slides [3 Mb]
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 7
Global Environment Facility (GEF)
Mr. Filippo Berardi
fberardi@thegef.org
Rowing in the Same Direction: How Can Country Platforms Drive Policy Coherence for Climate & Nature?
Achieving the goals of the Rio Conventions requires a steep increase in climate and nature finance from all sources, along with enhanced policy coherence. The event will provide insights into initiatives that promote policy coherence, particularly through country platforms, to help close the gap.

Speakers: Ananthakrishnan Prasad (IMF), Avinash Persaud (IDB), Barbara Buchner (CPI), Carlos Manuel Rodríguez (GEF), Crispian Olver (South Africa), Maria Netto (ICS), Max Andonirina Fontaine (Madagascar), Rachel Kyte (UK), Rémy Rioux (AFD), Stacy Swann (REC)
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 8
United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)
Ms. Smeeta Fokeer
S.Fokeer@unido.org
+43 699 14593412
African Development Bank Group (AfDB)
Ms. Freda Akyeabea Opoku
f.opoku@afdb.org

Economic Commission for Europe (ECE)
Mr. Branko Milicevic
Branko.milicevic@un.org

German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS)
Mr. Rita Strohmaier, Dr.
rita.strohmaier@idos-research.de

International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
Mr. Emanuele Bianco
EBianco@irena.org

South Africa
Ms. Rebecca Maserumule, Dr.
rebecca.maserumule@dst.gov.za

United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Mr. Clovis Freire Junior
clovis.freire@unctad.org

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Mr. Gabriela Prata Dias
gabriela.pratadias@un.org
Realising the Just Energy Transition through ambitious and sustainable hydrogen projects
The side-event explores guidelines to establish the sustainability of large-scale clean hydrogen projects in line with just energy transition aspects, helping governments transparently prioritize project proposals that satisfy national SDG goals.

Speakers: UNIDO, UNCTAD, UNEP, ENECE, IRENA, AfDB, IDOS, Government of South Africa
 
Thursday,
14 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 9
Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML)
Ms. Thecla Keizer
tke@pml.ac.uk
+44 7818 402632
Blue Marine Foundation
Ms. Madeleine Millington-Drake
maddie@bluemarinefoundation.com
+44 7527 545343
Fondation BNP Paribas (Fondation BNP Paribas)
Ms. Delphine Gluzman
delphine.gluzman@bnpparibas.com
+33 0 666192269
Global Ocean Trust (GOT)
Mr. Torsten Thiele
torsten@globaloceantrust.com
+44 7455 618018
University of Plymouth
Ms. Deborah Grant
deborah.greaves@plymouth.ac.uk
+44 7714 902241
OCEAN-CLIMATE-SOCIETY: Multisector approach for mitigation, adaptation, finance & capacity building
Ocean ecosystems & coastal communities are being impacted by climate change, but the ocean also offers adaptation & mitigation actions. We will show examples of adaptation, governance and finance framework opportunities, incl. the global south, collaboration and ocean integration in the UNFCCC

Speakers: Moderator: Chair UK National Decade Committee, Plymouth Marine Laboratory; proposed panel: Co-facilitator Ocean Dialogue, Brazil, SIDS, Blue Marine Foundation, Climate Champions Maritime Lead, Global Ocean Trust, BNP Paribas, Decarbonisation & ORE Centre, Plymouth University, GOA-ON
Why the ocean matters in Climate Change [2 Mb]
Options for strengthening action on the ocean and coasts under the UNFCCC, 2023 [944 kb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 1
Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES)
Ms. Jennifer Huang
huangj@c2es.org
+1 703 5160638
Center for Management and Strategic Studies (CGEE)
Mr. Marcelo Poppe
mpoppe@cgee.org.br
+55 61 999740111
Institut du Développement Durable et des Relations Internationales (IDDRI)
Ms. Alexandra Deprez
alexandra.deprez@iddri.org
+33 1 45497678
2025 NDCs and Enhanced International Cooperation: Reflecting on GST1 Signals and Mission 1.5
A year from the first GST and 3 months from new NDCs, what are prospects for ambitious NDCs and enhanced international cooperation, including enhanced international technology transfer? How can Mission 1.5 catalyse enhanced international cooperation under the Troika's leadership in 2025 and beyond?

Speakers: Kaveh Guilanpour (C2ES); Marta Torres Gunfaus (IDDRI); Caetano Penna (CGEE); Pedro Ivo (Brazil MOFA); TBD (IEA); Mohamed Adow (Powershift Africa); Xolisa Ngwadla (independent adviser); Azeri representative (TBC)
Delivering on the Targets and Signals of the First Global Stocktake [161 kb]
Enhancing Action & International Cooperation for the Tripling of Renewable Energy Capacity by 2030 [541 kb]
Enhancing Action & International Cooperation for the Doubling of Energy Efficiency by 2030 [556 kb]
Enhancing Action & International Cooperation for the Transition Away from Fossil Fuels [668 kb]
Enhancing Action & International Cooperation for Early Warning Systems [516 kb]
Enhancing Action & International Cooperation for Sustainable Agriculture and Resilient Food Systems [534 kb]
Enhancing Action & International Cooperation for Halting & Reversing Deforestation and Forest Degradation [554 kb]
Mission 1.5: Enhancing international cooperation, making the Paris Agreement's goals possible [552 kb]
From Taking Stock to Taking Action: How to implement the COP28 energy goals [3 Mb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 2
United States Council for International Business (USCIB)
Ms. Agnes Vinblad
avinblad@uscib.org
+1 917 8603308
IPIECA Limited (IPIECA)
Ms. Lorena Perez
lorena.perez@ipieca.org
+44 20 76332388
Private Sector Leadership on NDCs 3.0: Mobilizing Finance & Business Innovation for Implementation
This event will highlight the key role of global business and industry in supporting robust next-round NDCs to catalyze investment, mobilize finance, & business innovation. It will explore best practices, gaps and opportunities, with a focus on COP29 & COP30 as critical markers to get back on track.

Speakers: IEA Representative (tbd), Kevin Adams, U.S. Lead Negotiator on Climate Finance (tbd), Business rep Global South (tbd), Prof. Robert N. Stavins, A.J. Meyer Professor of Energy & Economic Development, Harvard Kennedy School of Government (tbd), Business rep global north (tbd)
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 3
Fauna & Flora International (Fauna & Flora)
Ms. Florence Lappin
florence.lappin@fauna-flora.org
+44 44 7939216590
BRAC (N/A)
Ms. Isabel Whisson
isabel.whisson@brac.net
+44 7950 259387
Huairou Commission Women Homes and Community
Ms. Suranjana Gupta
suranjana.gupta@huairou.org
+91 91 9886777860
Partnership for Governance Reform (The Partnership)
Ms. Eka Melisa
eka.melisa@kemitraan.or.id
+62 21 6281876474
Locally led adaptation: how to hold ourselves accountable for delivery? Voices from the Global South
Community leaders will share insights on how to deliver locally-led adaptation (LLA) that benefits people, climate and nature, backed by tangible results & metrics, and discuss questions of accountability & roles, incl donors’, in delivering the LLA Principles & effective climate adaptation finance.

Speakers: 2 Indigenous People’s representatives from different regions 2 local community leaders from different regions Representatives from partners Moderator TBC: from Fauna & Flora, IIED, BRAC, Huairou Commission, Partnership for Governance Reform, ICCCAD, CADPI, Fundación Avina, FFLA
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 4
Department of Peace Operations (DPO)
Mr. Jared Rigg
rigg@un.org
+1 914 2002831
Serving in the storm: strengthening national security institutions to address the climate crisis
National security sectors are responding – in often heroic ways – as first responders on the ‘climate front line’. But they need urgent strengthening to best ‘serve in the storm’, i.e. continue to provide effective and accountable security for the State and its people during the climate crisis

Speakers: Ambassador Nathalie Chuard, Director, DCAF; Mrs. Nisreen Elsaim, Former Chair, UNSG’s Youth Adv. Group; Major General A.N.M Muniruzzaman (Retd), Chair, Global Military Adv. Council on Climate Change; Mr. Hussein Sheikh-Ali, Nat. Sec. Adv., Somalia; Mr. Alexandre Zouev, ASG, OROLSI, UNDPO
COP29_UN Event_SSR&Climate Change_Concept Note [707 kb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 5
The Lutheran World Federation (LWF)
Ms. Elena Cedillo
elena.cedillo@lutheranworld.org
+41 0 789457646
All Africa Conference of Churches (AACC)
Mr. Tinashe Gumbo
tinashe@aacc-ceta.org
+263 77 3218860
Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University (BKWSU)
Ms. Sonja Ohlsson
sonja.ohlsson@dk.brahmakumaris.org
+45 30 230738
Dominicans for Justice and Peace
Ms. Laurence Blattmer
laurence.blattmer@un.op.org
+33 0 781480155
Franciscans International (FI)
Mr. Budi Tjahjono
b.tjahjono@franciscansinternational.org
+41 22 7794010
World Council of Churches (WCC)
Mr. Henrik Grape
hgr@wcc-coe.org
+46 73 9905505
Non-Economic Climate Impacts: Faith-Based Insights for a Loss and Damage Fund
This event will examine the Loss and Damage Fund's role in supporting vulnerable communities with a human rights approach, highlighting the need to address both quantifiable and non-quantifiable impacts crucial for community well-being and resilience.

Speakers: Rev. James Bhagwan-General Secretary Pacific Conference of Churches Jocabed Solano-Memoria Indigena Ramon Pichs-IPCC chair Mr. Alpha Kaloga-Santiago Network-tbc Nestor Garzon–Head of delegation Colombia Representative from governments of Madagascar-tbc
Brahma Kumaris COP29 Statement [152 kb]
Brahma Kumaris ECO Info [3 Mb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 6
European University Institute (EUI)
Mr. Albert Ferrari
albert.ferrari@eui.eu
+39 331 3285919
Seoul International Law Academy (SILA)
Ms. Jiyoung Jung
garam@csdlap.org
+82 82 1085432654
Tsinghua University, Global Climate Change Institute (GCCI)
Ms. Alun Gu
gal@tsinghua.edu.cn
+86 10 1891002356
Enhancing NDCs 3.0: the role of carbon markets in emission reductions and removals
Updating NDCs requires reducing & removing emissions; and carbon markets have the potential to drive mitigation action through domestic policies & international cooperation. This panel discusses the different pathways taken for carbon pricing & prospects to enhance parties’ NDCs via carbon markets.

Speakers: Li Gao, PRC’s National People's Congress / Scene-setting: Stefano De Clara, ICAP; Simone Borghesi, EUI (chair); Xiliang Zhang, Tsinghua Uni / Panel: Suh-Yong Chung, SILA; Teng Fei, Tsinghua Uni; Xiaolu Zhao, EDF; Leticia Guimarães, UNDP/ Conclusions: Jan Dusik, European Commission
Programme outline & link webpage [274 kb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 7
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
Mr. Johannes van de Ven
vandevej@ebrd.com
+44 12 79453053
Kazakhstan
Ms. Saule Sabiyeva
climatekaz48@gmail.com
+7 702 5279898
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
Mr. Walid Oueslati
walid.oueslati@oecd.org
+33 1 45241983
Mobilising for climate action: Countries, MDBs and private sector implementing the Paris Agreement
Mobilising climate finance is key to deliver the Paris Agreement. Countries, MDBs and private sector will discuss their roles and experiences in this cooperation. The event focuses on the role of finance in the transition of energy, industrial and financial sectors, including via country platforms.

Speakers: Ministerial and senior management level representatives of developing countries, MDBs and private sector actors.
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 8
Nigeria
Ms. Saadatu Gambo Madaki
saadatgam90@gmail.com
+234 234 8060502080
The Carbon Trust
Ms. Ainslie Macleod
ainslie.macleod@carbontrust.com
+44 20 71707000
Value Chain Localization and Climate Finance: Bridging Gap to Drive Momentum in Emerging Economies
This high-level panel session will explore ecosystems needed to foster value-added,climate-resilient,and just-transition in emerging market. The session will unlock the potential of localized value chains to build sustainable, equitable & resilient economies and highlight the role of climate finance

Speakers: Nigeria Government, the Government of Chile or Colombia, the Carbon Trust, and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) representatives. Moderator: The Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action, Nigeria
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 9
Nurses Across the Borders (NAB)
Mr. PETERS OMORAGBON
PETERSOMORAGBON@GMAIL.COM
+234 805 2658024
African Belt and Road Development Initiative (ABRDI)
Mr. Gbenga Oladejo
tunbum4real@yahoo.co.uk
+234 904 343434391
Mainstreaming Climate Change Disaster Risk into Healthcare Delivery
The side event will attempt to address the disparity between disaster risk management between developed and developing countries in terms of capacity. The goal is to strengthen the limited capacity of the health sector for disaster prevention, preparedness, response & recovery.

Speakers: Ministers of Health, Environment,Directors of line ministries, Nursing Council, University of Abuja Dept of Health Sciences, FUPRE, DESOPADEC, NIMASA, Civil Society, Women, youths, student
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 1
Universal Postal Union (UPU)
Ms. Yaxuan Chen
yaxuan.chen@upu.int
+41 31 3503626
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
Ms. Jane Hupe
jhupe@icao.int

International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Ms. Heike Deggim
HDeggim@imo.org

United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Ms. Celine Bacrot
Celine.Bacrot@unctad.org

World Bank Group
Mr. Charles Kunaka
ckunaka@worldbank.org
Leveraging Postal Networks to Influence Global Freight Emissions
This event will explore strategies to leverage global postal networks to reduce GHG emissions from freight transport through technology innovation, transport mode optimization, policy frameworks, and coordinated investment.

Speakers: Isi Mustafayev, Azerpost; Junshu Ren, Cainiao; Juliana Picoli Agatte, Correios; Kasia Kłaczyńska Lewis, EY; Jane Hupe, ICAO; Roel Hoenders, IMO; Daisy Shen, KPMG; Jarod Ho, Pos Malaysia; Siva Somasundram, UPU; Yaxuan Chen, UPU; Elisabeth Türk, UNECE; Celine Bacrot, UNCTAD
Agenda [489 kb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 2
Home of Sibuyan Island Peoples (BSI)
Mr. Rodne Galicha
pangkalahatan@gmail.com
+63 927 1515908
Bangladesh Centre for Advanced Studies (BCAS)
Mr. Golam Rabbani
golam.rabbani72@gmail.com
+880 2 1713248362
Digo Bikas Institute (DBI)
Mr. Abhishek Shrestha
abhishek.shrestha@digobikas.org
+977 1 4610656
Global Agreements to Local Actions: Financing Adaptation & Loss & Damage in Developing Asia-Pacific
How do we translate global decisions on adaptation and loss and damage (L&D) into country-level policies and actions? This side event will highlight why we should genuinely finance transformative adaptation, and explore innovative practices and frameworks for making L&D more relevant to the national level, using cases of communities and stakeholders in the developing countries of Asia-Pacific.

Speakers: Mr. Jefferson Chua, Greenpeace Philippines Atty. Joy Reyes, Manila Observatory Ms. Grace Balawag, Local Communities and Indigenous Peoples’ Platform Atty. Nicole Torres, Parabukas Rep. Anna Veloso-Tuazon, House of Representatives Mr. John Leo Algo, Aksyon Klima Pilipinas
Final Program [62 kb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 3
Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA)
Mr. Samuel Martell
CSM-core@un.org
+1 917 8284640
Department of Peace Operations (DPO)
Ms. Marion Arnaud
arnaud@un.org

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Ms. Eri Yamasumi
eri.yamasumi@undp.org

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Mr. Matti Lethonen
lehtonen@un.org
Peace and Security in a Changing Climate: From Analysis to Action
The side event will showcase practical experiences in analysing how climate, peace and security interact in UN mission and non-mission contexts and what efforts can help ensure that climate action is sensitive to peace and security considerations.

Speakers: BC with possible representation for AUC, PIF, Azerbaijan, UAE, Germany, Somalia, South Sudan, Afghanistan, Haiti, Philippines, Mozambique, Guyana, and UN.
CSM-GoF COP29 side event flyer [1 Mb]
CSM-GoF event details and run of show [127 kb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 4
United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA)
Ms. Bahareh seyedi
bahareh.seyedi@un.org
+1 1 6467369939
United Nations University (UNU)
Ms. Suneetha Subramanian
subramanians@unu.edu
Synergy Solutions: Overcoming Silos and Policy Incoherence to Close the Climate & SDGs Ambition Gap
This event showcases recommendations and practical steps for synergistic solutions to move away from fragmentation and policy incoherence at all levels towards closing the climate and SDGs ambition gap while ensuring just and equitable transitions, nature protection, and socio-ecological resilience.

Speakers: Multi-stakeholder representatives, including UN entities (UNU, UNDESA, UNFCCC, UNEP, UNCBD, WHO etc.), members of the Expert Group on Climate and SDG Synergies, youth and civil society representatives.
Concept Note & Agenda [124 kb]
2024 Synergies Report Key Messages Slides [2 Mb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 5
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Ms. Alexandra Halpern
AHalpern@unfccc.int
Creating Scalable Adaptation: A Cross-Boundary Conversation
To reach mandated landing zones, the GGA decision requires swift action at all levels, from local to global.
Event flyer [323 kb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 6
Plateforme Océan et Climat (POC)
Ms. Marine Lecerf
mlecerf@ocean-climate.org
+250 75014 3368188036
Innovations Bleues
Mr. Julian Stone
secretariat@ocean-climate.org
+33 33 677575135
Navigating Ocean Finance: Investing in a Sustainable Blue Future
Ocean Action is Climate Action. The New Collective Quantified Goal is not just a financial commitment, but a symbol of dedication to combating climate change. Including the ocean in the finance package could unlock the full potential of the ocean to reduce up to 35% of GHG emissions by 2050.

Speakers: Michai Robertson (AOSIS), Torsten Thiele (Global Ocean Trust), Beatriz Granziera (TNC), IUCN Representative, Chip Cunliffe (ORRAA), Suzanne Johnson (UN Global Compact), Sabrin Rahman (HSBC), H.E. Ilana Seid (Palau) Moderated by Marine Lecerf (OCP)
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 7
Emory University
Ms. Eri Saikawa
eri.saikawa@emory.edu
+1 404 7270487
Life and Environment (L&E)
Mr. Itay Warman
info@future-holders.org
+972 50 8556306
University of Melbourne
Mx. Kathryn Coleman
kathryn.coleman@unimelb.edu.au
+61 403 812807
World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS)
Ms. Germaine UMURAZA
Germaine.Umuraza@wagggs.org
+250 78 8691510
Youth Voices for Climate Action
We will highlight youth working in different ways to mitigate and adapt to climate change. Our panel will include youth working on climate research, art, storytelling, and other means to push for change. The panelists will be diverse, including voices from different sectors and parts of the world.

Speakers: students and youth activists from different countries
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
Meeting Room 2
Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI)
Mr. YOONSUK CHOI
yoon.choi@gggi.org
+82 10 95301149
The Gold Standard Foundation (GSF)
Mr. Hugh Salway
hugh.salway@goldstandard.org
+44 7972 595777
Innovation in the implementation of Article 6: Carbon Transaction Facility & Policy-Level Crediting
Bringing together key players of the international carbon market under Article 6, this event will showcase pioneering example of how to scale up the market and increase climate action. It includes policy-level crediting, buyer-seller cooperation, and GGGI's Carbon Transaction Facility.

Speakers: Amy Merill(ICVCM), Faustin Munyazikwiye(Rwanda), Fenella Aouane(GGGI), Hania Dawood(World Bank), Hugh Salway(Gold Standard), Ian Iercet(Vanuatu), John-Erik Prydz(Norway), Mbaye Diagne(Senegal), Sandra Lindström(Sweden)
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 2
True Animal Protein Price Coalition (TAPP Coalition)
Mr. Willem Branten
willembranten@tappcoalitie.nl
+31 6 43240854
Citizens' Climate Education Corp. (CCE)
Mr. Joseph Robertson
jr@citizensclimate.org
+1 917 9604137
Jeremy Coller Foundation (FAIRR)
Ms. Helena Wright
helena.wright@fairr.org
+44 7926 189817
Agri-Food Finance & Enabling Policies to Drive Climate Action
At COP28, 162 countries committed to reorient agricultural support towards more sustainable practices. This event brings together policymakers, stakeholders, NGOs and government officials to explore how we can systematically change money flows within the agri-food sector.

Speakers: Among others: Patricia Fuller, IISD President - Zitouni Ould-Dada, Senior Policy Advisor - Willem Branten, Public Affairs - Trinto Mugangu, Africa Climate Action Initiative - Mike Terungwa, CCI - Danielle Nierenberg - President Food Tank (Moderator)
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 3
World Food Programme (WFP)
Ms. Amelia Stewart
amelia.stewart@wfp.org
+44 77 48661643
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Ms. Sylvie Wabbes
sylvie.wabbescandotti@fao.org

Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)
Ms. Zinta Zommers
zommers@un.org

United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
Ms. Samantha Klein
scoccoklein@unicef.org

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
Ms. Sandra Amlang
amlang@un.org
Accelerating climate action and finance to frontline communities affected by fragility or conflict
Amidst an increasingly constrained fiscal space for humanitarian aid and disaster response, this session will showcase ways to minimize and address climate impacts and how climate financing can be effectively leveraged even in challenging, fragile and conflict-affected situations.

Speakers: • Community-Based Organisation Representative • Government Representative from FCS • 2x UN Representatives working in FCS • UN Climate Finance expert • Loss & Damage Fund Board or Santiago Network AB • Climate finance negotiator • Representative from a multi-lateral development bank
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 4
Asociación La Ruta del Clima
Ms. Jennifer Rojas
jennifer.rojas@larutadelclima.org
+506 506 88141088
Asociación Ambiente y Sociedad (AAS)
Ms. Andrea Prieto
andreaprieto@ambienteysociedad.org.co
+57 1 3124160186
FIAN FoodFirst Information and Action Network, Germany e.V. (FIAN Germany)
Ms. Sabine Pabst
pabst@fian.org
+49 6221 6530030
ONG CEUS Chile
Ms. Mariana Cruz
contacto@ceuschile.cl
+56 9 67573367
Addressing loss and damage, reparations and climate debt: Human rights obligation, not a charity!
Loss and Damage Fund must be accountable to the people. This event aims to dissect the reality of loss and damage grounded in human rights obligations focusing on reparations to address historical responsibilities of the global polluters in a pathway towards just and equitable transition

Speakers: Patricia Wattimena (ESCR-Net) Adrian Martinez (La Ruta del Clima) Lien Vandamme (Center for International Environmental Law) Sabine Pabst (FIAN International) Mariana Cruz, CEUS Chile, Mariana Pinzon (CENSAT).
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 5
Vanuatu
Ms. Leana William
multilateralagreementofficer@gmail.com
+678 678 7305485
Manila Observatory (MO)
Mr. Jayvy Gamboa
jgamboa@observatory.ph
+0 63 9171643911
National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of the United States (Baha'i International Community)
Mr. Daniel Perell
dperell@bic.org
+1 860 6704093
International Loss and Damage Architecture a Year Out: Learning from the Experiences on the Ground
COP29 marks the first anniversary since creation of the FLD and the operationalization of the SNLD. This is a good point to look at progress and learn from the experiences to date. Vanuatu and partners will offer reflections to inform the work of the global architecture on L&D moving forward.

Speakers: The speakers will include representatives from Vanuatu, from the SNLD advisory board and/or the FLD board, as well as key civil society and IGO stakeholders.
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 6
An Organization for Socio-Economic Development (AOSED)
Mr. Shamim Arfeen
shamimaosed@yahoo.com
+88 17 11840913
Egyptian Sustainable Development Forum (ESDF)
Mr. Haitham El Yamany
ghada_ahmadein@yahoo.com
+2 1 105891255
Engineering Association for Development and Environment (EADE)
Mr. Mohammed Abdulmawjood
GHADA_AHMADEIN@YAHOO.COM
+964 7 701614471
Université Sorbonne Paris Cité (USPC)
Ms. Anneliese Depoux
adepoux@hotmail.com
+33 6 661820817
Unstoppable Global Warming - increasing climatic loss-damage and human mobility
Despite commitments from major GHG emitters, we are failing to limit warming to 1.5°C, worsening climatic loss and damage. This drives human mobility as communities struggle to adapt. Climate finance is crucial to support resilience and adaptation at migration sources and destinations.

Speakers: Shamim Arfeen, Haitham El Yamany, Mr. Mohammed Abdulmawjood, Anneliese Depoux, Government Representatives from Bangladesh and other representing countries (TBA)
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 7
Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC)
Ms. Reshmi Ladwa
reshmi.ladwa@gwec.net
+44 7511 37120
International Hydropower Association (IHA)
Ms. Karen Smith
karen.smith@hydropower.org
+44 7947 323592
THE GREAT WIND RE-SET: GETTING WIND ENERGY BACK ON TRACK FOR A 1.5°C WORLD
Supply chain is one of the most pressing challenges to the growth of the global wind energy industry. The private sector are collaborating to convene a solutions orientated dialogue around what industry can do to deliver 1.5 °C scenarios by 2030.

Speakers: Ben Backwell, CEO, Global Wind Energy Council Jonathan Cole, CEO, Corio Generation Girish Tanti,Vice Chairman,Suzlon Group Elbia Gannoum, CEO, Abeeolica Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, CEO, Masdar Lauren Uppink, Head of Global Engagement, Orsted Rebecca Williams, Director, Ocean Energy Pathway
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 8
Clean Air Task Force (CATF)
Mr. Jonathan Banks
jbanks@catf.us
+1 207 6070606
Centro Mexicano de Derecho Ambiental (CEMDA)
Mr. Carlos Asúnsolo
casunsolo@cemda.org.mx
+52 614 1828457
Greener Impact International (GII)
Mr. Kassim Gawusu-Toure
k.gawusu@gmail.com
+233 24 4967340
Solutions for Our Climate (SFOC)
Ms. Chaeyoung Hyun
chaeyoung.hyun@forourclimate.org
+82 10 43234615
Global Methane Pledge Ministerial
The Global Methane Pledge is catalyzing methane action across the energy, food, agriculture, and waste sectors. The Ministerial will review progress and showcase new actions on implementation, resource mobilization, and execution of projects to reduce methane in line with the goals of the pledge.

Speakers: John Podesta U.S. Senior Advisor to the President for International Climate Policy; Maroš Šefčovič, Vice President European Commission, Inger Anderson, Executive Director UNEP, Ministers from Global Methane Pledge countries, civil society, the private sector, and philanthropy.
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 9
Climate Equity Reference Project Canada (CERP)
Ms. Ceecee Holz
cholz@climate.works
+1 613 6184601
Climate Action Network Canada (CAN-Rac)
Ms. Pratishtha Singh
admin@climateactionnetwork.ca
+1 613 2414413
Earth Island Institute, Inc. (EII)
Mr. Tom Athanasiou
toma@ecoequity.org
+1 510 8599100
Windfall Energy Project (WEC)
Mr. Brent Kopperson
brent@windfallcentre.ca
+1 905 7270491
Civil Society Equity Review 2024 Report Launch
The Civil Society Equity Review's latest report outlines a comprehensive civil society vision for an equitable transformation that includes just energy transition, substantial increase of climate finance, restructuring of financial institutions, more ambition in NDCs, a meaningful L&D fund, etc.

Speakers: Speakers from the Global South and Global North from civil society organizations, academia and climate justice experts.
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 1
Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
Mr. Raoul KOUAME
kokouame@ecowas.int
+234 0 8180136919
Comité permanent Inter-Etats de Lutte contre la Sécheresse dans le Sahel (CILSS)
Mr. Maguette Kaire
maguette.kaire@cilss.int
+227 227 92255978
ECOWAS Regional Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE)
Ms. Monica Maduekwe
mmaduekwe@ecreee.org
+238 980 9689
Carbon market initiatives in West Africa: Experiences and perspectives
ECOWAS is leading a process for the establishment of a regional carbon market with key stakeholders. The side event will serve as a platform to share the experiences.

Speakers: Commissioner for Economic Affairs & Agriculture, ECOWAS Commissioner, UEMOA Commissioner, CILSS
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 2
Brazilian Center for International Relations (CEBRI)
Ms. Julia Paletta
julia.paletta@cebri.org.br
+55 21 999728113
Carbon Tracker Initiative Limited
Ms. Hannah Besly
hbesly@carbontracker.org
+44 20 7471654289
I4CE - Institute for Climate Economics (I4CE)
Ms. Claire (I4CE)
claire.eschalier@i4ce.org
+33 6 6
Institute for Climate and Society (ICS)
Ms. Cintya Feitosa Chaves
cintya@climaesociedade.org
+55 11 973970635
World Benchmarking Alliance (WBA)
Mr. Joachim Roth
j.roth@worldbenchmarkingalliance.org
+33 6 20057269
Delivering on volume and impact for climate finance and investment to support 1.5C aligned NDCs
Country platforms are collaborative frameworks to facilitate the transition to a low-carbon economy. This side event will discuss how these frameworks and complementary approaches such as transition plans can support countries to scale climate finance and transform their NDCs into investment plans.

Speakers: Introduction: • CEBRI/ iCS/ I4CE/ Carbon Tracker Initiative/ World Benchmarking Alliance/E3G (TBC) Moderator – Emmanuel Guerin – ECF Roundtable: Country reps/ NDC Partnership/ Private sector rep/ UNEP-FI/ DBSA
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 3
Fondation pour les Etudes et Recherches sur le Développement International (Ferdi)
Mr. Matthieu Boussichas
matthieu.boussichas@ferdi.fr
+33 6 50765299
European Federation of Transport and Environment (T&E)
Mr. Jacob Armstrong
jacob.armstrong@transportenvironment.org
+32 470 835517
Global shipping tax: transport decarbonization and climate finance for vulnerable countries
The maritime sector is undertaxed and has so far avoided climate taxation. This event will discuss regional and global policy initiatives to incentivize shipping decarbonization and how they can be used as a source of climate finance in a manner that is just and fair for vulnerable countries.

Speakers: Macky Sall, 4P Coalition Renganaden Padayachy, Gov. of Mauritius Mary B. Goodman, OECD Polona Gregorin, European Commission Laurence Tubiana, European Climate Foundation Vianney Dequiedt, Ferdi William Todts, T&E Albon Ishoda, Marshall Islands Rep. IMAL Rep. IEA or other rep. 4P Coalition
PPT T&E [1 Mb]
Policy brief Ferdi [447 kb]
Ferdi Paper [1 Mb]
Concept note Event [33 kb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 4
Climate Action Network International (CAN International)
Ms. Rebecca Thissen
rthissen@climatenetwork.org
+32 4 84308188
ActionAid International Foundation
Ms. Teresa Anderson
teresa.anderson@actionaid.org
+44 7984 932655
Center for Economic and Social Rights (CESR)
Ms. Maria Ron Balsera
mbalsera@cesr.org
+44 7860 262344
Christian Aid (CA)
Mr. Mariana Paoli
mpaoli@christian-aid.org
+44 0 7864288457
International Youth and Student Movement for the United Nations (ISMUN)
Mr. Oluwole D Oshota
davidoshota@gmail.com
+1 404 4521338
Why do we need public finance at the heart of the new finance goal
This event aims to shed light on why public finance is critical to achieve a fair and equitable transition for all. We will look at the transformative role public finance can play in different climate action areas, and how this plays out in light of the negotiations on the future climate goal(NCQG)

Speakers: Mariana Paoli, Christian Aid Brownen Tocker, OCI (tbc) Fadhel Kaboub, PowerShift Africa Finance negotiator (tbc)
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 5
Clasp
Ms. Rosamma Karishma Joseph
kjoseph@clasp.ngo
+91 0 9538372435
Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE)
Mr. Jayanta Chaudhuri
jayanta@aeee.in
+91 0 9769041393
Institut International du Froid (IIF)
Ms. Yosr ALLOUCHE
iif-iir@iifiir.org
+33 1 42273235
Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL)
Ms. Rosa Garcia
rosa.garcia@seforall.org
+43 676 846727235
Tracking Efficiency in the Global South
Promoting global implementation of high-impact opportunities requires sharing transferable lessons, best practices, and case studies. CLASP, in collaboration with AEEE and SE4All, will facilitate a discussion to inspire stakeholders to adopt successful energy efficiency strategies in diverse regions

Speakers: Bishal Thapa, Sr. Director, CLASP Jacqueline Lam, Regional Director - Asia, SE4All Dr. Satish Kumar, President and ED, AEEE TBD, UNIDO TBD, Asia Clean Energy Partners
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 6
International Fund for Animal Welfare Inc. (IFAW)
Mr. Simon Addison
saddison@ifaw.org
+1 343 9966167
BirdLife International (BLI)
Ms. Cathy Yitong Li
CATHY.LI@BIRDLIFE.ORG
+44 0 7521158388
Nature in NDCs: How wildlife can deliver nature-based solutions for climate and people
Wild animals are unsung heroes in the fight against climate change. Learn how wildlife conservation can be integrated into NDCs to supercharge climate action and how innovative financing can deliver nature-based solutions at scale to benefit nature, people and climate.

Speakers: Martin Harper, BirdLife International; Ed Goodall, WDC; Noelle Kumpel, BirdLife International; Yoko Watanabe, ADB; Maheen Khan, WWF; Rose Akombo, Kenya; Julio Cordano, Chile
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 7
DanChurchAid (DCA and FKN)
Mr. Mattias Soderberg
msd@dca.dk
+45 29 700609
International Peace Institute, Inc. (IPI)
Ms. Aparajita Rao
rao@ipinst.org
+1 0 6465493408
Oxford Climate Policy
Mr. Benito Muller
director@oxfordclimatepolicy.org
+44 7876 566975
Innovative sources for Loss and Damage funding: Introducing the Climate Solidarity Alliance
How can countries raise funds to address adverse climate impact both at home and voluntarily work together to show solidarity with the poorest and most vulnerable.

Speakers: Mattias Söderberg (DanChurchAid), Benito Mueller (OCP), Dan Lund (Fiji), Kishan Kumarsingh (Trinidad & Tobago), Liliam Chagas (Brazil), Jean-Christophe Donnellier (France), Jens Fugl (Denmark) and Jimena Leiva Roesch (IPI).
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 8
Margaret Pyke Trust (MPT)
Mr. David Johnson
david@margaretpyke.org
+44 7481 411117
Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT)
Ms. Kerryn Morrison
kerrynm@ewt.org.za
+27 82 8775126
MSI Reproductive Choices (MSI)
Ms. Bethan Cobley
bethan.cobley@msichoices.org
+44 7905 282481
Unlocking investments for women and girls to build resilience and leave no one behind
Perspectives from policy makers, civil society and community leadership on why investing in women and girls is critical to building climate resilience.

Speakers: Moderated by MPT’s Head of Advocacy, Carina Hirsch, we are planning two gender diverse panels including representation from colleagues from PSI, Conserve Global, Ipas and at least one government representative and youth delegate.
Holding Slide [2 Mb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 9
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Ms. XiaoYin Deng
XDeng@unfccc.int
Your career in addressing climate change with UNFCCC and the UN system
The UNFCCC secretariat drives global climate action. Talent in various areas of climate change is invited to explore impactful career opportunities within UNFCCC and UN system. Be a force for positive change – shape the future with UN Climate Change.
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 1
Nordic Council of Ministers (NCM)
Mr. Aaron Tuckey
aartuc@norden.org
+45 0 27109430
Nordic Development Fund (NDF)
Ms. Paula Fincke
paula.fincke@ndf.int
+358 50 5991244
Nordic Environment Finance Corporation (NEFCO)
Ms. Lia Oker-Blom
lia.oker-blom@nefco.int
+358 50 3256610
Nordic Investment Bank (NIB)
Mr. Arild Moen
arild.moen@nib.int
+358 50 5680420
Perspectives Climate Research gGmbH (PCR)
Ms. Maria Eitel
rojas@perspectives.cc
+49 176 82299162
Sweden
Mr. Mattias Frumerie
mattias.frumerie@gov.se
+46 76 7886027
Nordic perspectives: Paving the way to mobilise climate finance
Climate finance has reached record high levels but is still falling short of needs. This event explores Nordic perspectives to blended and catalytic instruments in mobilising climate finance for innovative solutions. NIB, NDF and Nefco pave the way for a more sustainable world with Nordic solutions.

Speakers: Chiedza Mazaiwana, EEP Africa Valerie Hickey, World Bank Zonibel Woods, Asian Development Bank Satu Santala, Nordic Development Fund André Küüsvek, Nordic Investment Bank Ash Sharma, Nefco Igor Shishlov, Perspectives Nordic HoD, TBC
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 2
Taiwan Research Institute (TRI)
Ms. Wan-ting Yen
wanting.yen@tri.org.tw
+886 933 445204
Association des Scientifiques Environnementalistes pour un Développement Intégré (ASEDI)
Mr. Mohamed-Awali Ouro-Djeri Djobo
tontonhawal@yahoo.fr
+228 98 317811
Benin
Mr. Wilfried BIAO MONGAZI
wilmongazi@yahoo.fr
+229 229 66014474
Responding to Climate Change (RTCC)
Ms. Nicole Serrij
ns@rtcc.org
+44 207 7992222
Climate Finance as the Driving Force for Net-Zero Transition—Analysis and Solutions
This event will explore how international and national efforts can mobilize and manage climate finance to ensure its effective use. Key topics covering finance targets, funding gaps, loss and damage funds, carbon pricing, green finance, and innovative sources of funding.

Speakers: Experts will be invited to share their research findings, policy measures, and best practices, providing innovative and sustainable climate finance solutions for global climate action.
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 3
CARE International (CI)
Ms. Marlene Achoki
marlene.achoki@care.org
+254 2 725564577
Centre for 21st Century Issues (C21st)
Ms. Titilope Akosa
titiakosa@gmail.com
+234 802 3047678
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)
Ms. Mary Friel
Mary.FRIEL@ifrc.org
+44 77 46632727
Practical Action
Mr. Colin McQuistan
colin.mcquistan@practicalaction.org.uk
+44 7523 355435
Closing the climate finance gap: strengthening adaptation at the local level
This side event will explore urgently needed solutions to deliver climate finance to local levels. The discussion will focus community accessing finance to local level on adaptation connection with loss and damage, emphasizing scale, community access, and gender-responsive action.

Speakers: Speakers will include negotiators/decision-makers from developing and developed countries, civil society experts/researchers on climate finance, adaptation and Loss & damage, gender and social inclusion - including representative voices from the global south and from women's rights organizations.
Side event concept note [104 kb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 4
Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung - Gesellschaftsanalye und Politische Bildung e.V. (RLS)
Mr. Till Bender
till.bender@rosalux.org
+49 30 44310523
Asociación Interamericana para la Defensa del Ambiente (AIDA)
Ms. Florencia Ortuzar
fortuzar@aida-americas.org
+56 9 73353135
Coastal Association for Social Transformation Trust (COAST Trust)
Mr. Aminul Hoque
aminul.coast@gmail.com
+88 17 3328815
Jubilee South Asia Pacific Movement, Inc. (APMDD)
Mx. Claire Miranda
clairemiranda08@gmail.com
+63 917 5115334
From millions to trillions: the transformations needed to finance climate justice
COP 29 must ensure the new climate finance landscape delivers the resources needed by developing countries and communities on the front lines of the climate crisis. How do we find the trillions that is non-debt inducing, easy to access and guaranteed to reach the most vulnerable?

Speakers: Representatives from governments and civil society
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 5
Global Forest Coalition (GFC)
Mr. Jose Gadir Lavadenz Lamadrid
gadir.lavadenz@globalforestcoalition.org
+591 2 68060050
Centre for Community Economics and Development Consultants Society (CECOEDECON)
Ms. Vibhuti Joshi
cecoedecon@gmail.com
+91 80030 93207
Indigenous Educational Network of Turtle Island (IENTI/IEN) (IEN)
Mr. Alberto Saldamando
alberto@ienearth.org
+1 415 6569198
Institute for Socioeconomics Studies (INESC)
Ms. Tatiana Oliveira
tatiana@inesc.org.br
+55 21 980822370
Krasnoyarsk Regional Public Ecological Movement "Friends of the Siberian Forests" (FSF)
Mr. Andrey Laletin
laletin3@gmail.com
+7 950 4351945
Investing public finance to promote real climate solutions
With an NCQG to be adopted in COP29, public finance must go towards Real Solutions to achieve the 2030 milestone of 43% emissions reductions. The side event will focus on redirecting public finance towards Real Solutions with gender just rights based approach.

Speakers: Experienced panelists from the global south and experts on forest issues.
Flyer [286 kb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 6
Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)
Mr. Olatunji Yusuf
oyusuf@isdb.org
+966 56 1434378
Global Ethical Finance Initiative Limited (GEFI)
Mr. Angus Clelland
angus@globalethicalfinance.org
+44 7484 679936
Secretariat of the Union for the Mediterranean (UfMS)
Ms. Inês Duarte
climate@ufmsecretariat.org
+34 0 935214178
Just Transition: Perspectives from the Mediterranean Region and Global South
The session's goal is to create a forum for discussing Just and Fair Transition with viewpoints from the Mediterranean Region & Global South. Participants will include government representatives, finance ministries, multilateral development banks, private sector stakeholders, and organized labor.

Speakers: Government representatives Industry experts Multilateral Development Banks Inter-governmental Organizations Private sector actors NGOs.
 
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 7
Gana Unnayan Kendra (GUK)
Mr. Golam Rabbani
rabbani.golam@brac.net
+880 2 1713248362
Local Environment Development and Agricultural Research Society (LEDARS)
Mr. Mohon Kumar Mondal
ledars.bd@gmail.com
+880 1713 462821
Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC)
Ms. Salote Soqo
ssoqo@uusc.org
+1 857 9726805
Financing Loss and Damage and Way Forward for Grassroots Action
Despite unforeseen challenges, we will share detailed insights on community actions and potential strategies to address loss and damage in vulnerable countries.

Speakers: Josie Lee,Oxfam Australia (Chair); Mohon Kumar Mondol,LEDARS; Makereta Waqavonovono,Climate Talk Fiji; Munir Hossain,GUK; Joy Reyes,Manila Observatory,Philippines; Farah Kabir,ActionAid; Sanjay Vashist,CANSA; Nuzhat Jabin,Christian Aid; Wanun Permpibul,Climate Watch,Thailand;Dr.Md.Golam Rabbani,BRAC
final version of the side event [14 kb]
Friday,
15 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 8
Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change Ltd. (IIGCC)
Ms. Arianna Griffa
agriffa@iigcc.org
+44 0 7774894214
Ceres, Inc.
Mr. Christopher Fox
fox@ceres.org
+1 617 3124774
Investor Group on Climate Change Australia / New Zealand Inc. (IGCC)
Ms. Anjali Viswamohanan
anjali.viswamohanan@aigcc.net
+65 830 53907
PRI Association (PRI)
Mr. Conor Ritchie
conor.ritchie@unpri.org
+44 7714 232539
Accelerating Global Investor Climate Action to Achieve the Paris Agreement’s Goals
To facilitate a just global transition to net zero, investors are setting net zero targets, laying out climate action plans, and engaging with companies and governments. This event focuses on the policies needed to scale up the finance needed to deliver ambitious NDCs and implement the GST outcomes.

Speakers: David Atkin, PRI; Matias Cardomingo, Ministry of Finance, Brazil; Erich Cripton, CDPQ; Jan Kæraa Rasmussen, PensionDanmark; Nana Li, Impax A; Natalie Sinha, UBS; Hidehiko Sogano, Dai-ichi Life Holdings; Eric Usher, UNEP FI; Peter Van der Werf, Robeco.
https://theinvestoragenda.org/upcoming-events/events/ [181 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 1
Biovision - Foundation for Ecological Development (BV)
Mr. Moritz Fegert
m.fegert@biovision.ch
+41 78 9125549
Alliance for Food Sovereignty in Africa (AFSA)
Mr. Simon Peter Bukenya
simon.bukenya@afsafrica.org
+256 0 2567598329
International Panel of Experts on Sustainable Food Systems (IPES-Food)
Ms. Chantal Clement
chantal.clement@ipes-food.org
+44 7553 890078
South Asian Forum for Environment (SAFE)
Mr. Dipayan Dey
office@safeinch.org
+91 33 24266060
Resilient Food Futures: Agroecology & Climate Finance for ambitious NDCs 3.0
Countries play a crucial role in leading ambitious climate action. With the next revision of NDCs due by 2025, this event will discuss the role of agroecology for resilient food systems and how climate finance could support it by leveraging ongoing national policy developments.

Speakers: Patrick Kibaya, MALF Kenya; Dirk Meyer, BMZ, Germany (tbc);Fernanda Machiavelli, MDA, Brazil (tbc);Dr. Nguyen Do Anh Tuan, MARD, Viet Nam(tbc);Charles Yu,UNDP;Million Belay, Alliance for Food Sovereignty in Africa; Martina Fleckenstein, WWF; Oliver Oliveiros, Agroecology Coal.; Asian Dev. Bank; CIAT
Guidance: Boosting Biodiversity Action Through Agroecology [2 Mb]
Brief: National Agroecology Strategies in Eastern and Southern Africa [2 Mb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 2
LDC Watch
Mr. Sugat Bhattarai
sgbhtri@gmail.com
+977 1 9843401719
Rural Reconstruction Nepal (RRN)
Mr. Sugat Bhattarai
sgbhtri@gmail.com
+977 1 9843401719
FRLD: Opportunities and Challenges for Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities in the Global South
Explore the hurdles of financial mechanisms aimed at addressing climate-induced loss and damage, with a focus on how these funds can support vulnerable communities in the Global South.

Speakers: Representatiives from NGOs and civil society organizations, government officials, community leaders from the Global South, and youth activists.
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 3
Office of Legal Affairs (OLA)
Mr. Fernando Cabrera Diaz
fernando.cabrera@un.org
+1 646 5925094
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Ms. Jasdeep Randhawa
JRandhawa@unfccc.int
+49 160 94468195
Ambitious Ocean-Based Action: UN-Oceans support to States, including in the context of NDCs
With the next round of NDCs shaping global action for the coming years, the focus on robust ocean-based action grows clearer. This side event examines how UN-Oceans can support States in scaling up ocean action, including in the context of the next round of NDCs due in 2025

Speakers: Niall O’Dea & Julio Cordano, Co-Facilitators, Ocean-Climate Dialogue; Jana Friedrich, IAEA; Sai Navoti, DESA; Roel Hoenders, IMO; Fernando Cabrera Diaz, DOALOS/OLA; James Leslie, UNDP; Regina Asariotis, UNCTAD; Elisa Morgera, Special Rapporteur on HR and CC; Xuechan Ma, FAO; Mirey Atallah, UNEP
Side Event Programme [183 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 4
University of Oslo (UiO)
Mr. Fabiano de Andrade Correa
fabiano.deandrade@eui.eu
+55 48 974007488
International Development Law Organization (IDLO)
Ms. Ilaria Bottigliero
ibottigliero@idlo.int
+31 70 2400870
Global climate cases: advancing climate justice through the international rule of law
Processes for advisory opinions on climate change are underway at three international courts – the ICJ, ITLOS, and IACtHR. This event will unpack key points from each process, discuss their impact on litigation at the domestic level, and assess how they can catalyse strengthened climate action.

Speakers: The event will feature a panel discussion with leading experts on climate justice and environmental rule of law, including representatives from governments, the judiciary, civil society and academia.
flyer [90 kb]
agenda [127 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 5
Conservation International (CI)
Ms. Shira Lyss-Loren
slyss-loren@conservation.org
+1 206 7472336
Pew Charitable Trusts (PCT)
Ms. Courtney Durham Shane
cshane@pewtrusts.org
+1 202 6816521
Rare
Ms. Emily Goodwin
egoodwin@rare.org
+1 918 8637974
Innovative Financing in Blue Carbon Ecosystems
Explore financial mechanisms to protect, restore and manage coastal blue carbon ecosystems for mitigation and adaptation action, and how finance links to biodiversity outcomes. Speakers will share financing strategies and highlight resources, including a brief on financing blue carbon habitats.

Speakers: TBC from: Rare, Pew, Global Mangrove Alliance, CI, International Partnership for Blue Carbon, national governments, and the private sector
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 6
Fondation Mohammed VI pour la Protection de l'Environnement (FM6E)
Ms. kenza khallafi
k.khallafi@fm6e.org
+212 212 636640950
Confédération Générale des Entreprises du Maroc (CGEM)
Ms. Houda Bouchtia
houda.bouchtia@cgem.ma
+212 6 63872529
Leveraging climate finance to tackle climate change in Africa
The Mohammed VI Foundation for Environmental Protection and its partners are actively committed to addressing climate change in the context of sustainable development. This event will identify key Climate Finance barriers and enablers to scale up ambitious impact at the national and African levels.

Speakers: The event will feature a panel discussion with leading experts on climate finance and climate change, including representatives from governments, local authorities, civil society, companies and academia, building on outcomes of the side events hosted at COP28 in Dubai and in June 2024 in Bonn.
Flyer [183 kb]
agenda [353 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 7
International Emissions Trading Association (IETA)
Mr. Pedro Venzon
venzon@ieta.org
+41 0 766266700
Amazon Environmental Research Institute (IPAM)
Ms. GABRIELA SAVIAN
gabriela.savian@ipam.org.br
+55 61 996854938
Emergent Forest Finance Accelerator, Inc.
Ms. Kathryn Deeg
katie@emergentclimate.com
+34 64 5496736
The Nature Conservancy (TNC)
Mr. John Verdieck
john.verdieck@tnc.org
+1 111 1111111
Protecting Tropical Forests Through Carbon Markets
This side event explores the role of high-integrity carbon markets in reducing deforestation, restoring ecosystems and protecting biodiversity, sharing fair benefits and respecting IPLCs’ perspectives. Key stakeholders will discuss how ETSs, VCM and A6 can finance nature and sustainable development.

Speakers: Beatriz Granziera, TNC; Frances Seymour, The U.S.; André Guimarães, IPAM; Dirk Forrister, IETA; Marcello Brito, CAL; Roselyn F. Adjei, FCGhana; Buddha Ghartee, NEFIN; Avanilson Karajá, COIAB; Carol Burga, Emergent
Concept Note_UNFCCC SIDE EVENT_COP29_Protecting Tropical Forests Through Carbon Markets_Final [251 kb]
Protecting Tropical Forests Through Carbon Markets_Final Panel [1 Mb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 8
Belize
Mr. Colin Mattis
mattisco@gobmail.gov.bz
+501 613 4926
Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy (TISE)
Mr. Chiyuan Chang
giftchang@taise.org.tw
+886 2 988740399
Bridging the Gap: Leveraging Climate Finance for Inclusive Sustainable Development
We aim to explore how to ensure that climate finance mechanisms are inclusive, with a focus on incorporating marginalized and vulnerable communities. The discussion will highlight innovative financial tools and partnerships that can help developing countries gain equitable access to climate funds.

Speakers: Government of Belize, Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy (TAISE), International Cooperation and Development Fund, Stimson Center.
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 9
Casa Socio-Environmental Fund (Casa Fund)
Ms. Alahir Maha Amaral
maha@casa.org.br
+55 11 971847339
Grupo de Trabalho Amazonico (GTA)
Ms. Alahir Maha Amaral
maha@casa.org.br
+55 11 971847339
Climate Finance in the Global South: Local Funds from Latin America, Africa and Southeast Asia
Local, territorial, activist funds are the best pathway to resource, at needed scale, lPLCs protecting our planet’s biodiversity rich & climate regulating biomes, all based in the Global South, and responsible for the future of life on Earth. Together, they offer the answers Climate Funders seek.

Speakers: Casa Socio-Environmental Fund: Cristina Orpheo/ Amalia Souza Alianza Socioambiental Fondos del Sur: Juliana Tinoco Shandia Platform: Juan C. Jintiach Comuá Network: Jonathas Azevedo Amazonia Network of Community Funds: Josimara Baré Fundo Brasil: Ana Araújo Fundación Semilla: Eduardo Franco
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 1
Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES)
Mr. Hayato Nakamura
hayato.nakamura@iges.or.jp
+81 80 23651826
Foundation for Climate Protection and Carbon Offset KliK (KliK Foundation)
Ms. Andrea Reiter
andrea.reiter@klik.ch
+41 44 2246059
Global Environment Centre Foundation (GEC)
Ms. Kaoru Yamaguchi
kyamaguchi@gec.jp
+81 50 54694317
Japan
Ms. Yuka OKAJIMA
YUKA_OKAJIMA@env.go.jp
+81 3 55218246
Switzerland
Ms. Lydie-Line Paroz
lydie-line.paroz@bafu.admin.ch
+41 79 7498250
Article 6.2 Implementation for High Integrity: Updates, Lessons and Challenges
The implementation of Article 6.2 is gaining momentum. The event will provide an overview of cooperation, mitigation activities and measures for high integrity. Parties and private sector will reflect on challenges and lessons learned to highlight the role 6.2 can play for a high integrity market.

Speakers: Speakers: Yutaka Matsuzawa, MOEJ; Supanut Chotevitayatarakorn, A6IP; Simon Fellermeyer, FOEN; Vicky Janssens, KliK Foundation; Hiroshi Ono, IGES; Paweena Panichayapichet, TGO; Madeleine Diouf Sarr, METE/DCCTEFV; Sonja Berdau, GIZ.
Concept note/ Agenda [162 kb]
Social Card/ NL [174 kb]
E-Flyer of the event [279 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 2
Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP)
Ms. Erin Stewart
erin.stewart@reeep.org
+43 1 260263643
Acumen
Ms. Mercedes de la Vega
mdelavega@acumen.org
+1 929 3193050
Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW)
Mr. Arjun Dutt
arjun.dutt@ceew.in
+91 11 40733300
Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI)
Ms. Emily Long
elong@rmi.org
+1 720 6751699
Beyond Blending: Climate finance for clean energy and adaptation businesses in developing countries
Catalytic capital can bridge gaps in traditional blended finance and unlock transformative climate action. Explore the capital continuum required for projects and SMEs to access finance at each stage of scale-up through novel approaches to project preparation, early-stage equity and risk mitigation.

Speakers: Speakers will include experts from the finance sector, specialist funders of climate projects and SMEs in the Global South, providers of philanthropic capital, as well as clean energy project developers and developing country governmental representatives responsible for accessing climate finance.
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 3
Asociación para el Desarrollo Foro Rural Mundial
Ms. Elena Aguayo
wrfsecretary@ruralforum.org
+34 6 87265631
Confederación de Organizaciones de Productores Familiares del Mercosur Ampliado (COPROFAM)
Mr. Carolina Rodriguez
info@fidamercosur.org
+598 99 113378
OXFAM International (OI)
Ms. Sian Jones
sian.jones@oxfam.org
+44 7 919386592
Unlocking Access to Climate Finance: evidence from research and family farmers' experience
Local-led access to climate finance is pivotal to ensure the NCQG and L&D fund deliver for the needs of most affected communities. We highlight voices from family farmers’ organisations, their experience with the climate crisis, impact on food production, and proposals for access to climate finance.

Speakers: World Rural Forum COPROFAM OXFAM AFA EAFF FAO IFAD Green Climate Fund
Run of the show [17 kb]
PPT [2 Mb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 4
BusinessEurope
Ms. Matilda Lindblad
m.lindblad@businesseurope.eu
+32 49 3230899
Federation of German Industries (BDI)
Ms. Cara Bien
c.bien@bdi.eu
+49 30 20281727
Turkish Industry and Business Association (TUSIAD)
Ms. Nurşen Numanoğlu
numanoglu@tusiad.org
+90 212 5529800732
Operationalising Art.6 of the Paris Agreement: state of play and business perspectives
In view of the work ahead at COP29 to fully operationalise Article 6, the panel will take stock of the positions of Parties as well as private sector requirements regarding Article 6, to make the mechanism work for businesses and communities where the credits are created.

Speakers: Negotiators: Bruno Carvalho Arruda (Brazil), Martin Hession (EU), Natalie Kushko (Ukraine). Business: Holger Lösch, Deputy DG, BDI, Soma Banerjee, Deputy DG, CII, Thomas Birr, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer, E.ON. Karolien Casaer-Diez, Global Senior Director Art. 6, South Pole.
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 5
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Ms. Alexandra Halpern
AHalpern@unfccc.int
Adaptation Finance Reimagined: Fresh Perspectives for Lasting Impact
Preparing for climate change response through latest insights of comprehensive climate risk management.
Event flyer [2 Mb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 6
Indian Youth Climate Network (IYCN)
Ms. Jasmine Kaur
jasmine@iycn.in
+91 91 9918432990
Development Alternatives (DA)
Ms. Shaila Sam
ssam@devalt.org
+91 11 26544100
Alternative Innovations Unlocked | Accessing Climate Finance in Global South
To achieve climate goals, Climate Finance emerges as a vital component, hence this event aims to address the gap between visionary solutions & necessary funding required. It showcases innovations needing financing for research, implementation, & policy impact, linked to SDGs 13,5,6,7,8,9,1

Speakers: Representative from IYCN Representative from CANSA Representative from Climate Reality Youth4COP Climate Champion Shrashtant Patara, Kanika Verma Dr. Swayamprabha Das and Dr. Soumen Maity (DA), Representatives from State Bank of India, HSBC, Bank of America, BMGF
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 7
Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF)
Mr. Amin Naderian
amin.naderian@gecf.org
+974 0 50718912
Iran Renewable Energy Association (IrREA)
Mr. Arash Shojaei
shojaei@irrea.ir
+98 912 9628595
Renewables and natural gas partnership
Considering the intermittent nature of renewable energy sources, the stability and reliability of the power grid necessitate backup from other energy sources. Facilitating energy transitions and ensuring energy security requires the strategic use of natural gas to guarantee power stability.

Speakers: At least three speakers from GECF, IGU, and ERIA. We ensure gender diversity by committing to at least one female speaker
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 1
Beijing Greenovation Hub for Public Welfare Development (G:HUB)
Ms. Yingjie Chen
yingjie@ghub.org
+86 10 84477697
Boston University
Mr. Jiaqi Lu
jl1@bu.edu
+1 608 6957269
Scaling up zero-carbon, climate resilient financing between China, Central Asia and beyond
RE cooperation between China and CASA countries is key for enhanced NDCs and climate resilience. The seminar will discuss the financing landscape and the outlook on scaling up zero-carbon and climate-resilient cooperation between China, Central Asia, and beyond.

Speakers: Representative from Central Asian countries: The transition pathway; BU: China’s energy investment and financing in Central Asia; GHub: Enabling climate-resilient cooperation between China and CASA countries; Representative from national policy banks or MDBs: The role of development finance
Side-event Flyer [338 kb]
Side-event Flyer [338 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 2
Regions4 Sustainable Development (Regions4)
Ms. Heloise Chicou
info@regions4.org
+54 911 22925538
Association Climate-KIC (CKIC)
Ms. Aida Khalilova
aida.khalilova@climate-kic.org
+32 473 232029
Global Infrastructure Basel Foundation (GIB)
Ms. Hilda Liswani
hilda.liswani@gib-foundation.org
+41 78 4061070
Building the Business Case for Climate Finance at the Subnational Level
The event will highlight the need to invest at the subnational level to enhance climate action addressing the funding gap despite international finance progress. It aims to support local actors in achieving global climate goals aligning finance with local needs and showcasing innovative solutions.

Speakers: María José Sanz Basque Centre for Climate Change Scientific Director Elina Roine Director of Operations Support & Climate European Investment Bank Katherine Browne Research Fellow at Stockholm Environment Institute Kirsten Dunlop CEO Climate KIC Giorgio Maione Lombardy Minister for Environment
Concept note and agenda [657 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 3
All China Environment Federation (ACEF)
Ms. Hongyi Li
acefgjb@sina.com
+86 10 51230007
Ethiopia
Mr. Mensur Dessie Nuri
mensurdes2012@gmail.com
+251 92 8974938
The Investment Association of China (IAC)
Mr. Yifan Li
792163016@qq.com
+86 10 63389263
Mitigation and adaptation practices along the Belt and Road
This conference aims to invite important stakeholders from both international and China domestic to share concrete cases of mitigation and adaptation under the framework of Belt and Road Initiative(BRI) and explore the synergy mechanisms between economic development and environmental protection.

Speakers: Eric Salheim, Chairman of the "the Belt and Road" International Development Alliance;Zhang Jianyu, Executive Director of the "the Belt and Road" Green Development International Research Institute;Qing Wang, Gender and Climate Change Programme Officer, UN Women China, etc.
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 4
Australian National University (ANU)
Mr. Frank Jotzo
ea.icedsenergy@anu.edu.au
+61 2 61259200
Center for American Progress (CAP)
Ms. Courtney Federico
cfederico@americanprogress.org
+1 860 6905314
Resources for the Future (RFF)
Ms. Kristin Hayes
hayes@rff.org
+1 202 3285033
Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation
Ms. Nidhi Madan
nidhi@shaktifoundation.in
+91 91 9868157095
Climate/trade: Intersections between policies in advanced economies and Global South competitiveness
Climate-conscious trade and industrial policies in advanced economies inevitably impact clean industries in developing countries. This event will showcase recent analysis and a range of perspectives on how countries in the Global North and South can both benefit from such policies.

Speakers: The Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation, Australian National University, Centre for American Progress, and Resources for the Future will host a diverse panel of experts from think tanks, universities and international organisations. Audience participation will be encouraged.
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 5
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Ms. Anna Liza Cinco
acinco@adb.org
+63 2 86324444
OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID)
Mr. Musaed Alsaleh
m.alsaleh@opecfund.org
+43 664 93238665
WaterAid
Ms. Caroline Maxwell
carolinemaxwell@wateraid.org
+44 20 77934500
Pushing the limits to adaptation to enable transformation
Climate risk is increasing at a faster pace and larger scale, fundamentally altering the development context. As climate impacts increase, opportunities to adapt are closing fast. An urgent shift is needed to scale up adaptation that go beyond incremental actions and enable transformation.

Speakers: Representative Ministry of Finance Community leader/CSO/SIDS Philanthropy/Thinktank MDB
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 6
Sustenta Honduras
Mr. Ricardo Andres Pineda Guzman
ricardopineda@outlook.com
+504 3335 8203
Earth Council (EC)
Ms. Lydia Dai
lydiatw.dai@gmail.com
+56 973 129530
Youth-led Dialogue: Unlocking Private Finance for Climate Adaptation Towards Achieving Article 2.1c
A meeting convened by youth, bringing together philanthropies, businesses, and practitioners to explore innovative tools to unlock private investment in climate adaptation, an interactive discussion on best practices, challenges, and partnership opportunities, to contribute to the 2.1c) agenda.

Speakers: P. Acevedo (Sustenta Honduras), J. Amponsem (Youth Climate Justice Fund), N. Shafi (Arab Youth Climate Movement), X. Acevedo (Barranquilla+20), C. Li (IUCN), L. Dai (Swiss Youth for Climate), S. Chahidi (B Lab Switzerland), A. Ramdani (Oak Foundation), A. Pollak (Inyova Impact Investing)
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 7
The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) (ICESCO)
Mr. Fahman Fathurrahman
fahman.fathurrahman@icesco.org
+212 663 727636
Commission on Science and Technology for Sustainable Development in the South (COMSATS)
Ms. Huma Balouch
huma@comsats.org
+92 51 9214515
Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS)
Mr. Abdelaziz HAJJAJI
abdelaziz@iofs.org.kz
+7 7 7789878569
Islamic Relief Worldwide
Ms. Ulfat Ashraf
shahin.ashraf@irworldwide.org
+44 7779 358131
Fostering Water Security, Biodiversity and Peace through Innovation and Earth Observations
This session promotes sustainable water security, biodiversity and peace, focusing on innovation, earth observations and environmental stewardship to enhance economic development through regional cooperation and actionable recommendations.

Speakers: Speakers will include leaders from various intergovernmental organizations, renowned experts, as well as relevant ministers.
Poster [235 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 8
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Mr. Kenichi Kitamura
LT-LEDS@unfccc.int
Long-term Strategies (LT-LEDS) and financing energy transition
Sharing insight to promote energy transition through NDCs, LT-LEDS and finance with partner organizations.

Speakers: Speaker:IRENA, World Bank, EBRD, Bhutan, Nigeria Moderator: NDC Partnership
Concept notes [85 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 9
Peace Boat US (PB US)
Ms. Emilie McGlone
emilie@peaceboat-us.org
+1 212 6877214
Global Warming Mitigation Project (GWMP)
Ms. Sarah Pooler
s.pooler@kcurveprize.org
+1 810 8141800
Solar Cookers International (SCI)
Mr. Alan Bigelow
alan.bigelow@solarcookers.org
+1 916 4554499
A Renewable Energy Future: Empowering citizens, Strengthening Capacity Building and Cooperation
Highlighting partnerships and cooperation across sectors, the event will illustrate the contribution of renewable energy and solar power to climate mitigation with diverse examples from community projects, government-led initiatives and decarbonization of the maritime industry.

Speakers: Yoshioka Tatsuya (Founder of Peace Boat Ecoship), Jacquelyn Francis (Founder of the Keeling Curve Prize), Caitlyn Hughes (Executive Director, Solar Cookers International) & Blue Planet Alliance Representatives from governments and international NGOs from energy, climate action, environment, gender
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 1
World Farmers' Organisation (WFO)
Ms. Valeria Di Marzo
valeria.dimarzo@wfo-oma.org
+39 349 5395586
Rainforest Alliance (RA)
Ms. Celia Harvey
charvey@ra.org
+506 8 7070644
U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC)
Ms. Kelly Sheridan
ksheridan@usdec.org
+1 203 2604380
Empowering Farmers: Access to Finance and Innovation for Climate Adaptation and Resilience
The event explores the paradox of abundant finance and groundbreaking innovations, yet limited access for farmers. We will discuss how to unlock these resources and new revenue streams to enhance adaptation and resilience in agriculture, ensuring sustainable food systems in a changing climate.

Speakers: Representatives of farmers, businesses, R&I, governments, and climate funds.
COP29_WFO-USDEC-RA_SE Graphic 1 [164 kb]
COP29_WFO-USDEC-RA_SE Graphic 2 [143 kb]
COP29_WFO-USDEC-RA_SE Agenda & RoS [367 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 2
Climate Action Reserve
Mr. Craig Ebert
cebert@climateactionreserve.org
+1 213 2131239
Lean Management Systems Promotion Society (LMSPS)
Mr. Vaibhav Gadia
vaibhav.gadia@enkingint.org
+91 87704 21612
Are Carbon Credits Key to Net Zero?
Carbon credits have been under scrutiny. How critical are they to achieving net zero? Given guidance from SBTi/VCMI for corporate action, what role should credits play? What difference can the ICVCM make? How critical are credits to supporting net zero in the Global South?

Speakers: • Annette Nazareth, ICVCM • Mark Kenber, VCMI • Kristen Gorguinpour, Climate Action Reserve • Alexia Kelly, High Tide Foundation
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 3
Asociación Española del Gas (SEDIGAS)
Ms. Naiara Ortiz de Mendíbil
ojaral@sedigas.es
+34 34 660300532
International Gas Union (IGU)
Mr. Menelaos Ydreos
mel.ydreos@igu.org
+1 416 5688382
The Japan Gas Association (JGA)
Mr. Mitsuhiro Kohara
kohara.mitsuhiro@gas.or.jp
+81 3 35020116
Energy transition acceleration via stakeholder engagement in deploying & financing renewable gases
•Setting the regulatory framework to incentivize the uptake of renewable gases (RRGG) •Ecosystem: developing & upscaling production & utilization •Infrastructure deployment as the paramount enabler •Empowering livelihoods: RG boilers in buildings •Delivering the capital needed to scale up RRGG

Speakers: • Li Yalan, President IGU • Luz Stella Murgas, President Naturgas • Mitsuhiro Kohara, General Manager, The Japan Gas Association • Fco. de la Flor, Enagás • Alejandra Landeira, Naturgy • Moderator: Naiara Ortiz de Mendíbil, SEC Gen Sedigas
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 4
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI)
Mr. Vikram Kotru
vikram.kotru@ficci.com
+91 11 9717840606
Project Developer Forum Ltd. (PD-Forum)
Mr. Sven Kolmetz
sven.kolmetz@pd-forum.net
+49 171 2798223
Swiss Business Council for Sustainable Development (OEBU)
Ms. Helen Ziegler
h.ziegler@southpole.com
+49 151 167314137
Accelerating Article 6: Generating Demand, Technology, Finance
Pvt sector participation under A6 would require enabling ecosystem inclusive of policies, incentives, strengthening institutions that could be enabled through international collaborations. Deliberations would be on driving demand, leveraging cutting-edge tech & mobilize finance for climate action.

Speakers: Global Industry Leaders Government Officials Policy Makers Financial Institutions and Investors Global Think Tanks
Session Agenda with Speakers [183 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 5
World Wind Energy Association (WWEA)
Mr. Stefan Gsänger
secretariat@wwindea.org
+49 228 24269800
Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
Mr. Aditya Raghwa
aditya.raghwa@cii.in
+91 11 9650352958
World Bioenergy Association (WBA)
Mr. Bharadwaj Kummamuru
info@worldbioenergy.org
+46 7671 59785
Renewable Energy Transformation: from Tripling to 100%
Tripling renewables by 2030 is a realistic interim target on the way towards an energy supply in line with Paris: 100% renewables in all sectors. What are key elements of a strategy that leads the world towards a 100% renewable energy supply? How to mobilise society and achieve a just transition?

Speakers: Experts from industry associations, civil society and local governments
Side event programme [251 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 6
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)
Ms. Christine Moffett
christine.moffett@elca.org
+1 832 4549179
Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation
Mr. Steve Chiu
steve_chiu@tzuchi.us
+1 614 7079151
Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the USA
Ms. Lynnaia Main
lmain@episcopalchurch.org
+1 646 3238664
Maryknoll Sisters of Saint Dominic Inc.
Ms. Elisabeth Sullivan
lisavenezuela@gmail.com
+1 571 5875557
The Regeneration Project/Interfaith Power & Light
Ms. Madison Mayhew
madison@interfaithpowerandlight.org
+1 770 3598417
World Conference of Religions for Peace (WCRP)
Ms. Kristine Leonardo
kleonardo@rfp.org
+1 212 6872163
From Policy to Practice: How faith actors can promote locally-led adaptation
The event will bring together diverse stakeholders to delve into our gaps in adaptation. State actors and faith communities alike will share expertise about how to foster locally led adaptation and encourage innovative sources of financing.

Speakers: US Government Rep. Youth Voice Indigenous Voice Faith Voice International Development/Adaptation NGO Practitioner Global South Government Rep.
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 8
International Council of Environmental Law (ICEL)
Mr. Victor Tafur
vtafur@law.pace.edu
+1 917 5720710
Brazil
Ms. Bruna Verissimo Lima Santos
bruna.verissimo@itamaraty.gov.br
+55 61 20306691
Climate Change and Courts: Judicial Perspectives
Climate litigation across the world continues to rise as stakeholders call on courts to promote compliance and enforcement of climate change laws and policies. This unique event builds on the dialogue among high-level judges and justices at COP-28-Dubai about how to approach these complex disputes.

Speakers: Chief Justice Luis Roberto Barroso (Brazil, Chief Justice Antonio Herman Benjamin (Brazil), Justice Leonardo Nemer Caldeira Brant (International Court of Justice), Representative from the Judiciary of Azerbaijan, Others TBD
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 9
Institute for Climate and Sustainable Cities (ICSC) (ICSC)
Mr. Angelo Kairos Dela Cruz
kairos@icsc.ngo
+63 63 9178015820
Munich Climate Insurance Initiative (MCII)
Mr. Michael Zissener
zissener@ehs.unu.edu
+49 228 8150249
UNVEILING THE MONEY TRAIL: CLIMATE FINANCE ACCOUNTABILITY THROUGH LOCAL TRACKING AND VALIDATION
This side event will present the importance of tracking climate finance flows from the donor countries to the recipient communities, validating the reports submitted by these entities. It will also tackle emerging accountability concerns on disaster risk finance and the Fund for responding to L&D.

Speakers: Sara Jane Ahmed, Managing Director CVF-V20 Soenke Kreft, Executive Director, MCII Danica Supnet, Dir for Climate Policy, ICSC Nazrin Camille Castro, Branch Manager, TCRP
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 1
Caritas Internationalis (CI)
Ms. Musamba Mubanga
mubanga@caritas.va
+39 338 5706639
Catholic Relief Services - United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (CRS)
Ms. Gina Castillo Paladines
gina.castillo@crs.org
+1 857 2225703
Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers (CFMSA)
Ms. Elisabeth Sullivan
lsullivan@maryknollogc.org
+1 571 5876851
Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund (SCIAF)
Mr. Ben Wilson
bwilson@sciaf.org.uk
+44 7586 352531
The Moral Imperative of Climate Finance: Addressing Ecological Debt and Climate Vulnerability
This event will explore the urgent moral call to reform climate finance, focusing on the risks of debt-based finance to climate-vulnerable countries and how to strengthen adaptative capacities to get through climate and economic crises. Experts will discuss innovative financial reforms and the necessary modalities to support vulnerable communities for global climate justice

Speakers: Key Note Address: Holy See • Panel Discussion  Caritas voice  Party from the Global South  Party from the global North  Member of the Loss and Damage Board Fund  Special rapporteur on promotion and protection of human rights in the context of climate change
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 2
ACT Alliance - Action by Churches Together (ACT Alliance)
Mr. Vincent Ondieki
vincent.ondieki@actalliance.org
+254 200 2547237344
Bread for the World (BfdW)
Ms. Sabine Minninger
sabine.minninger@brot-fuer-die-welt.de
+49 1522 2701676
Christian Commission for Development in Bangladesh (CCDB)
Mr. Palash Sarker
palash@ccdbbd.org
+88 1717 217620
Coptic Evangelical Organization for Social Services (CEOSS)
Ms. Rania Rashad
rania.rashad@ceoss.org.eg
+20 122 6171688
Ambitious adaptation finance in the NCQG and its delivery: Demands by vulnerable groups and nations
As a matter of survival, adaptation finance is central in the NCQG. Considering climate risks, the climate adaptation finance index shows that funds are inadequate and unfairly distributed. Two project cases in Egypt and Bangladesh demonstrate why ambitious adaptation finance target is needed.

Speakers: Global South finance negotiator Global North finance negotiator Representative of local women organization in adaptation Representative of Indigenous Peoples Representative of Coalition of NGOs in finance
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 3
Recourse
Ms. Alison Doig
alison@re-course.org
+44 7935 473227
Germanwatch
Ms. Anja Gebel
anja.gebel@germanwatch.org
+49 30 577132831
Grupo de Cambio Climático para Latinoamérica y el Caribe (GFLAC)
Ms. Nicole Makowski
nmakowski@gflac.org
+54 341 5053175
The role of the NCQG in achieving a just transition in the Global South: what can MDBs do?
As COP29 negotiates the NCQG this event will discuss the expectations and concerns of climate finance and the MDBs in delivering the COP28 energy package and NDCs, Paris Alignment and how countries and communities in the global south can maximise national and local benefits of just energy transition

Speakers: Alison Doig, Recourse, Sandra Guzmán Luna, GFLAC Sophie Richmond, Big Shift, Anja Gebel, Germanwatch, Beyrra Triasdian, Trend Asia World Bank speaker tbc G77 speaker tbc
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 4
Research Centre for Sustainable Development (RCSD)
Mr. Xiang Yu
sophie.yu.xiang@gmail.com
+86 10 65265958
Institute for Environment and Sustainable Development (IESD)
Ms. Hongxia Duan
hongxia_duan@163.com
+86 951 1381022991
Net zero emission transitions in developing countries: opportunities and challenges
This session will explore new challenges and opportunities of developing economies that are transiting to net zero emissions. We will discuss what would take or require from the perspectives of energy patterns, resource demands, economic development paradigms, and expected pathways.

Speakers: This side event will invite speakers from government officials,academia,researchers, representative of local communities to share the theory and practice of addressing climate change
How Does the Chinese Public Perceive Climate Change [3 Mb]
Paradigm Shift Urgently Needed to Combat Global Climate Crisis [755 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 5
Centre for International Sustainable Development Law (CISDL)
Ms. Maria Antonieta Nestor
man58@cam.ac.uk
+44 7758 122063
Centre for Human Rights and Climate Change Research (C4HR&CCR)
Ms. Omoyemen Lucia Odigie-Emmanuel
rightsandclimatechangeresearch@gmail.com
+234 813 5255040
Green Mobilisation Initiative
Mr. Gabriel Aborele
greenmobilisationinitiative@yahoo.com
+234 80 28192355
Rio Grande do Sul State Chapter of the Brazilian BAR (OAB/RS)
Ms. Alessandra Lehmen
alehmen@alumni.stanford.edu
+55 51 981380008
Legally Bold: Law & Governance for Ambitious Finance & NDCs
Law & governance is crucial for PA implementation- out of 186 first round NDCs over 169 prioritise legal & institutional reform. How is law advancing an ambitious new collective goal on finance, also adaptation & resilience and just transitions to net zero? How to reduce barriers & inspire new NDCs?

Speakers: Senior representatives from highly vulnerable countries and other leading legal experts, senior counsel, judges and young advocates.
Agenda [283 kb]
Slide Presentation [1 Mb]
link to videos [63 kb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 6
Friends World Committee for Consultation
Ms. Lindsey Fielder Cook
Lfcook@quno.ch
+49 179 5918510
Quaker Earthcare Witness (QEW)
Mr. Keith Runyan
keith@quakerearthcare.org
+1 530 5758190
Quakers in Britain
Mx. Rebecca WalkerWoo
rebeccaw@quaker.org.uk
+44 20 76631104
Soka Gakkai International - UK (SGI-UK)
Mr. Robert Harrap
robert.harrap@sgi-uk.org
+44 1628 591210
Soka Gakkai International Office for UN Affairs
Ms. Alexandra Goossens-Ishii
alexandra.mg@sgi-ouna.org
+41 79 8512426
Women's International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF)
Ms. Michelle Benzing
michelle.benzing@wilpf.org
+49 1577 6828688
What really makes us safe? Peace, climate finance and climate action in an existential time.
This interactive workshop will involve the audience on peaceful, healthy, sustainable and just climate finance and action to avert existential rates of global warming.

Speakers: Shirine Jurdi WILPF Deborah Burton, TPNS Andrew Okem, IPCC WG2 Lucy Plummer, SGI Harriet Mackaill-Hill, Int. Alert Duncan McLaren, UCLA Lindsey Fielder Cook, QUNO
CDR - What is Sustainable and Just? [617 kb]
Government Officials Toolkit to the IPCC [3 Mb]
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 7
Tunisia
Ms. Jihen Gasmi
gasmi81_jihene@yahoo.com
+0 216 52075181
Association tunisienne des changements climatiques et du développement durable (2C2D)
Mr. Zouhaier HLAOUI
zouhaierhlaoui@yahoo.fr
+216 98 215255
Empowering Climate Change Adaptation through innovative financial mechanisms
The event aims to discuss the role of innovative financial instruments in making climate change adaptation investments in developing countries. The event will also be an opportunity to share best practices and opportunities, while discussing how to overcome constraints.

Speakers: Governmental Representatives Climate Finance institutions and UN Agencies Private sector
 
Saturday,
16 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 9
Rainforest Foundation Norway (RFN)
Mr. Torbjørn Gjefsen
torbjorn@rainforest.no
+47 0 97016842
Asociación Interétnica de Desarrollo de la Selva Peruana (AIDESEP)
Mr. Esteban Morales
ethien27@hotmail.com
+51 1 969134774
Indigenous Research and Training Institute - IEP?
Ms. Talita Alves
talita.rca@institutoiepe.org.br
+55 11 977540061
Pachamama Alliance
Mr. Karla Maass
karla.maass.ashi@gmail.com
+52 55 21784455
Rainforest Foundation UK (RFUK)
Mr. Joe Eisen
joe@rainforestuk.org
+44 20 74850193
Rights and Resources Institute, Inc. (RRI)
Mr. Alain Frechette
afrechette@rightsandresources.org
+1 514 8047359
Indigenous leadership and rights to end deforestation and biodiversity loss
The IP and LC Forest Tenure Pledge from COP26 recognized Indigenous and local communities' rights and forest guardianship as a key strategy to stop tropical deforestation. This panel reflects on progress made since the Pledge was made and on ways forward towards COP30 and a renewed pledge.

Speakers: Balkissou Buba (GATC), Solange Bandiaky-Badji (RRI), Sineia Wapichana (CIR), Hege Ragnhildstveit (Norway), Torbjørn Gjefsen (RFN), Lina Dabbagh (Climate Champions)
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 1
Coshare Environment
Ms. Ying Li
liying@ecoshare.onaliyun.com
+86 86 1863564954
Agora Think Tanks gGmbH
Ms. Lidia Wojtal
lidia.wojtal@agora-energiewende.de
+49 0 1752273187
Gansu "Green Camel Bell" Environment and Development Center (Green Camel Bell)
Mr. Zhong Zhao
zzhongcn@gmail.com
+86 139 19244430
Lessons and Experiences Sharing on Transitions from Coal: Case Studies from Coal Regions
The event will focus on challenges, best practices, and planning to achieve just transition among coal regions from China, Europe, the US, and Indonesia. The feasible solutions and cooperation mechanism on just transition across coal regions will be discussed.

Speakers: Non-state actors, including research institutions encompassing think tanks, international and local civil society organizations from China, Europe, the US, Indonesia, and other coal-related regions.
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 2
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
Ms. Annika Bremvåg
annika.bremvag@ntnu.no
+47 483 10230
SINTEF Foundation (SINTEF)
Ms. Anne Steenstrup-Duch
anne.steenstrup-duch@sintef.no
+47 900 96295
Equitable South-North partnerships in sustainable energy research, innovation, and higher education
We explore strategies for equitable collaborative research between high, low- and middle-income countries towards a sustainable energy future. Panels discuss partnership models and financing for research and education, with insights from existing collaborations and future perspectives.

Speakers: Anders Hammer Strømman, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) (organizer) Nils Røkke, SINTEF (organizer) Further participants tba
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 3
United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG)
Mr. Jean-Baptiste Buffet
jb.buffet@uclg.org
+34 67 3855900
Habitat for Humanity International
Ms. Puja Sawhney
PSawhney@habitat.org
+63 916 2666275
Towards a locally efficient mechanism to respond to losses and damages
A local response must be raised for loss and damage and the multilateral level, through transboundary collaboration, needs a systemic approach and a holistic strategy, basics for a Universal Justice for Development. Territories are where all actions and policies are called to impact

Speakers: UCLG President Mayor of Chefchaouen Habitat for Humanity representatives Local and regional elected officials UNEP Technical Assistance Parties UCLG Secretary General ICLEI Secretary General Global Taskforce of Local and Regional Governments
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 4
Global Environmental Institute (GEI)
Ms. Jinglan Lin
jllin@geichina.org
+86 10 85325910
Guangzhou Institute of Energy Conversion, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Ms. Cuiping Liao
liaocp@ms.giec.ac.cn
+86 20 1366076370
Sector-based green transition from urban to rural areas, and from China to ASEAN countries
Share knowledge and experience on green transitions across various sectors, including transportation, agriculture, energy, and manufacturing, from urban to rural areas, and from China to ASEAN countries such as Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Speakers: Guangzhou Institute of Energy Conversion, Chinese Academy of Science (GIEC), Institute of Essential Services Reform, Children's Investment Fund Foundation, Sustainable Energy Development Agency, Shanxi Coshahre Innovation, Global Environmental Institute, Rice Department of Thailand
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 5
China Association for Science and Technology (CAST)
Ms. Shu Dong
suedong@aliyun.com
+86 756 1852025382
Institute of Environment and Sustainable Development in Agriculture, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Science (IESEA CAAS)
Ms. Yingchun Li
liyingchun@caas.cn
+86 10 82105985
Smart Pathway to Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
1.Science basis for climate change and its mitigation and adaptation 2.Future of clean energy in climate change adaptation 3.Clean energy transition and nature-based solutions 4.AI supervises/promotes climate change adaption 5.Potential of low-altitude flight in climate mitigation

Speakers: Wenjie Dong,Dan Tong,Rong Wang,Hui Su,Laibao Liu,Vahid Nik,Yoo-Geun Ham,Yue Qin,Yang Ou,Tong Jiang,Yin Chen,Tianjun Zhou
Introduction of the Speakers-1 [3 Mb]
Introduction of the Speakers-2 [2 Mb]
Side Event Agenda-2 [3 Mb]
Side Event Agenda-1 [3 Mb]
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 7
Bangladesh NGOs Network for Radio and Communication (BNNRC)
Mr. Golam Rabbani
golam.rabbani72@gmail.com
+880 2 1713248362
Environmental Research and Development Alternatives (ERDA)
Mr. Md. Monir Hossain Chowdhury
monir.chowdhury40@gmail.com
+88 1711 862783
UCC WHALE Center
Mr. David Randle
whalecenter@mac.com
+1 727 4794767
Mobilizing finance for Adaptation actions and Nature Based Solutions
Climate change poses significant risks to vulnerable countries. This side event will share best practices on adaptation actions and NbS, sustainable agriculture, reducing waste and consumption, capacity building, and community engagement. Adequate financing is crucial for the implementation of these actions.

Speakers: Dr. Md. Golam Rabbani, CBF (Moderator): Panel Members: Rodne Galicha, Philippines; Monir H. Chowdhury, Bangladesh; John Leo Algo, Philippines; AHM Bazlur Rahman, BNNRC; Wanun Permpibul, Thailand;
final version of the side event [13 kb]
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 8
European Union
Mr. Franck GOUERY
franck.gouery@ec.europa.eu
+32 32 3222960834
International Energy Agency (IEA)
Ms. Kristina Lopatkova
kristina.lopatkova@iea.org
+33 0 140576561
Accelerating global industrial and energy decarbonisation – a growth/economic modernisation agenda
Decarbonising the industry and energy sectors is crucial to reach net zero emissions by 2050 and is an economic/jobs opportunity. Net zero roadmaps (IPCC, IEA, etc) show benefits of scaling up renewables, energy efficiency and clean tech; and of carbon pricing policies to implement GST outcomes.

Speakers: •European Commissioner for Climate Action Hoekstra •Malaysia Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Nazmi •Brazil Secretary for Climate Change Toni •VP of World Bank Chen •CEFIC DG Mensink, moderated by •International Energy Agency Deputy Executive Director Warlick
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 9
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE)
Mr. Emomali Mirzoev
emomali.mirzoev@osce.org
+43 0 6763012789
Institute for Climate Protection, Energy and Mobility - Law, Economics and Policy e.V. (IKEM)
Mr. Michael Kalis
michael.kalis@ikem.de
+30 49 408187010
Advancing a Climate-Resilient, Green, and Just Energy Transition
The energy sector is fundamental to fighting climate change. Yet it is uniquely vulnerable to climate change, with effects across other critical sectors. This OSCE high-level event calls for global action to address the energy-climate-security nexus and advance a climate-resilient energy transition.

Speakers: Viktoriia Kyreeva, Deputy Minister, Ukraine; Zulfiya Suleimenova, Presidential Adviser, Kazakhstan; Rana Adib, CEO, REN21; Kris Sarri, Chief Climate Officer, USAID; Oliver Rentschler, DG for Climate, Germany; Stefan Uhlenbrook, WMO; Michael Rodi & Ievgeniia Kopytsia, IKEM; Brianna Lazerwitz, IAEA
OSCE Side-Event Final Agenda [2 Mb]
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 1
Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA)
Ms. Kim O'Dowd
kimodowd@eia-international.org
+44 7 368983907
Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI)
Ms. Rhiannon Murphy
rhiannon.murphy@climatebonds.net
+44 7511 183332
German NGO Forum on Environment and Development
Ms. Tabea Pottiez
pottiez@duh.de
+49 30 2400867952
The Changing Markets Foundation
Mr. Alma Castrejon-Davila
alma.castrejon-davila@changingmarkets.org
+44 44 7821306457
The methane crisis: where are we now and what do we need to accelerate mitigation?
Speakers will outline the initiatives undertaken since the adoption of the Global Methane Pledge and identify the necessary steps to achieve substantial methane reductions by 2030.

Speakers: Jack Corscadden,EIA; Yobel Novan Putra, GAIA; Dr. Ana DIaz Vazquez, Climate Bonds Initiative; Julian Schwatzkopff, Deutsche Umwelthilfe; Alma Castrejon-Davila, Changing Markets Foundation
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 2
International Council for Sustainable Energy (ICSE)
Ms. Laura Tierney
ltierney@bcse.org
+1 202 4893436
Alliance to Save Energy (ASE)
Ms. sapna dowla
sgdowla@ase.org
+1 240 5434566
Corn Refiners Association, Inc. (CRA)
Ms. Jamaica Gayle
jgayle@corn.org
+1 763 2915538
Materials to Systems: Scaling Finance for Energy Efficiency, Clean Energy & Biobased Solutions
The path to net-zero requires diverse solutions. Efficiency, new materials, H2, renewables & storage are key to decarbonizing buildings, power systems & industry. Partnerships to finance & deploy these technologies will advance the energy transition, create a circular economy & reduce GHG emissions.

Speakers: Executives and leaders from global clean energy, energy efficiency, utilities; biomaterials; agriculture and industry sectors to be announced.
Nov. 18 Panel Agenda & Speakers [94 kb]
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 3
Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
Ms. Alice Baillat
alice.baillat@idmc.ch
+33 33 687375994
Arab Office for Youth and Environment - AOYE (AOYE)
Ms. Ghada Ahmadein
ghada_ahmadein@yahoo.com
+2 1 33033687
IMPACT Initiatives
Mr. Jasper Linke
jasper.linke@impact-initiatives.org
+41 78 2336661
International Water Management Institute (IWMI)
Ms. Sandra Ruckstuhl
s.ruckstuhl@cgiar.org
+962 0 790077156
Munich Re Foundation (MRF)
Mr. Christian Barthelt
cbarthelt@munichre-foundation.org
+49 89 38914229
Refugees International
Ms. Jocelyn Perry
jperry@refugeesinternational.org
+1 202 9150271
Responding to Displacement-Related Loss and Damage through Inclusive Data, Finance and Action
Efforts to address displacement must be central to loss and damage, as displaced communities and those at risk of being displaced are often most vulnerable to climate change impacts. Panelists will share perspectives on how best to include communities in preventing and responding to loss and damage.

Speakers: Refugees International, IMPACT Initiatives, IDMC, Munich Re Foundation/UNU-EHS, IWMI, AOYE.
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 4
Stand.Earth
Ms. Tegan Hansen
tegan@stand.earth
+1 250 3543302
Australian Rainforest Conservation Society Inc. (ARCS)
Ms. Peg Putt
peg.putt@gmail.com
+61 3 418127580
China Green Carbon Foundation (CGCF)
Mr. ZHANG ZHIMING
zhangzhiming@thjj.org
+86 10 84239412
Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)
Ms. Jennifer Skene
jskene@nrdc.org
+1 850 4459552
Delivering forest action, avoiding false solutions: global pathways for climate and nature
The GST emphasized the need to halt and reverse forest loss and degradation, demanding rapid measures that must avoid false solutions like forest biomass energy. This panel showcases leadership from around the world driving equitable, transformative action and averting growing threats like biomass.

Speakers: The panel will feature government officials, community leaders, and policy experts from around the world.
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 5
University of Durham
Ms. Petra Minnerop
petra.minnerop@durham.ac.uk
+44 7775 212648
International Environmental Communication Association (IECA)
Mr. Gregg Walker
gwalker@oregonstate.edu
+1 541 7404050
Just Transition – a Fairness Discourse for Enhancing Adaptation and Improving Social Resilience
The fairness discourse in international law has a new interlocutory face—the concept of just transition. A Just transition promises better futures for all, based on ambitious mitigation, enhancing adaptation and improving social resilience amidst climate disruption and underlying vulnerabilities.

Speakers: Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah (Supreme Court, Pakistan) Ms. Sherry Rehman (Senator, Pakistan) Ms. Romina Khurshid Alam (Ministry of Climate Change, Pakistan) Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu (Minister of Energy, Uganda)
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 6
International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)
Ms. Laura Cramer
l.cramer@cgiar.org
+254 715 687380
BAIF Development Research Foundation (BAIF)
Mr. Bharat Kakade
bkkakade@baif.org.in
+91 0 9423507335
European Dairy Association (EDA)
Mr. Alberto Babolin
ababolin@euromilk.org
+32 499 374333
International Dairy Federation (IDF)
Ms. Laurence Rycken
dg@fil-idf.org
+32 0 491712497
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
Mr. Victor Mbao
vmbao@idrc.ca
+254 0 723359904
Animal health, mitigation and adaptation: Innovative financing for sustainable livestock development
Livestock production systems differ markedly between national and agroecological contexts, but tailored actions to improve animal health can significantly improve productivity, reduce emissions and enhance livestock keeper adaptation. We will show how climate finance can help achieve these wins.

Speakers: Dr. Appolinaire Djikeng, Director General, ILRI; Mr. Gilles Froment, President, IDF; Ms. Sophie Gregory, dairy farmer at Home Farm/Arla; Dr. Bharat Kakade, President, BAIF Development Research Foundation; Dr. Georgina Kemp, IDRC; Dr. William Sutton, Global Lead for CSA, World Bank
Final concept note [162 kb]
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 7
United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)
Ms. Sun young Suh
s.suh@unido.org
+43 0 0
Getting Down To Business: How SMEs can drive investments and innovation for Climate Adaptation
The event brings insights from UN initiatives leveraging the e private sector’s innovation capacity for adaptation and resilience. It will benefit from UN-wide learning and knowledge management on unlocking the role of the private sector in climate change adaptation.

Speakers: UNIDO, UNEP, Adaptation Fund, GEF, State of California Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation
Session note [1 Mb]
Speakers and panelists [938 kb]
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 1
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
Mr. Anil Mishra
a.mishra@unesco.org
+33 0 145682375
WMO/UNEP Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
Mr. Abdalah Moksssit
AMokssit@wmo.int

World Meteorological Organization (WMO)
Mr. Stefan Uhlenbrook
suhlenbrook@wmo.int
Why glaciers matter: Addressing climate impacts in the cryosphere through science-based intervention
The event addresses the challenges posed by melting glaciers and identify science-policy actions. The session will provide concrete recommendations for building adaptation pathways to countries needs and contribute to the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation 2025 and International Decade of

Speakers: Ms Lidia Brito, assistant Director General for Natural Science UNESCO (tbc) Ms Celeste Saulo, Secretary-General WMO (tbc) France (TBC) Tajikistan (TBC) Representative, IPCC (tbc) Representative (UNESCO) High level speaker (government representative -tbc)
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 2
European Nuclear Society (ENS)
Ms. Jadwiga Najder
jadwiga.najder@euronuclear.org
+32 0 489971714
American Nuclear Society (ANS)
Mr. Andrew Smith
asmith@ans.org
+1 615 4035317
Generation Atomic (Gen A)
Ms. Gayatri Karnik
gayatri@generationatomic.org
+31 6 12866052
Les Voix du Nucléaire
Mr. Segalard Paul
paul.segalard@voixdunucleaire.org
+33 0 621600952
Clean energy solutions for decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors
Hard-to-abate sectors’ reliance on fossil fuels has led to escalating carbon emissions and environmental degradation. This session will evaluate the potential of clean energy solutions, such as wind, solar or nuclear, to reduce the industry’s carbon footprint and promote climate-friendly practices

Speakers: Experts of clean energy solutions from different regions, genders and backgrounds, actively contributing to decarbonization of hard-to-abate sectors. We expect panellists from IGOs, NGOs, policy makers, civil society and industry
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 3
International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)
Ms. Elina Brutschin
brutschin@iiasa.ac.at
+43 2236 8070
German Council on Foreign Relations e.V. (DGAP)
Mr. Tim Bosch
bosch@dgap.org
+49 30 254231213
International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED)
Ms. Anne Schulthess
anne.schulthess@iied.org
+44 20 34637399
National Institute of Public Health and the Environment (RIVM)
Ms. Stephanie Solf
stephanie.solf@pbl.nl
+31 611 929056
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
Mr. Manish Shrivastava
manish.shrivastava@teri.res.in
+91 98918 84894
A Holistic Approach to Finance for Climate-Resilient and Just Development: From Evidence to Action
Addressing the urgent need for climate resilience and justice, the event presents a model-based assessment of equitable financial needs for mitigation, adaptation, and L&D. Taking a holistic approach, it explores how quantitative insights and justice-focused pathways can be translated into action.

Speakers: Justice scholars and finance experts from PBL, TERI, DGAP, and IIASA will present on finance needs for just adaptation and mitigation, with a keynote from Adelle Thomas on L&D. A diverse panel will respond from regional perspectives, including Non-Annex I and Annex I parties, SIDS, and LDCs.
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 4
World Nuclear Association (WNA)
Mr. Jonathan Cobb
jonathan.cobb@world-nuclear.org
+44 207 4511536
Forum Atomique Européen (FORATOM)
Ms. Ann Jessica Johnson
jessica.johnson@nucleareurope.eu
+32 496 127466
Japan Atomic Industrial Forum, Inc. (JAIF)
Mr. Daniel Liu
dyc-liu@jaif.or.jp
+81 3 62569395
Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI)
Ms. Carol Berrigan
clb@nei.org
+1 202 4976935
Tripling nuclear energy: how to turn commitments into action
At COP29, 25 countries and 121 companies signed commitments to a global goal to triple nuclear energy by 2050. This event will discuss nuclear’s role in decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors, the perspective of energy end users, and how to finance the new build necessary to reach that goal.

Speakers: Experts from the nuclear industry, energy end users, and governments.
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 5
Second Nature
Mr. Timothy Carter
tcarter@secondnature.org
+1 706 6142253
Ecole polytechnique (X)
Ms. Patricia Crifo
patricia.crifo@polytechnique.edu
+33 6 63656783
National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS)
Mr. Rajendra Shende
shende.rajendra@gmail.com
+91 411000 8975657235
Tecnológico de Monterrey (Tec de Monterrey)
Ms. Gladis Valeria Soto Inzunza
valeriasoto@tec.mx
+52 1 8118000197
Universite Cote d'Azur (UCA)
Ms. Saranne Comel
sara-anne.comel@univ-cotedazur.fr
+33 6 78988620
University of Edinburgh
Mr. Derek MacLeod
derek.macleod@ed.ac.uk
+44 131 6501000
Enhancing and enabling climate solutions with higher education
Higher education’s “third mission” is to apply its strengths to solve global challenges. This global panel highlights how the sector’s diverse set of strengths (including student activism, co-produced research, sector-wide network mobilization) is enhancing the speed and scale of climate solutions.

Speakers: Convened by the U7+ Alliance of World Universities, University Climate Change Coalition and Second Nature, representing institutions from the Global South and Global North, our panel showcases students, researchers and University leaders who are leading climate change and sustainability innovation
Side Event description and speakers [1 Mb]
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 6
Pesticide Action Network Asia BHD (PAN AP)
Mr. Arnold Padilla
arnold.padilla@panap.net
+63 2 6391909541
Bangladesh Resource Centre for Indigenous Knowledge (BARCIK)
Mr. Sen Sukanta
sukanta.sen@barcik.org.bd
+880 1552 389857
Sikh Human Rights Group (SHRG)
Mr. Jasdev Rai
shrg1984@gmail.com
+44 7956 212343
People-led agroecology as a climate solution
Food and agriculture are now central to global climate talks. The side event will promote agroecology as a climate solution, encourage more communities to adopt it, and compel governments to support it. It will feature documented agroecology practices from various countries.

Speakers: Community representatives from Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Philippines, and Sri Lanka, among others.
Side event concept and program [17 kb]
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 7
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Mr. Federico Brocchieri
FBrocchieri@unfccc.int
Learning from BTR reviews: Experiences from the in-country review of Guyana's first BTR
Under the banner of #Together4Transparency, this event aims to discuss the experiences from the in-country review of Guyana to inform subsequent TER rounds, share updates on the overall BTR submissions and review plans and ultimately promote awareness on the key role of the ETF as a pillar of the PA

Speakers: Donald Cooper (Director, UNFCCC Transparency Division), Sarkhan Ismayilov (COP29 Presidency), Xuehong Wang (Manager, UNFCCC Transparency Division), Nik Oudkerk (Guyana), Anna Sikharulidze (Georgia), Riccardo De Lauretis (Italy), Alma Jean (Team Lead, UNFCCC Transparency Division)
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 8
Power Shift Africa (PSA)
Mr. Colin Besaans
cbesaans@powershiftafrica.org
+44 0 7708845431
University of Technology, Sydney (UTS)
Mr. Sven Teske
sven.teske@uts.edu.au
+61 2 95144786
World Future Council (WFC)
Ms. Marlene Dente
lena.dente@worldfuturecouncil.org
+49 40 30709140
Pan-African Approaches to Achieving a Just Transition to 100% Renewable Energy in Africa
Building from the Just Transition Africa report launched at COP28, we are launching a new report with a proposal for achieving 100% renewable energy across Africa. We present a full energy systems model, investment & cost savings projections, and finance & industrial policy recommendations.

Speakers: Mohamed Adow - Director of Power Shift Africa Fatuma Mohamed - Lead Negotiator on Just Transition, Africa Group Tasneem Essop - Executive Director, Climate Action Network Sven Teske - Professor & Director Sustainable Futures Institute Youba Sokona - Former Vice Chair of IPCC
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 9
Ukraine
Mr. Lennard de Klerk
lennard@klunen.com
+36 30 3662983
NGO Centre of Environmental Initiatives "Ecoaction" (NGO "Ecoaction")
Ms. Vasylyna Belo
vb@ecoaction.org.ua
+38 93 7181645
ZOI Environment Network (ZOI)
Mr. Viktor Novikov
viktor.novikov@zoinet.org
+41 22 9178278
Measuring Climate Impacts Across the Cycle of Armed Conflicts
At this “COP of Peace” conflict emissions are largely ignored and missing from UNFCCC data in general. This event will launch a novel methodology for estimating conflict emissions and explore how this can be used by conflict affected states across the cycle of armed conflicts and within the UNFCCC.

Speakers: Viktoriia Kyreieva, Deputy Minister of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine; Laurence Tubiana, CEO of the European Climate Foundation; Lennard de Klerk, Initiative on GHG Accounting of War; Ben Neimark, Queen Mary University; Ellie Kinney, CEOBS
Flyer [1 Mb]
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 1
TERI School of Advanced Studies (TERI SAS)
Ms. Shailly Kedia
shailly.kedia@teri.res.in
+91 11 24682100
Asia Society
Ms. Betty Wang
bywang@asiasociety.org
+1 646 7052890
Bangladesh Environmental Lawyers Association (BELA)
Mr. Golam Rabbani
rabbani.golam@brac.net
+880 2 1713248362
German Advisory Council on Global Change (WBGU)
Mr. Benno Pilardeaux
event@wbgu.de
+49 10117 4930263948
Governance for strengthening SDG-climate synergies
Over time, insulation has set in governance processes involving sustainable development goals and climate change. This session will seek to cover examples of multilateral processes, climate-related water emergencies, finance which require adaptive and effective governance at all levels.

Speakers: TERI, WBGU, GDI, BELA, Asia Society
Agenda [242 kb]
Concept Note [267 kb]
Speaker Bionotes [197 kb]
Presentation_TERI [626 kb]
Presentation by ASPI [657 kb]
Presentation by ASPI [657 kb]
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 2
International Center for Living Aquatic Resources Management (WorldFish)
Ms. Michelle Tigchelaar
m.tigchelaar@cgiar.org
+60 14 3513925
African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS)
Ms. Meali Mohamed
mealimohamed044@gmail.com
+254 20 2547963742
Environmental Defense Fund (EDF)
Mr. Christopher Dekki
cdekki@edf.org
+1 347 2494813
European Bureau for Conservation and Development (EBCD)
Mr. Ilias Grampas
ebcd.info@ebcd.org
+32 2 2303070
Aquatic foods for climate action: Showcasing solutions to increase ambition
Evidence is building on the importance of aquatic foods for climate mitigation and adaptation. This event will feature high-level speakers from national governments and regional organizations to showcase aquatic food climate solutions and spur further action and investment into this critical area.

Speakers: Speakers: Ismahane Elouafi (CGIAR), Kristin Kleisner (EDF), Su McCluskey (Australia), Diogenes Lemainski (Brazil), Sok Silo (Cambodia), Joel Onyango (ACTS), Pio Manoa (FFA), Ephraim Shitima (Zambia), Valerie Hickey (WorldBank), Georgina Kemp (IDRC), Manuel Barange (FAO)
Guidelines for integrating aquatic foods into NDCs [1 Mb]
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 4
Feasta Ltd (Feasta)
Ms. Barbara McCarthy
barbaramccarthyphotos@gmail.com
+353 89 2195385
European Youth Forum (YFJ)
Ms. Assia Oulkadi
assia.oulkadi@youthforum.org
+32 4 95492588
Cap and Share' & North and South climate strategies to help each other
Panel discussing systems highlighting Cap and Share and how it can bring about justice and sustainability in climate policies with Feasta, The European Youth Forum, Equal Right, Oxfam and EESC.

Speakers: Barbara McCarthy, Peter Schmidt, Diandra Ni Bhuachalla, Caillum Hedderman, Patrick Brown, Zainab Bie, Amitabh Behar, Mohammed Chahim.
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 6
India Water Foundation
Mr. Arvind Kumar
drarvind@indiawaterfoundation.org
+91 11 26349533
Earth Savers Movement (ESM)
Ms. Dewy Sacayan
dewy.sacayan@yahoo.co.nz
+63 9 620550708
Gorakhpur Environmental Action Group (GEAG)
Mr. Shiraz Akhtar Wajih
geag@geagindia.org
+91 551 9415211006
Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF)
Mr. Solomon Adefolu
solomon.adefolu@ncfnigeria.org
+234 703 307761
Start-Up Nation Central (SNC)
Mr. Gary Soleiman
garys@sncentral.org
+972 50 9102564
Stop Ecocide Foundation
Ms. Francoise Monkhouse
francoise@stopecocide.earth
+44 77 98872200
WOMENVAI (WOMENVAI)
Ms. Lidia Zakowska
lidia.zakowska@pk.edu.pl
+48 601 821328
High level policy dialogue on “Water Transversality for Climate Adaptation and Resilience via Multi-
Rapid urbanization, climate change, increased demand for food and energy are threats exerting pressure on global water resources. Water should be addressed with cross-cutting Transversality approach which is integrated and inclusive to enhance adaptation, build resilience and sustain partnerships.

Speakers: Mr. C R Patil (Minister) Dr. Arvind Kumar Dr. Satya Tripathi Ms. Susan Gardner Dr. Eddy Moors Mr. Loic Fauchon Ms. Hitomi Rankine MS. Shweta Tyagi
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 7
Climate Change Center (CCC)
Ms. Jiwon Choi
jiwon@climatechangecenter.kr
+82 2 7664354
Climate Leadership Coalition (CLC)
Ms. Tuuli Kaskinen
tuuli.kaskinen@clc.fi
+358 50 5149752
Future Cleantech Architects (FCA)
Ms. Leonie Brand
leonie.brand@fcarchitects.org
+49 176 96323205
Leveraging Public-Private Synergies to Accelerate the Global Energy Transition
Discussing success factors of global cooperation for impactful PPP in the energy transition(S.Korea, Finland, and others). Using specific sector examples, global stakeholders examine the importance of implementing industry standards in mitigation, technology transfer & expanding carbon market.

Speakers: F: Young Sook Yoo,Former Korea Environment Minister/Tuuli Kaskinen,Climate Leadership Coalition/Magnolia Tovar,Future Cleantech Architects M: Kai Mykkänen,Minister of Climate&Environment Finland/Janne Peljo,Confederation of Finnish Industries/Boonam Shin,Korea Energy Agency/Simon Benmarraze,IRENA
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 8
The Conflict and Environment Observatory (CEOBS)
Ms. Ellie Kinney
ellie@ceobs.org
+44 7588 486437
NGO Ukrainian Ecological Club "Green Wave" (Green Wave)
Mr. Mykola Shlapak
m.shlapak.ua@gmail.com
+38 66 9529735
Slovenia
Ms. Tina Andoljšek
tina.andoljsek@mors.si
+386 1 2305342
Transparent military emissions reporting and the path to military decarbonisation
Estimates suggest that militaries are responsible for 5.5% of global emissions but the sector is largely overlooked within COP. Speakers will highlight progress in this area, explore challenges of military decarbonisation and present a way forward for dealing with military emissions under the UNFCCC

Speakers: Linsey Cottrell- Conflict and Environment Observatory, Colonel Robert Šipec- Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Slovenia, Simen Kirkhorn- Norwegian Defence Research Establishment, Gabriela Manea- DCAF - Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance, Thea Uhlich- Climate Change Performance Index
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 1
AFRIQUE ESPERANCE (ONG AE)
Mr. Oyeoussi Charles Balogoun
oyeoussicharles@gmail.com
+229 99327 2399749610
Association Femmes Bladi pour le Développement et le Tourisme (FBDT)
Mr. Mohammed Drafat
femmesbladidt@yahoo.fr
+504 212 660433664
Climate, Health and Peace
Climate, Health Peace and Security in Stabilization Contexts in the Sahel - Opportunities and Ways Forward

Speakers: 1. Abdulhamid Tahir Hamid CEO (GECCI) 2. Dr. Paul Elvis Tangem Coordinator for the Great Green Wall Initiative (GGWSSI) 3. Uche Okpara Greewhich University 4.Margaret Bondziedu Impraim, Assistant Global Coordinator, Youth Climate Councils Global Alliance Ghana 5- Oyeoussi Charl
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 2
Welthungerhilfe (WHH)
Mr. Michael Kühn
michael.kuehn@welthungerhilfe.de
+49 175 9950228
Action Against Hunger (ACF)
Mr. Marie Cosquer
mcosquer@actioncontrelafaim.org
+0 0 337812884
Food of Tomorrow Institute
Mr. Juliana Tangari
info@comidadoamanha.org
+55 21 998195941
Instituto Regenera
Mr. Fabrício Muriana
fabricio@institutoregenera.org.br
+55 11 976056457
Locally-led climate adaptation through revival of forgotten foods
Traditional foods are the powerhouse of nutrition and form a strong case to address multiple challenges: climate change, water stress, erratic rainfall, soil degradation, use of pesticides and micronutrient deficiencies. These hardy crops need public and private investment and support for revival

Speakers: 1.Dr Sabyasachi Das, Nat. Coal. for Natural Farming, India; 2. Arbind Padhee, Secretary Agriculture, India; 3.Dr Khadar Valli, Millet Man, India; 4.V. Reddy Vuyyala, Millet Bank; 5.Alvin Muniyasia, ACF Kenya; 6.Mauricio Alcantara: Instituto Regenera; TBC: Instit. Comida Amanha, Brasil
Concept note [712 kb]
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 3
Fundación Ambiente y Recursos Naturales (FARN)
Ms. Camila Mercure
cmercure@farn.org.ar
+54 11 24045262
Both ENDS Foundation (BE)
Mr. Fernando Hernandez Espino
f.hernandez@bothends.org
+31 6 44207373
Exploring multilateral approaches to just energy transition and industrialisation in Global South
The event seeks to explore the implications and conditions for a just energy transition and industrialisation in the Global South, focusing on human rights, governance, technology and finance. It will discuss multilateral efforts and trade policies to drive a fair transformation in the energy sector

Speakers: The side event will feature panellists from different regions: Latin America (FARN, INESC and Latindadd), Africa (SEATINI), and Europe (Both Ends).
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 4
Kuwait Environment Protection Society (KEPS)
Ms. Wijdan AlOqab
keps74@gmail.com
+965 99 541223
Human Environmental Association for Development (HEAD)
Ms. Marie Therese Merhej
mtseif4@gmail.com
+961 3 814370
International Day; Preventing Use of Environment in Wars & Military Conflicts, November 6
Raising awareness of the international day, focusing on the impact of wars on the environment and on obstructing the achievement of all sustainable development goals

Speakers: speakers from the region, to highlight the severe issues; effect on Health, water & food security, pollution, deforestation and desertification, ect..
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 5
Global Climate and Health Alliance, a project of the Social Good Fund (GCHA)
Ms. Jessica Beagley
jess.beagley@climateandhealthalliance.org
+44 7530 854613
Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE)
Mr. Robert Barnes
robb@cape.ca
+1 613 2765753
International Society of Doctors for the Environment (ISDE)
Ms. Courtney Howard
doctorswithinborderscanada@gmail.com
+1 867 4467776
Stamp Out Poverty
Mr. David Hillman
dhillman@stampoutpoverty.org
+44 7951 725878
Taxing Fossil Fuels to Pay for Public Goods: A Solution for People and Planet
Fossil fuel dependence is the leading cause of climate change and its associated health and social costs. Meanwhile, funds levied from a climate damages tax, or fossil fuel subsidy reform, could be invested in national action, or the loss and damage fund, improving health, lives and wellbeing.

Speakers: We The People, Stamp Out Poverty, Power Shift Africa, Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment, Global Climate and Health Alliance, International Institute for Sustainable Development
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 6
ProVeg e.V.
Ms. Juliette Tronchon
juliette.tronchon@proveg.org
+49 172 8180761
Brighter Green, Inc.
Ms. Mia MacDonald
macdonald@brightergreen.org
+1 917 6268702
Compassion in World Farming International (CIWF)
Ms. Eirini Pitsilidi
eirini.pitsilidi@ciwf.org
+44 7393 925783
Consumers International (CI)
Mr. Charlie Worthington
cworthington@consint.org
+44 7 853344076
World Animal Protection (WAP)
Ms. Maria Angela Flores
AngelFlores@worldanimalprotection.org
+63 917 8754322
From Field to Plate: Aligning food systems with climate and biodiversity goals
Global food systems transformation is crucial to meet climate, nature and biodiversity goals. Holistic and inclusive policies, addressing animal production and consumption, hold the key to reduce sectoral emissions while boosting food security, human health, and climate resilience and justice.

Speakers: All TBC: David Laborde, FAO; Lasse Bruun, UN Foundation; Stephanie Maw, ProVeg International; Peter Andrews, Consumers International; Andrea Perez Valdez, Compassion in World Farming; Mia MacDonald, Brighter Green; Angel Flores, World Animal Protection
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 7
Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE)
Ms. Fatouma Hanini
Fatouma.hanini@rcreee.org
+2 0 1065439729
Renewable Energy Policy Network (REN21)
Ms. Mariela Lopez Hidalgo
mariela.lopez-hidalgo@ren21.net
+33 7 67283701
Renewables Grid Initiative e.V. (RGI)
Ms. Antonella Battaglini
antonella@renewables-grid.eu
+49 170 5849229
Ensuring NDC Success: Connecting Global Renewable Energy Target with Regional and National Ambitions
This session will connect global renewable energy targets with NDCs and explore regional collaboration and multistakeholder approaches to address policy, financing, and grid integration challenges to drive the energy transition.

Speakers: Margalita Arabidze, Government of Georgia (online); Sara Hernandez, NDC Partnership; Goksen Sahin, ICLEI Europe; Ahmed Al Jameel, Imperial College London; Gloria Alvarenga, OLADE; Nadia Chioukh, RCREEE, Antonella Battaglini, RGI; Hajar Khamlichi PIE.
 
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 8
The University of Arizona
Ms. Aminata Kilungo
paminata@email.arizona.edu
+1 520 4491832
Women Environmental Programme (WEP)
Ms. Priscilla Achakpa
info@wepnigeria.net
+234 811 7295065
Sub-Saharan Africa's Readiness to Address the Impact of Climate Change and Health
Bridging Research and Policy: Climate Change, Gender Equality and Health in Sub-Saharan Africa Description: We will explore research gaps, policy needs, health impacts of climate change, and gender equality, presenting evidence, solutions, and the role of youth in gender-just sustainable development. Additionally, we will assess how disasters, conflicts, and crises affect health systems.

Speakers: Aminata Kilungo, University of Arizona, U.S.; Abiodun Oluyomi, Baylor College of Medicine, U.S.; Charles Kabiswa, Regenerate Africa, Uganda; and Women Environmental Program (WEP), Nigeria.
Addressing Climate Change, Gender Equality and Health in Sub-Saharan Africa [14 kb]
Monday,
18 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 9
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Mr. Keiichi Igarashi
KIgarashi@unfccc.int
Boosting Forests: Empowering Parties to raise climate ambition with REDD+
Look at how NDCs can be informed by a decade of REDD+ reporting and review on forest reference levels, safeguards and REDD+ strategies, and their significant role in building capacity for REDD+ reporting and contributing to higher ambition.

Speakers: Amy Duchelle (FAO), Luis Panichelli (REDD+ experts), María José Sanz Sánchez (REDD+ experts), Maggie Charnley (UK), Nikolaus Oudkerk (Guyana), Nur Masripatin (Indonesia), Thomas Yaw Gyambrah (Ghana)
Concept Note [121 kb]
Presentation [1 Mb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 1
Zoological Society of London (ZSL)
Ms. Bethan Laughlin
bethan.laughlin@zsl.org
+44 44 7463018822
Griffith University (Griffith)
Mr. Brendan Mackey
b.mackey@griffith.edu.au
+61 408 263622
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
Ms. Melanie Coath
melanie.coath@rspb.org.uk
+44 7702 237338
Making nature and climate synergies a reality across the Rio Conventions
With perspectives from across the Rio Conventions, this event will highlight opportunities and innovative pathways for embedding climate and biodiversity synergies across UNFCCC negotiations and implementation actions, showcasing the vital role of aligning climate and biodiversity goals.

Speakers: Bringing together climate and biodiversity synergies expertise from across policy, academia and civil society:Tristan Tyrrell - CBD Secretariat. Carlos Rittl – WCS. Virginia Young - Griffith University. Bethan Laughlin - ZSL. Melanie Coath - RSPB. Calder Tsuyuki-Tomlinson - United Nations University
Making nature and climate synergies a reality across the Rio Conventions [1 Mb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 2
University of Zurich (UZH)
Ms. Maria Eitel
eitel@perspectives.cc
+49 176 76498199
Global Public Policy Institute (GPPi)
Ms. Maria Jose Rodezno Ayestas
m.j.rodezno@climatefocus.com
+49 160 97553060
Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich)
Mr. Tobias Schmidt
tobiasschmidt@ethz.ch
+41 44 6320486
Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW)
Ms. Paula Castro
paula.castro@zhaw.ch
+41 0 767202166
Towards the implementation of Article 6.4 activities
The SBM has been moving ahead with the operationalisation of the PACM. While the mechanism's regulatory framework is progressing rapidly, key stakeholders for implementing activities are hesitating to act. This event aims to bring together stakeholders to discuss Article 6.4 mechanism participation.

Speakers: Thomas Forth, (BMWK), Stephan Hoch (PCR), Anna Kovacs (Climate Focus), Paula Castro Pareja, Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW), Juliana Kessler (PCR), Alick Muvundika (SBM member), Karolien Casaer-Diez (South Pole), Molly Brown (BURN), Daniel Tutu Benefoh (EPA, Ghana)
COP29 SE Art. 6.4 pipeline_final agenda [115 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 3
Plant Technology Alliance (PTA)
Mr. Zhengyi Tian
joey.tien@pta.eco
+86 18 884562092
Green Zhejiang (GZJ)
Ms. Qintian Yao
yaoqintian@gmail.com
+86 571 28120050
Guangzhou County Yuexiu District Climate and Environmental Protection Center (CYCAN)
Ms. Silu zhang
silu.zhang@cycan.org.cn
+86 0 1501755603
Sudanese Environment Conservation Society (SECS)
Ms. Eilaf Bashir
eilafbashir96@gmail.com
+20 20 1068510657
Youth-Driven Innovation: Tackling Climate Challenges Head-On
The event aims to unite leaders of global youth organizations to discuss addressing climate issues via various means, including technological innovation, social impact initiatives, and business model transformation, fostering international cooperation and network-building among young climate doers.

Speakers: Dency Cheng-pta Co-founder, Silu Zhang-CYCAN Executive Secretary-General, Qintian Yao-GZJ Deputy Secretary General, Eilaf Bashir-SECS Project Coordinator, Fahad Haider-Eminate Founder, Yubo Zhai-NaaS Sustainability GM, Shadi Waldo & Alwiua Serelkhatim-ARCH Officers
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 4
Youth4Nature (Y4N)
Ms. Raysa França
raysa@youth4nature.org
+358 45 2520888
International Forestry Students' Association (IFSA)
Mr. Bashir Isiya Ahmad
Bashir.isiya@ifsa.net
+23 80 83137778
Empowering Youth for Authentic Nature-Based Solutions: Safeguarding Ecosystems and Rights
Nature-based solutions (NbS) have gained policy traction but face risks of greenwashing. In this session, we’ll hear directly from youth on the frontlines of building a more sustainable future with NbS. We'll share the results of global consultations and show NbS best practices.

Speakers: - International Forestry Students' Association: IFSA - Global Youth Biodiversity Network (GYBN) - Youth4Nature, from the INUKA project (restoration project in Kenya by youth, to youth) - YOUNGO (youth coalition) - Nature4Climate coalition - Loss & Damage Youth coalition
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 5
SDSN Association, Inc. (SDSN)
Ms. Amber Webb
amber.webb@unsdsn.org
+1 202 3784340
Conseil des Communes et Régions d'Europe (CCRE / CEMR)
Ms. Eva Baños de Guisasola
Eva.banosdeguisasola@ccre-cemr.org
+32 495 364011
Instituto Global Attitude (IGA)
Mr. Rodrigo Reis
rodrigo.reis@globalattitude.org.br
+55 11 943539571
Combat climate change across generations: reinforce global to local policy action for education
The translation of global goals to effective local action is yet to be seen in many education systems in the world. Education for Sustainable Development remains underdeveloped. This training aims to explore ESD policy implementation at the local level with decentralised cooperation case studies.

Speakers: Amber Webb, SDSN; Rajendra Shende, Green TERRE Foundation; Marianne Overton, CEMR; Clifford Galea, CEMR-PLATFORMA; Prithi Nambiar, CEE; Pramod Kumar Sharma, FEE; Quinn Runkle, SOS-UK; Carl Wright, CEMR
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 6
Global Peace Initiative of Women (GPIW)
Ms. Marianne Marstrand
marstrandm@gpiw.org
+1 917 4129587
Dharma Drum Mountain Buddhist Association (DDMBA)
Ms. Tan Yee Wong
cjis@ddmba.org
+1 914 3309842
Reevaluation Foundation
Ms. Janet Kabue
sal@rc.org
+1 206 2062840311
Foster Regenerative Cultures through Transformative Education for Children and Youth
Engaging children and youth in new curriculums to foster sustainable ways of life. Integrating whole systems design in transformative education for regenerative societies through building community, mindful consumption, conscious food systems, use of resources, & connecting spiritually with nature.

Speakers: Mihir Mathur, DESTA, India Kavita Dhamale, SAL (Sustaining All Life) Iman Awadh, SAL (Sustaining All Life) Chang Ji Fa Shih, DDMBA, Canada
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 7
Cool Earth
Ms. Hannah Peck
hannah.peck@coolearth.org
+44 7903 135536
Confederación de Nacionalidades Amazónicas del Perú (CONAP)
Mr. Oseas Barbarán Sanchez
comunicaciones.conapperu@gmail.com
+51 0 943941702
Delivering no-strings funding to the frontline of the crisis isn’t just a nice idea, it’s a reality.
Join us to hear about how innovative organisations are delivering unconditional funding to contribute to the autonomy and resilience of people at the frontline of the climate crisis, the key to a sustainable and just world.

Speakers: Ketty Marcelo (ONAMIAP); Isabelle Pelly (Give Directly); Patrick Brown (Equal Right); Martin Simonneau (Cool Earth); Oseas Barbarán Sanchez (CONAP)
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 8
YES-Europe (Young leaders in Energy and Sustainability)
Ms. Inez Brogowska
inez.brogowska@yeseurope.org
+48 0 790707642
Janvikas
Mr. Mahesh Pandya
paryavaranmitra@yahoo.com
+91 79 48950365
Polytechnic of Turin
Ms. Patrizia Lombardi
sostenibilita@polito.it
+39 11 903228
Youth-Driven Sustainable Cities: Advancing Just Transformations of Urban Systems
The interactive workshop spotlights and promotes youth-led sustainable urban solutions.It provides a platform for young leaders and university ecosystems from developed and developing countries to share best practices and strategies to empower youth in fostering resilient development in their region

Speakers: Italian special envoy for climate change, as well as representatives of YES-Europe, EYEN, Politecnico di Torino, ParyavaranMitra, Youth4Climate, GAYO, EESC, UNDP, VIKALP, ICLEI and Observatory of Latin America Geopolitics of Energy.
Invitation and speakers [1 Mb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 9
West African Science service centre on Climate change and Adapted Land use (WASCAL)
Mr. Kwame Hackman
hackman.k@wascal.org
+226 66 829375
AbibiNsroma Foundation (ANF)
Mr. Robert Amiteye
abibinsromafoundation@gmail.com
+233 50 6766466
ClimateWorks Foundation
Mr. Casey Cronin
casey.cronin@climateworks.org
+1 415 4330500
Regional Action on the First Global Stocktake: Contributions of iGST’s Civil Society in West Africa
The iGST West Africa regional hub is working with its members toward mainstreaming the first GST decision into their local actions while contributing to national and regional follow-up activities such as the revision of the NDCs. In this side event, the Hub aims to showcase its work so far.

Speakers: Dr. Kwame Hackman, Prof. Kehinde Ogunjobi, Josefina Cobian, Ramata Ouedraogo, Severin Ekpe
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 1
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM)
Ms. Eleanor Darbey
ellie.darbey@lshtm.ac.uk
+44 7527 875889
Fundación Barranquilla+20
Ms. Xiomara Acevedo
barranquillamas20@gmail.com
+57 5 3225167938
Green Hope Foundation (GHF)
Ms. Kehkashan Basu
kehkashanbasu@greenhopefoundation.com
+1 647 3348410
HACEY's Health Initiative (HACEY)
Mr. Isaiah Owolabi
isaiahowolabi@hacey.org
+234 803 696277
Equitable climate solutions that protect health and build resilience for women, children and youth
This event will showcase innovative adaptation & mitigation solutions for maternal, newborn & child health that build climate resilience & economic inclusion. Speakers will demonstrate how equitable, co-designed solutions can protect vulnerable communities & facilitate a gender-just transition.

Speakers: Speakers from MRC Unit The Gambia, MARCH Centre & Centre on Climate Change & Planetary Health, LSHTM; Children, Cities & Climate Action Lab; Zero Carbon Africa project, HACEY; Barranquilla+20 Foundation; Green Hope Foundation; Permanent Mission of Mexico to the International Organizations in Geneva
Equitable climate solutions that protect health and build resilience for women, children and youth [181 kb]
COP29 Side Event - Equitable climate solutions that protect health and build resilience for women, children and youth - Concept Note [166 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 2
Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN)
Ms. Wyolah Garden
wyolah@wecaninternational.org
+1 415 7222083
California College of the Arts (CCA)
Ms. Wyolah Garden
wyolah@wecaninternational.org
+1 415 7222083
Ithaca College
Ms. Wyolah Garden
wyolah@wecaninternational.org
+1 415 7222083
The Gaia Foundation
Ms. Wyolah Garden
wyolah@wecaninternational.org
+1 415 7222083
Women for Climate Justice Leading Solutions on the Frontlines of the Climate Crisis
Grassroots, Indigenous and frontline women, and global advocates will present climate justice strategies and solutions, including forest and biodiversity protection and restoration, Indigenous rights, agroecology, fossil fuel phase-out and divestment, and protection of women land defenders.

Speakers: Speakers include: Casey Camp-Horinek (Ponca/USA); Taily Terena (Terena Nation/Brazil); Zukiswa White (South Africa); Eriel Deranger (Athabasca Chipewyan/ Canada); Osprey Orielle Lake (USA); and other international women leaders to be announced
COP29 Women's Earth and Climate Action Network Events and Actions [767 kb]
WECAN Policy Analysis - The Need for Real Zero not Net Zero [1 Mb]
WECAN Policy Analysis - Climate Finance [837 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 3
Colorado College
Ms. Sarah Hautzinger
shautzinger@coloradocollege.edu
+1 719 2372496
Instituto Andino de Montaña (IDM)
Ms. Julia Klein
jklein.csu@gmail.com
+1 970 2141358
Monash University
Ms. Susie Ho
susie.ho@monash.edu
+61 402 353470
Moravian University
Ms. Diane Husic
husicd@moravian.edu
+1 570 8077271
University of Connecticut (UConn)
Mr. Mark Urban
mark.urban@uconn.edu
+1 860 9422560
Youth Capacity-Building at COP29: Mobilizing Intergenerational Partnerships through Higher Education
A side event at COP29 featuring programming specifically designed to shape youth leadership. Students, faculty and civil-sector partners share their preparation and direct participation in climate negotiations, organizing grassroots movements, and holding leaders accountable for their commitments.

Speakers: Moderators: Sarah Hautzinger (CC), Diana Husic (St.LU), Tanvi Oza (ClimWks);Panelists:Basmallah Rawash, British U;Havalin Haskell & Jamie Harvie, Colorado C;Naiiya Patel & Dylan Steer, U Conn;Kaavi Pathmasiri, Monash U;Emma Daily, PhD cand, Boston U;Corey Husic, Cal Tech fellow;Pam Templer, Boston
Youth.Intergeneration SErm3 19-Nov [311 kb]
Speaker List [19 kb]
Slides.Youth.Intergeneration.Nov19.2024 [2 Mb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 4
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
Mr. Peter Oksen
peter.oksen@wipo.int
+41 79 438670
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Mr. Vincent Martin
Vincent.Martin@fao.org

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
Mr. Mario Castro Grande
mario.castrogrande@itu.int
+41 79 5991416
United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Ms. Claudia Contreras
claudia.contreras@un.org
+41 79 3290147
United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)
Ms. Daria Shumilova
D.SHUMILOVA@unido.org
Implementing change. Identifying energy innovation and technology for climate change
UN orgs. are involved in identifying and promoting innovation and technology as part of the solutions to combating climate change. The energy sector is particularly critical. The event will launch the 3rd ed. of the WIPO Green Technology Book on energy technologies, with insights from UN partners.

Speakers: WIPO: Edward Kwakwa, ADG, Global Challenges and Partnerships Sector CTCN: (tbd) FAO: Vincent Martin, Director, Office of Innovation ITU: tbd UNCTAD: Claudia Contreras, Trade, Environment & Sustainable Development Branch. UNIDO: tbd ASRT: Gina El-Feky, Acting President
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 5
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Ms. María José Baptista
mariajose.baptista@un.org
Harnessing Critical Energy Transition Minerals for Sustainable Development
The UN Secretary-General’s Panel on Critical Energy Transition Minerals released a report last September with a set of Global Guiding Principles and actionable recommendations. This event will share insights from the report, showcasing UN efforts to advance the principles and recommendations and discuss follow-up needed for their implementation.
Agenda [133 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 6
Transparency International (TI)
Mr. Brice Böhmer
bboehmer@transparency.org
+49 178 1465134
Associação Ambiental YCL - Youth Climate Leaders (YCL)
Mr. Andre de Castro dos Santos
portugal@youthclimateleaders.org
+351 910 705768
Indalo Inclusive South Africa NPC
Ms. Shamiela Reid
shamiela@indaloinclusive.org.za
+27 12 8440135
Legal Response Initiative (LRI)
Ms. Monserrat Madariaga
mmadariaga@legalresponse.org
+44 0 7707937372
National University of Singapore (NUS)
Ms. Dini Sandys
dini@nus.edu.sg
+65 9630 8385
United Kingdom Youth Climate Coalition Limited (UKYCC)
Mr. Nikhil Scott
nikhil.scott@ukycc.org
+44 0 7444463589
Equitable climate action: Laws, policies and finance for an inclusive and accountable transition
How can we ensure accountability in climate policy design, law-making and financing? This event brings together diverse stakeholders to explore the role of collaborative strategies, adequate law design, transparency and accountability mechanisms as key elements for an inclusive and just transition.

Speakers: Ana Toni, Secretary for Climate Change, Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of Brazil (TBC) Widoyoko Danang, TI Indonesia Svetlana Chigozie, UKYCC Rest Kanju, Indalo Inclusive Benjamin Cashore, Institute for Environment and Sustainability, NUS Monserrat Madariaga Gomez de Cuenca, LRI
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 7
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Ms. Kaori Saito
KSaito@unfccc.int
TEC-FAO HL Dialogue Moving forward NDC acceleration in agrifood systems: Climate Technology Uptake
Ministerial dialogue with local and regional leaders, financial institutions, and non-Party stakeholders on the need to support the NDC implementation through climate technology development and transfer in the context of climate action and agrifood systems.

Speakers: Ministers, local and regional leaders, financial institutions, and non-government stakeholders
Flyer [157 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 1
Jeunes Volontaires pour l'Environnement (JVE)
Mr. Sena ALOUKA
yvetogo@gmail.com
+228 90 216740
Friendship
Mr. Kazi Amdadul Hoque
kaziamdadul@friendship.ngo
+88 2 8417733
International Climate Change Development Initiative (ICCDI Africa)
Mr. Olumide Idowu
olumideidowuonline@gmail.com
+234 81 33451818
Mediators Beyond Borders International (MBBI)
Mr. Gregg Walker
commwalk@gmail.com
+1 541 7404050
Enhancing Youth's Involvement in local Adaptions policies in Africa
For 20 years, JVE has been supporting groups in 28 countries on the continent to develop nationally-rooted activities that support communities and build capacities of the youth in green jobs, climate activism and sustainable lifestyles. Based on ACE principles, successful practices will be shared

Speakers: Luttah Aluora, JVE Djibril Niang, Senegal Aissatou Diouf, ENDA
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 2
Center for Participatory Research and Development (CPRD)
Ms. Rushati Das
rushati@cansouthasia.net
+91 98744 58868
Evangelical Fellowship of India Commission on Relief (EFICOR)
Mr. Ramesh Babu
rameshbabu@eficor.org
+91 99103 98601
Shariatpur Development Society (SDS)
Ms. Rabeya Begum
rabeyabegum224@gmail.com
+88 175444 6907
Finance Bill of Loss and Damage in South Asia
Climate Impacts are impacting vulnerable livelihoods beyond recovery and the Loss and Damage costs are increas8ing day by day. The Side event will make case of the economic and social costs of these impacts to the South Asian society.

Speakers: - CANSA - Youth Representative - SDS - EFICOR
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 3
Amnesty International (AI)
Ms. Marta Schaaf
marta.schaaf@amnesty.org
+1 917 4023583
European Disability Forum (EDF)
Ms. Giulia Traversi
giulia.traversi@edf-feph.org
+39 333 1586412
Heinrich Böll Foundation (HBF)
Ms. Kristin Funke
kristin.funke@boell.de
+49 30 28534310
Human Rights Watch, Inc. (HRW)
Ms. Myrto Tilianaki
tilianm@hrw.org
+1 1 6466273545
Human Rights are central to climate action
Protection of the full spectrum of human rights is essential to ensuring climate action is effective and promotes the well-being of those most harmed. This event will spark conversation by highlighting the value of a human rights framework for action, ranging from participation to accountability.

Speakers: Speakers will represent the geographic and other diversity of COP participants, and a range of topics and actors, likely including NGOs, journalists, and scientists. They will describe how key human rights principles - such as participation and transparency - underlie effective action.
slides [459 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 4
Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE)
Ms. Laura Tierney
ltierney@bcse.org
+1 202 4893436
Georgetown University
Ms. Joanna Lewis
Joanna.Lewis@georgetown.edu
+1 202 6877284
The Climate Registry (TCR)
Ms. Lauren Cleary
lcleary@theclimateregistry.org
+1 213 3479372
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
Ms. Elizabeth Beardsley
ebeardsley@usgbc.org
+1 571 9707916
Showcasing Subnational & Private Sector Solutions to Achieve Equity, Efficiency & Clean Energy Goals
Public & private sector leaders are delivering scalable & equitable solutions to decarbonize buildings, energy, industry, transport that also realize resilience and health benefits. Strategies include meaningful community engagement, innovative climate finance, smart policy & nature-based solutions.

Speakers: State and local government officials; experts, stakeholders and executives from clean energy, buildings, finance and transport sectors to be announced.
Nov. 19 Panel Agenda and Speakers [159 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 5
Saving Our Planet (SOP)
Ms. Zuzanna Borowska
zuzanna@open-dialogues.org
+48 6 67003395
European Young Engineers (EYE)
Mr. Saikat Das
saikat.das@eyengineers.eu
+44 0 7436962955
ONG Change Human's Life (CHL)
Mr. Hermann KOUAME
changehumanslife@yahoo.fr
+225 225 757765596
Support Humanity Cameroon (SUHUCAM)
Mr. Sunday Geofrey Mbafoambe
sundayg@suhucam.org
+237 0 674418466
Youth Love Egypt Foundation (YlE foundation)
Mr. Ahmed Fathy
ylefoundation2@gmail.com
+2 2 2010033588
Open Dialogues on COP29 priorities: Can dialogue still solve climate change?
1. Summarizing the 2024 edition of the Open Dialogues on Climate Change project; 2. Panel discussion with partners on dialogue approaches to COP29 priorities and interactions between them; 3. Interactive activities with the audience, demonstrating open dialogue principles.

Speakers: National Open Dialogues organizers to present their events; Open Dialogues International Foundation representatives to focus on global policy recommendations; Partner NGOs to stimulate a discussion on relevant UNFCCC issues (Just Transition, finance, NDCs); participatory involvement of the audience.
Open Dialogues COP29 Flyer [373 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 6
350.org (350.org)
Mr. Nicolas Haeringer
nicolas@350.org
+33 6 50861259
Center for Biological Diversity (CBD)
Ms. Anchun Jean Su
jsu@biologicaldiversity.org
+1 202 8498399
Greenpeace International (GREENPEACE)
Ms. Ylenia Bursich
ylenia.bursich@greenpeace.org
+31 6 46197332
Human Rights Foundation of Aotearoa New Zealand (HRF)
Mr. David Tong
david@humanrights.co.nz
+64 21 2506375
Oil Change International (OCI)
Ms. Bronwen Tucker
bronwen@priceofoil.org
+840 20003 5879267601
What we need from the NCQG to unlock NDCs that phase out fossil fuels and build renewables for all?
Climate justice demands a holistic perspective: a fair, rapid and equitable phaseout must be underpinned by robust financial support - and massive financial flows to the most affected and vulnerable countries. The just transition cannot happen if it is not adequately resourced.

Speakers: Namra Chowdhary, Kathy Jetn̄il-Kijiner, Laurie van der Burg, Bill Hare, Yeb Sano, Joseph Sikulu
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 7
University of Texas at Austin
Ms. Katherine Romanak
katherine.romanak@beg.utexas.edu
+1 512 5125653762
Bellona Foundation
Mr. Olav Øye
olav@bellona.no
+47 0 46281210
Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA)
Ms. Judith Shapiro
judith.shapiro@ccsassociation.org
+44 0 2030318750
The International CCS Knowledge Centre
Ms. Catherine Beth Hardy
bvaliaho@ccsknowledge.com
+1 306 5198332
Is there any Climate Finance for Carbon Capture and Storage, Especially in Emerging Economies?
CCS projects require financing. Challenges, requirements, and success stories of financing CCS in developed countries will be presented. Azerbaijan is an emerging economy with significant emissions, so the challenges for CCS finance in emerging economies will be assessed, with examples of success

Speakers: Brad Crabtree, US DOE; Tim Dixon, IEAGHG; Olivia Powis, CCSA, James Fann, ICCSKC; Jonas Helseth, Bellona; Katherine Romanak, University of Texas; Clarine Ovando CTCN; Donneil Cain, CCCC
Side Event Agenda [175 kb]
Dixon Presentation [1 Mb]
Romanak Presentation [740 kb]
Powis Presentation [1 Mb]
Fann Presentation [459 kb]
Ovando Presentation [892 kb]
Cain Presentation [1 Mb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 8
Commonwealth Secretariat (COMSEC)
Ms. Ekta Dudani
e.dudani@commonwealth.int
+44 7 442130010
Namibia
Ms. Josefina Kakololo
josefina.kakololo@meft.gov.na
+264 81 3388630
Seychelles
Mr. Wills Agricole
w.agricole@meteo.gov.sc
+248 248 2714419
Indigenous and Local Knowledge in Climate Action: Building a Resilient Future For All
This high-level side event will focus on highlighting the role of indigenous people and local communities (knowledge, practices and traditions) in the achieving low carbon and climate resilient development. The event will seek to amplify their voices and concerns and chart an inclusive way forward.

Speakers: The Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland KC, Secretary General of the Commonwealth His Excellency President Wavel Ramkalawan, President of Seychelles His Excellency, President Nangolo Mbumba, President of Namibia + Indigenous People & Local Community Representatives
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 9
Peace Boat Disaster Relief Volunteer Center (PBV)
Ms. Karen Hallows
karen@peaceboat.gr.jp
+44 7804 761389
Abibimman Foundation (AF)
Mr. Kenneth Nana Amoateng
amoatengken@gmail.com
+233 24 4023651
Center for Climate and Sustainability Empowerment (CCSE)
Mr. Kassim Hussein
hussein@ccseghana.com
+233 233 244182515
Global Kids, Inc.
Ms. Wida Amir
wida@globalkids.org
+1 202 4700384
Global Youth Development Institute, Inc. (GYDI)
Mr. Timothy Damon
timothy.damon@globalyouthdev.org
+1 330 2067553
ACE and Capacity Building for Youth Leadership: Needs, Gaps, and Opportunities
Discussion on the current state of Action for Climate Empowerment (ACE) implementation in the context of the ACE Action Plan and annual ACE summary report, showcasing concrete examples of capacity building for youth empowerment and leadership.

Speakers: International Youth Delegates (GYDI); Ghanaian youth, climate leaders (CCSE); Global Kids Youth, Peace Boat Ocean and Climate Youth Ambassadors, Peace Boat Youth for SDGs scholars, relevant experts from YOUNGO and intergenerational partners
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 1
Energies 2050 (Energies 2050)
Mr. STEPHANE POUFFARY
stephane.pouffary@energies2050.org
+33 6 80319189
Climate Institute (CI)
Mr. Nasir Khattak
nkhattak@climate.org
+1 703 5896072
Launching the SDGs Peace and Climate Resilient Olympics
Exploring partnerships and the role of arts and cultural heritage in climate education, promoting action towards SDGs, and strengthening leadership for peace and a just transition.

Speakers: Stéphane Pouffary - ENERGIES 2050, ART’S PLANET; Cecile Guidote-Alvarez - Earthsavers DREAMS Ensemble, UNESCO Artist for Peace; Nasir Khattak - Climate Institute; Viktor Sebek - SSCC; Dewy Sacayan - International Youth Climate Movement; Fang Li - WRI; Michele Fetting, - Climate Institute.
Launching the SDGs Peace and Climate Resilient Olympics [2 Mb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 2
International Union of Railways (UIC)
Ms. Joo Hyun Ha
ha@uic.org
+33 6 64744954
FIA Foundation (FIA Foundation)
Ms. Sheila Watson
s.watson@fiafoundation.org
+44 207 7475183
International Association of Public Transport (UITP)
Mr. Turner Philip
philip.turner@uitp.org
+32 477 580655
Transforming Urban Mobility: Leveraging NDCs for Sustainable Transport and Climate Action
Rethinking urban mobility can cut emissions and deliver on SDGs, but requires investment in public transport, walking, and cycling. This event will examine how national governments can best harness updated NDCs with ambitious and achieveable targets that support public transport.

Speakers: Speakers will include national policymaker, sustainable transport experts and representatives from private and finance sector, in a gender and regional balanced panel.
COP29 Side Event Concept Note Transforming Urban Mobility: Leveraging NDCs for Sustainable Transport and Climate Action [192 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 3
Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI)
Mr. Nakul Sharma
nakul@cansouthasia.net
+91 11 9716647408
Vasudha Foundation
Mr. Srinivas Krishnaswamy
srinivas@vasudhaindia.org
+91 98 4512130
Young Power in Social Action (YPSA)
Mr. Nakul Sharma
nakul@cansouthasia.net
+91 11 9716647408
Advocacy to Action Promoting youth & nature positive climate action Human Settlements in South Asia
Youth advocacy to action is important to achieve climate inclusive and nature positive development of cities in South Asia. The event aims to Share best practices and avenues to influence policy allowing integration of Urbanization in NDC’s

Speakers: Dr Abid Qaiyum Suleri, Executive Director,SDPI, Pakistan. Dr Mohammad Shahjahan, Director, YPSA, Bangladesh. Mr. Sanjay Vashist, Director, CAN South Asia. Ms. Almuth, Urban Lead, Misereor.
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 4
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Mr. Sandeep Sengupta
sandeep.sengupta@iucn.org
+41 22 9990105
Stanford University
Ms. Celia Price
cgprice@stanford.edu
+1 650 7368668
WWF (WWF)
Ms. Mandy Woods
mwoods@wwfint.org
+31 654 210655
Enhancing ambition on nature and inclusion within Mission 1.5°C
The COP Presidencies Troika ‘Mission 1.5°C’ has highlighted the urgent need for accelerated climate action, including more ambitious 2025 NDCs. This session will explore how nature and inclusion can be fully integrated in this critical mission, based on the conclusions of the first Global Stocktake.

Speakers: Speakers in this high-level session will include senior representatives and experts from IUCN's State and NGO members and partners.
IUCN-WWF-Stanford COP29 Side Event Flyer [325 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 5
Asociación Civil Sustentar para el Desarrollo Sostenible (Sustentar)
Ms. Carolina Chantrill
cchantrill@asociacionsustentar.org
+54 911 36692186
National Renewable Energy Laboratory/Alliance for Sustainable Energy (NREL)
Ms. Britton Marchese
britton.marchese@nrel.gov
+1 303 6481986
Ambition, Commitment, and Action: Towards Just, Resilient, Low Emissions Transport
Increasing ambition in mitigation and adaptation strengthens the path to achieving just, resilient, and net-zero development. This event will showcase key initiatives in transport transformation through proof-of-concept experiences and success stories, fostering regional and global collaboration.

Speakers: The event will feature presentations on three key initiatives transforming transport, with participation from country or city signatories, sponsors, initiative leaders, and key experts associated with organizations like REN21, RELAC, ITF, and SLOCAT.
Presentation [2 Mb]
Concept Note [380 kb]
Flyer [98 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 6
Woodwell Climate Research Center
Mr. David McGlinchey
dmcglinchey@woodwellclimate.org
+1 508 5243205
Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI)
Ms. Anna McGinn
amcginn@eesi.org
+1 202 6621885
Impact of growing wildfire-related emissions on the global carbon budget, +1.5 limit and NDCs
Growing emissions from wildfires globally, and especially in the Arctic, threaten to undermine the +1.5 limit. This event presents the latest science behind those emissions, their impact on the global carbon budget, the viability of the +1.5 limit, and the preparation of the next NDCs.

Speakers: Edward Alexander, Gwich’in Council International; Pam Pearson, International Cryosphere Climate Initiative; Kaveh Guilanpour, Center for Climate and Energy Solutions; Moderation: Daniel Bresette, Environmental and Energy Study Institute
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 7
International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)
Ms. Rebecca Neves Ferreira
r.ferreira@ifad.org
+39 338 9251812
The NDC 3.0 Navigator - A Deeper Dive on Methane Reduction in Food Systems
Reducing methane in food systems is vital for the Global Methane Pledge and the Paris Agreement. The NDC 3.0 Navigator helps countries enhance NDCs, focusing on high-impact, feasible solutions for methane reduction in agriculture to meet climate goals.

Speakers: Bruno Brasil (Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture), Carolina Urmeneta (Global Methane Hub), Donal Brown (IFAD), Jennifer Chow (Environmental Defense Fund), Jörg Linke (GIZ), Martina Otto (Climate and Clean Air Coalition, UNEP), Pablo Vieira (NDC Partnership), Pradeep Monga (World Biogas Association)
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 8
National Wildlife Federation (NWF)
Ms. Nathalie Walker
walkern@nwf.org
+1 202 7976817
FERN
Ms. Nicole Polsterer
nicole.polsterer@fern.org
+32 497 277284
The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System (UW)
Ms. Lisa Rausch
llrausch@wisc.edu
+1 202 4304456
A critical moment for nature and climate: ensuring NDCs 3.0 can deliver
The Global Stocktake was clear: we must conserve and restore nature to meet climate goals. Focusing on Brazil, we will explore how international policies, including the EUDR, and market demands aimed at reducing deforestation can contribute to progress towards NDCs and rights-based conservation.

Speakers: Representatives of Amigos da Terra-Amazonia Brasileira, Fern, Instituto Centro da Vida, the National Wildlife Federation, the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the Ministry of Environment of Brazil.
A critical moment for nature and climate Side Event [506 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 9
International Association for the Advancement of Innovative Approaches to Global Challenges (IAAI)
Mr. Miroslav Polzer
polzer@glocha.info
+43 664 4203648
Ako Foundation
Mr. Kwame Ofori
akofoundation@gmail.com
+233 244 263827
Climate Chain Coalition (CCC)
Mr. Miroslav Polzer
office.climatechaincoalition@gmail.com
+43 664 4203648
Ecological Projects Development and Support Fund (Eurasian Carbon Fund)
Mr. Alexey Shadrin
ashadrin@evercity.io
+7 916 4760071
Citizens/Youth Engagement with local solutions, Digital Innovation & Culture Based Climate Action
Data and digital innovation infrastructure for local climate action empowerment: Challenges Mapping, UN Geospatial Information network, GloCha Global Challenges Music & Art Contest, African perspectives, COP29 Digital Innovation Pavilion COP30 presidency and Culture based climate action

Speakers: representatives of co-organizing organizations, youth, creators, digital solution providers, (citizen) scientists, edutainment experts, ..
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 1
Third World Network (TWN)
Ms. Yvonne Miller Berlie
ymiller@twngeneva.ch
+41 78 8929203
Bolivia (Plurinational State of)
Mr. Diego Pacheco
jallpa@yahoo.com
+591 0 67198345
Expectations for the Baku Finance COP-State of play after week 1
Representatives from Developping countries will present their expections for the Baku COP

Speakers: Diego Pacheco Bolivia, HE Mohamed Nasr Egypt, Prof. Fadhel Kaboub Power Shift Africa, Meena Raman TWN
TWN Climate Update 1 [366 kb]
TWN Climate Update 2 [272 kb]
TWN Climate Update 3 [352 kb]
TWN Climate Update 4 [306 kb]
TWN Side event Flyer [2 Mb]
TWN Climate updates 5 [278 kb]
TWN Climate updates 6 [256 kb]
TWN Climate updates 7 [324 kb]
TWN Climate updates 8 [250 kb]
TWN Climate updates 9 [308 kb]
TWN Climate updates 10 [279 kb]
TWN Climate updates 11 [304 kb]
TWN Climate updates 12 [283 kb]
TWN Climate updates 12 French [329 kb]
TWN Climate updates 13 [325 kb]
TWN Climate updates 14 [253 kb]
TWN Climate updates 15 [271 kb]
TWN Climate updates 16 [289 kb]
TWN Climate updates 17 [310 kb]
TWN Climate updates 18 [304 kb]
TWN Climate updates 19 [228 kb]
TWN Climate updates 20 [320 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 2
World Resources Institute (WRI)
Ms. Frances Molesworth
frances.molesworth@wri.org
+44 44 7711200988
Chile
Ms. camila labarca
clabarca@mma.gob.cl
+56 9 51056559
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Mr. Phelim Usher-Purves
phelim.usherpurves@energysecurity.gov.uk
+44 7923 457509
We Mean Business Coalition (WMB Coalition)
Ms. Gillian Nelson
gnelson@wmbcoalition.org
+41 78 3170640
Next Generation NDCs: Catalyzing Economy-wide Transformation
This high-level event will explore how countries’ next generation NDCs can mobilize the economy-wide and sectoral transformations needed to limit warming to 1.5°C, build resilience and transition away from fossil fuels. We’ll unpack how NDCs can catalyze sectoral action, finance, and investment.

Speakers: Ana Costa, Natura and Co; Helena Spiritus, WWF; Mbarka Bouaida, Guelmim-Oued Noun and Morocco Regional Association; Ani Dasgupta, WRI; Ed Miliband, UK; Juan Carlos Muñoz Abogabir, Chile; Andrés Tomás Pica Téllez, Chile
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 3
Rural Development Institute
Ms. Jessica Hernandez
jessicah@landesa.org
+1 323 6379942
Global Green Environmental Network (GLOGEN)
Ms. Sonia Awo Achioke
achiokesonia4@gmail.com
+233 54 5589186
Land Rights for Climate Justice
Land rights for women, Indigenous Peoples, local communities, and youth facilitate climate change mitigation, adaptive capacity, and equity through more sustainable landscapes and livelihoods. Learn how national actors can strategically incorporate land rights into their Rio Conventions commitments.

Speakers: Proposed speakers: Landesa representative, Stand For Her Land representative, UN Women representative, International Indigenous Peoples' Forum on Climate Change (IIPFCC) representative.
Flyer [544 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 4
Catholic Youth Network for Environmental Sustainability in Africa (CYNESA)
Mr. David Munene
dnmunene@cynesa.org
+254 725 910100
Dhrubotara Youth Development Foundation (DYDF)
Mr. Golam Rabbani
golam.rabbani72@gmail.com
+880 2 1713248362
Light House
Mr. Golam Rabbani
rabbani.golam@brac.net
+880 2 1713248362
Human Rights, Intergenerational Solidarity and Community Action in a Changing Climate Landscape
Rallying grassroots community action on multiple issues of energy, youth accompaniment, and climate-induced loss that emanates from dialogue and solidarity amongst peoples of different generations.

Speakers: David N. Munene - Programs Manager, CYNESA Francesca de Gasparis - Executive Director, SAFCEI Shantanu Mandau - Youth Leader, Brahma Kumaris Lydia Machaka - Energy and Extractivism Officer, CIDSE Emma Berglund - Global Partnership and External Relations, LM International
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 5
Resilience First
Ms. Savina Carluccio
savina.carluccio@sustainability-coalition.org
+44 0 7468691273
Fédération Internationale des Ingénieurs-Conseils (FIDIC)
Mr. Kirils Holstovs
kirils.holstovs@gmail.com
+44 0 7471705500
The Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA)
Ms. Chloe Fiddy
c.fiddy@iema.net
+44 7813 787669
World Green Building Council, Inc. (WorldGBC)
Ms. Audrey Nugent
anugent@worldgbc.org
+44 7428 67327
Building capacity & capability to transition to a sustainable, resilient and just built environment
Exploring the challenge of equipping the global built environment community with the right knowledge, skills, standards & tools to implement sustainable, resilient and just solutions. Special focus on empowering marginalized and underrepresented groups with perspectives from the Global South & North

Speakers: Savina Carluccio, ICSI; Cordelia Burch, Royal Academy Engineering; Audrey Nugent, World GBC; Angelos Pastras, DNV/WFEO; Priti Parikh, UCL; Martin Baxter, IEMA
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 6
Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE)
Mr. Pramod Kumar Sharma
pramod@fee.global
+45 0 61247086
NFD Centre for Environment Education (CEE)
Ms. Sweta Purohit
sweta.purohit@ceeindia.org
+91 79 9687604091
Société Météorologique de France (SMF)
Mr. Djian Sadadou
djian.sadadou@oce.global
+33 7 49956993
Meeting the Greening Education Partnership (GEP) Targets with Quality: Critical Enablers
The event will reflect on the progress of the Greening Education Partnership and discuss the key enablers that need to be there to facilitate the realization of the goals of GEP. Key recommendations for a coherent and synchronous approach to achieve Quality Climate Education will be the key outcome.

Speakers: Pramod Kumar, Senior Director FEE Eric Guilyardi, President OCE TBC, CEE India Won Jung Byun, UNESCO TBC, Youth representative – Uzbekistan Marcia McKenzie – MECCE Project
 
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 7
European Business Council for Sustainable Energy (e5)
Mr. Kolja Kuse
kk@technocarbon.de
+49 177 9330369
Instituto de Ecología y Antropología de Acción (INFOE)
Ms. Elke Falley-Rothkopf
elke@infoe.de
+49 178 1746966
International Centre for Research in Agroforestry (ICRAF)
Mr. Peter Minang
a.minang@cifor-icraf.org
+254 727 492459
RE and CDR options with new materials in buildings, agroforestry, agricultural and forestry sectors
Scientific and indigenous expertise on RE (Amazon) and CDR in building and agricultural sectors with mostly natural materials (textiles, stone, soil, wood) and their potential for scaling and financing NETs, using cases from global North (CDRterra) and global South (Agroforestry projects, Africa)

Speakers: Experts of renewable energy, fuels, materials, building industry, agroforestry, agriculture, and finance of climate change solutions, as well as indigenous experts on all topics adressed in this side event.
CDRterra EU statement 2050 [109 kb]
CDRterra Consortia Overview [3 Mb]
CDRterra Background Fact Sheet [2 Mb]
CDRterra new CDR Methods Cluster II [2 Mb]
Links to CDRterra Project [120 kb]
Tuesday,
19 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 8
Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change (CMCC)
Mr. Mauro Buonocore
mauro.buonocore@cmcc.it
+3 345 3033512
Ca' Foscari University, Venice (UNIVE)
Mr. Carlo Carraro
martina.marian@unive.it
+39 349 6130821
Research Institute of Innovative Technology for the Earth (RITE)
Mr. Noritaka Mochizuki
mochizuki@rite.or.jp
+81 774 752304
Climate scenarios for this critical decade to achieve sustainable development and resilient future
Policy relevant design and use of scenarios, fast-track CMIP7 scenarios in the IPCC AR7; assessing feasibility, efficacy, and desirability of climate policies in the near term to limit warming and support the Paris Agreement goals; informing on climate risk, including in a context of overshoot.

Speakers: A. Pirani - CMCC J. Fuglestvedt - CICERO J. Kimutai - Imperial College, UCT, KMD C. Trisos - UCT A. Mukherji - CGIAR M. Dhakal - Climate Analytics D. van Vuuren - PBL M. Tavoni - CMCC C. Buontempo - C3S K. Akimoto - RITE/Tokyo Institute of Technology
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 1
Nature Conservation Management (NACOM)
Mr. Rashiduzzaman Ahmed
rashed71@gmail.com
+88 1 713129947
Manusher Jonno Foundation (MJF)
Ms. Banasree Mitra Neogi
banasree@manusher.org
+88 18 1819385638
Climate Crisis, Women and Water Governance in Bangladesh
Climate crisis threatens water security worldwide, disproportionately impacting women due to their central role in household water management. Women are acutely affected by climate-induced changes that compromise water availability and quality, especially in Bangladesh.

Speakers: Prof. Dr. Abdur Rob Mollah, Chairman, NACOM Dr. Munjurul Hannan Khan, ED, NACOM Ms. Farah Kabir, CD, Action Aid Bangladesh Ms. Banasree Mitra Neogi, MJF
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 2
International Network for Sustainable Energy (INFORSE)
Ms. Judit Szoleczky
ove@inforse.org
+45 42 300192
Integrated Sustainable Energy and Ecological Development Association (INSEDA)
Mr. Raymond Myles
inseda@inforse.org
+91 92 12014905
Nordic Folkecenter for Renewable Energy (NFVE)
Mr. Daniele Pagani
dp@folkecenter.dk
+39 345 4499450
Sustainable Environmental Development Watch (SusWatch)
Mr. Nobert Nyandire
nobnyandire05@yahoo.com
+254 254 721878329
SustainableEnergy (SE)
Mr. Gunnar Olesen
gbo@ve.dk
+45 24 269933
Local climate solutions towards 100% renewables - Gender matters
Presenting local climate solutions in South Asia and East Africa for mitigation adaptation resilience. Just transition, Women participation. Online Catalogues. Energy Scenarios with 100% renewables supply, reducing demand with efficiency & sufficiency lifestyle changes. Analysis of EU NECPs and NDC.

Speakers: INFORSE members repr. South Asia, East Africa Europe: Judit Szoleczky INFORSE; Nobert Nyandire, Suswatch Kenya; Banaja Mishra INSEDA and Kalyani Raj, AIWC in India; Daniele Pagani, NFRE and Gunnar Boye Olesen SE Denmark; Foezullah Talukder, CCDB, Bangladesh. Comment repr. Sri Lanka
PROGRAM: Local climate solutions towards 100% renewables - Gender matters [309 kb]
PROGRAM PDF Local climate solutions towards 100% renewables - Gender matters [553 kb]
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 3
Conectas Human Rights
Ms. Camila Nakaharada
camila.mikie@conectas.org
+55 11 947491954
Alana
Mr. JP Amaral
jp@alana.org.br
+55 11 977887955
Brazilian Institute for Consumer Defense (Idec)
Ms. Carmem Jocas
projetos@idec.org.br
+55 11 971774927
Institute of Studies on Religion (ISER)
Ms. Isabel Pereira
isabelpereira@iser.org.br
+55 21 988997585
International Education Institute of Brazil (IEB)
Mr. adriano maneo
adriano@iieb.org.br
+55 61 999850981
Global Goal on Adaptation - necessary data on race, gender and age
Deepen discussions on race, gender, age and income data for the Global Adaptation Goal. Production of territorial data to monitor public policies aimed at the African descent, women, indigenous peoples, traditional communities and children.

Speakers: Geledés – Black Woman Institute Alana Institute ISER - Institute of Studies on Religion Black Voices Network for Climate Network for Anti-Racist Adaptation Conectas Human Rights IEB – International Institute of Education of Brazil
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 4
World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)
Mr. Dirk Glaesser
dglaesser@unwto.org
+3 655 347713
Raising the climate ambition of the tourism sector: From commitments to implementation
This event will showcase the progress achieved implementing the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism, especially focussing on innovative financing models, decarbonisation strategies and the role of tourism in NDCs 3.0.

Speakers: Zurab Pololikashvili, Secretary-General, UN Tourism Simon Stiell, Executive Secretary, UNFCCC Cassie Flynn, Director, Climate Change, UNDP Ministers: Azerbaijan, UAE, Brazil, Seychelles, Colombia, Chile, Maldives, Indonesia Gloria Fluxa, CSO, Iberostar Pradeep Kurukulasuriya, Exec. Sec., UNCDF
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 5
World Union of Small and Medium Enterprises (WUSME)
Ms. Maria Valeria Pasquini
info@wusme.org
+378 549 991277
German Emissions Trading Association (BVEK)
Mr. Robert Tippmann
tippmann@bvek.de
+49 30 78951956
The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM)
Mr. Pinaki Dasgupta
pinaki.dasgupta@assocham.com
+91 11 9873935480
SMEs & Industry: Net Zero transition, imperatives for Global South, new capacities and methodologies
SMEs must adopt resilient and innovative strategies in their value chains supported by technology, AI and ESG. The pathway to reduce impacts of climate change in the Global South: focus on transportation, energy, agrifood & industry. New initiatives and methodologies aimed at boosting climate action

Speakers: Ms. Barbara Terenzi WUSME President, Ms. Rongyong Yang WUSME Board Member, Ms. Liliane Massala WUSME Senator, Mr. Cheick Keita WUSME Ambassador Guinea (Conakry), Robert Tippmann BVEK President, Mr. Alejandro Kilpatrick Manager Capacity-building UNFCCC Secretariat, Mr. Manish Sonkar CEO NeoEnrg
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 7
Women's Environment and Development Organization (WEDO)
Ms. Claudia Rubio
claudia@wedo.org
+1 914 3103270
Climate Action Network South-East Asia (CANSEA)
Mr. Nithiyananthan Nesadurai
nithiya@pc.jaring.asia
+60 17 7079313
Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung e.V. (FES)
Ms. Yvonne Blos
info.sustainability@fes.de
+49 30 269357470
GenderCC - Women for Climate Justice e.V. (GenderCC)
Ms. Eleni Georgiadi
climatejustice@life-online.de
+49 30 30879844
Grassroots Organizations Operating Together in Sisterhood (GROOTS)
Ms. Suranjana Gupta
suranjana.gupta@huairou.org
+91 91 9886777860
LIFE e.V.
Ms. Greta Pallaver
pallaver@life-online.de
+40 30 30879835
Réseau Action Climat - France (RAC-F)
Ms. Marine Pouget
marine.pouget@reseauactionclimat.org
+33 6 32102570
Climate, Care and Gender
This event will analyze the linkages between care, climate and gender, particularly within the context of a just transition. It will bring together a range of experts from government and civil society.

Speakers: Members of the Women and Gender Constituency, Gender and Environment Data Alliance and governments
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 8
Asian Pacific Resource and Research Centre for Women (ARROW)
Ms. Menka Goundan
menka@arrow.org.my
+6 79 9408611
Out for Sustainability (OUT4S)
Mr. Diego de Leon Segovia
diego.deleon@out4s.org
+1 202 7538934
The Danish Family Planning Association (DFPA)
Ms. Lisbet Dinsen
ld@sexogsamfund.dk
+45 41 270607
Women Deliver
Ms. Eleanor Blomstrom
eblomstrom@womendeliver.org
+1 510 5414189
Climate, Gender and Health: Essentials to Resilient Communities
The focus theme will be the Gender Action Plan review and its significance to the implementation of other intersections like health including sexual and reproductive health and rights.

Speakers: Asian Pacific Resource and Research Centre for Women; Women Deliver; Danish Family Planning Association; SRHR Climate Justice Coalition
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 9
Climate Action Network - Europe (CAN - Europe)
Mr. James Trinder
james.trinder@caneurope.org
+44 7701 80716
CBM UK (CBM UK)
Mr. Mark Barrell
markb@cbmuk.org.uk
+44 1223 484700
Climate Action Network - Latin America (CAN-LA)
Mr. Alejandro ALEMAN
canlacanal@gmail.com
+505 505 88267474
International Disability Alliance (IDA)
Mr. Alradi Abdalla
aabdalla@ida-secretariat.org
+49 0 1521128310
Inclusively designing and financing NDCs: Perspectives from Latin America and Europe.
This event will dive into the key parameters of designing socially and disability inclusive NDCs. We will present 'shadow NDC reports' from a new observatory in Latin America; analyze the 'next EU NDC'; and discuss the scale and nature of financing required, especially in developing contexts.

Speakers: Balanced - Climate Action network representatives from both Latin America and Europe. - Local underrepresented community members from both regions and indigenous groups from Latin America. -Representatives of global disability movement and poverty alleviation organizations & alliance members.
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 1
LAYA
Mr. Myron Mendes
myronmendes@gmail.com
+91 0 9892396302
Gram Saarthi (GS)
Mr. SHUBHAM AJESH AGRAWAL
shubham@auriga.co.in
+91 91764 77638
South Central India Network for Development Alternatives (SCINDeA)
Mr. Myron Mendes
myron@inecc.net
+91 0 9892396302
Beyond Big Banks: Financing Decentralised Climate Solutions for the Global South
This side event explores boosting climate finance access to foster a just transition and green skills, amplifying Global South voices for equitable and gender just climate resilience and climate readiness.

Speakers: The panel will feature experts in climate finance, just transition advocates, green skilling specialists, voices from Global South communities, policy makers, and representatives from international and national development organizations.
Concept Note for the Side Event [199 kb]
Beyond Big Banks: Financing Decentralised Climate Solutions for the Global South [3 Mb]
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 2
Stichting Climate Action Network South Asia (CANSA)
Mr. Sanjay Vashist
sanjay@cansouthasia.net
+91 99100 96125
Clean Energy Nepal (CEN)
Mr. Manjeet Dhakaal
dhakal.manjeet@gmail.com
+97 985 1079085
Thanal Trust
Mr. Shailendra Yashwant
shai@cansouthasia.net
+91 98455 5535411
Harnessing Sustainable Consumption & Production in Nationally Determined Contributions
Unsustainable consumption and production patterns lie at the core of the triple planetary crises encompassing climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. The Side Event will established the link between climate change and material consumption. CANSA and SWITCH Asia

Speakers: - Ziniada Fadeeva, SWITCH Asia - Ministers from Pacific - Minister from South Asia - Minister from Central Asia - IRP Expert - NDC Partnership - UNFCCC Exoert
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 3
Instituto Ethos de Empresas e Responsabilidade Social (Ethos)
Ms. Marina Esteves Vergueiro de Almeida
mesteves@ethos.org.br
+55 11 988076725
Instituto Socioambiental (ISA)
Ms. Adriana Ramos
adriana@socioambiental.org
+55 61 999719249
Alignment of financial regulations regarding climate, environmental and social risk management
There are risks of arbitrage regarding climate, environmental and social (CES) risks by companies on sources of capital, once the existence of different regulatory bodies creates misalignment. Different levels of CES performance of companies need to be considered by the whole financial sector.

Speakers: Ethos Institute; Socioambiental Institute (ISA); Democracy and Sustainability Institute; Sustainable Inclusive Solutions Association; Representative of the Brazilian Ministry of Finance; Representative of the Brazilian Ministry of Environment and Climate Change
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 4
International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)
Mr. Suresh Babu
s.babu@cgiar.org
+1 240 6020809
International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA)
Mr. vinay Nangia
v.nangia@cgiar.org
+212 668 853777
Think Global, Act Local: Reducing Food Loss and Waste for Climate Change Adaptation for Security
Promote South-South learning on progress made, constraints, and best practices at the policy, institutional, and technical levels for minimizing food loss and sustainably managing food waste and water resources to reduce emissions, enhance climate security, and promote environmental co-benefits

Speakers: John Heermans,Abt Global;Ann Vaughan,USAID; Charles Spillane,ICARDA; Vinay Nangia,ICARDA; Suresh Babu,IFPRI; Daouda Ben Oumar Ndiaye,IsDB; Kristofer Hamel,UAE-Gates Foundation Partnership on Agricultural Innovation; Vitthal Kauthale,BAIF Development Research Foundation; Sino Tohirzoda,CEP,Tajikistan
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 5
EarthRights International (ERI)
Ms. Natalia Gomez
natalia@earthrights.org
+1 301 3004713
cambiaMO s.coop.mad. (CAMBIAMO)
Ms. Floridea Di Ciommo
floridea.diciommo@cambiamo.net
+34 696 12269
Center for Environmental Concerns - Philippines Inc. (CEC)
Ms. Ana Celestial
info@cecphils.org
+63 2 83562166
Global Witness
Ms. Fiona Lee
flee@globalwitness.org
+44 0 7889536722
Natural Justice
Ms. Katherine V Robinson
katherine@naturaljustice.org
+27 0 2776227651
Ensuring Recognition, Protection, and Participation of Environmental Defenders in Climate Action
Climate Justice is only possible with the activism and leadership of Environmental Human rights Defenders. EHRDs should be recognised and protected; they must be able to exercise rights safely without fear of reprisals and meaningfully participate in all climate decision-making processes

Speakers: The event will facilitate a dialogue among member states, defenders, CSOs, ensuring representation of key regions and impacted communities Speakers will include: frontline EHRDs, 1-2 government representatives, UN special rapporteurs, and NGO representatives.
Flyer side event [380 kb]
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 6
Kyrgyzstan
Ms. Aizada Barieva
climate@mnr.gov.kg
+996 550 159922
Andorra
Mr. Adria Verges
adria.vergesaleix@fao.org
+39 334 7058638
Asociación Civil Oikos (OIKOS)
Mr. Adria Verges Aleix
adria.vergesaleix@fao.org
+39 334 7058638
Bhutan
Mr. Tenzin Wangchuk
twangchuk@moenr.gov.bt
+975 176 77160
Karnali Integrated Rural Development and Research Centre (KIRDARC)
Ms. Geeta Pandey
gpandey@kirdarc.org
+977 1 9841541591
Accelerating climate action for mountains and mountain people -specialize approach for each region
Within the Mountain Partnership framework, this side event builds on the momentum of the UNFCCC Expert Dialogue on Mountains and Climate Change by mobilizing governments to strengthen political alliances and continue mainstreaming mountains under the UNFCCC.

Speakers: • Kyrgyzstan • Andorra • Nepal • Bhutan • Colombia • Peru • KIRDARC • ICIMOD • IOM • Regional Mountain Centre of Central Asia • Mountain Partnership Secretariat
Agenda [3 Mb]
Social media card [2 Mb]
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 7
Adaptation Fund Board (AFB)
Ms. Imen Meliane
imeliane@adaptation-fund.org
+1 202 4387822
Corporación Andina de Fomento (CAF)
Mr. Rolando Andrade
rolando.andrade_externo@caf.com
+34 680 618539
Amplifying benefits: Leveraging adaptation funding for a just transition
High-level event showcasing how financing by the Adaptation Fund and CAF contribute to a just transition, especially through modalities for devolving funding to local actors and scaling up actions to achieve social, economic and environmental transformation in the lives of the most vulnerable.

Speakers: Representatives from the Adaptation Fund and CAF, selected implementing entities and government representatives.
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 1
Green Economics Institute (GEI)
Ms. Miriam Kennet
greeneconomicsinstitute@yahoo.com
+44 7990 590463
Association Club Amis de la Planète (APC)
Mr. Jean Félix EBO'O
amisdelaplanetecameroun@gmail.com
+0 237 694956256
Global Greens (Verts Mondiaux) (Global Greens)
Mr. Frank Sheridan
secretary@globalgreens.org
+44 7914 975875
International Coral Reef Society (ICRS)
Ms. Raquel Peixoto
raquel.peixoto@kaust.edu.sa
+966 54 4700498
Technology Education Research and Rehabilitation for Environment Policy Centre (TERRE Policy Centre)
Mr. Vinita Apte
terrepolicycentre@gmail.com
+91 0 9822091537
Ticking Clock- Climate Change Accelerating- Diverse, inclusive, universal cooperating together
Back from the Brink- Saving the earth and its climate by harnessing the diverse, fascinating power of all life on earth and all humanity and its peoples working together to create a wonderful future together in a world free from fear Implementing the spirit of the ground breaking Paris Agreement

Speakers: Miriam Kennet Bianca Madison -Vuleta many others
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 2
PEFC International (PEFC)
Mr. Thorsten Arndt
thorsten.arndt@pefc.org
+41 78 9280138
Brazilian Tree Industry (Iba)
Ms. Renata Nishio
renata.nishio@iba.org
+55 11 30187813
Building and Wood Workers' International
Ms. Carolina Dantas Madureira
carolina.dantas@bwint.org
+55 19 999138764
Regional Community Forestry Training Center for Asia and the Pacific (RECOFTC)
Ms. Regan Pairojmahakij
regan.pairojmahakij@recoftc.org
+66 81 6495041
Holistic forests – more than carbon sinks and avoided deforestation
Climate change affects forest diversity, health, and resilience, but forest products can help. This event showcases how the forest sector can meet carbon goals and support energy transition, whilst balancing sustainability and promoting biodiversity, decent work, and community well-being.

Speakers: • ATIBT • Australian Forest Products Association • Brazilian Tree Industry (Ibá) • Building and Wood Worker's International (BWI) • Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) • International Forestry Students Association (IFSA) • PEFC International • RECOFTC • World Bioenergy Association
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 3
Buddha's Light International Association
Mr. Kwong Djee Chan
nyngo@blia.org
+61 419 727569
Vikalp
Mr. HIMANSHUKUMAR BANKER
md@vikalp.org
+91 79 26822000
Transforming communities using ancient wisdom: Indigenous knowledge and Buddhism for climate resilie
BLIA and VIKALP will highlight how Humanistic Buddhism and Indigenous knowledge promote sustainable agroecology, biodiversity, and climate action. BLIA supports vegetarianism through global initiatives like VegRun (70,000 participants) and Vege Plan A (500,000), while VIKALP empowers marginalized communities in India through regenerative agriculture and afforestation, sustainable livelihood.

Speakers: BLIA:Ven You Lin, Kwong Djee Chan, VIKALP:Himanshu Banker, Mahesh Pandya, Bhartibahen
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 4
Canadian Cattle Association (CCA)
Mr. Mitchell Zoratti
zorattim@cattle.ca
+1 403 3390227
Beef + Lamb New Zealand (Beef + Lamb NZ)
Mr. Nicholas Jolly
nicholas.jolly@beeflambnz.com
+64 27 2793909
North American Meat Institute
Mr. Eric Mittenthal
emittenthal@meatinstitute.org
+1 404 8088396
Office International de la Viande (IMS)
Mr. phil hadley
phil.hadley@meat-ims.org
+0 44 7779304185
U.S. Farming and Ranching Foundation (USFRA)
Mr. Chris Chaffee
cchaffee@usfraonline.org
+1 913 5228020
Agriculture as a Solution to Global Food Security & Climate Change
Highlight how agriculture provides food security, supports livelihoods and accelerates progress to limit climate change and enhance biodiversity. Explore new research showing how it can become a carbon sink. Featuring farmers, scientists and experts from a variety of ag production systems globally.

Speakers: Lloyd Day, IICA; Dr. Chuck Rice, Kansas State university; Dr. Adegbola Adesogan, University of Florida; Dr. Troy Rowan, University of Tennessee; Bob Lowe, Rancher, Canada; Marylin Hershey, farmer, USA; Amber Smith, Rancher, USA; Rachael Madeley-Davies, Rancher, North Wales
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 5
York University
Ms. Idil Boran
iboran@yorku.ca
+1 416 5229609
Boticário Group Foundation for Nature Protection
Ms. Juliana Ribeiro
ribeiroj@grupoboticario.com.br
+55 41 999146046
German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS)
Ms. Mariya Aleksandrova
mariya.aleksandrova@idos-research.de
+49 228 94927257
Sitawi
Mr. Fernando Campos
fcampos@sitawi.net
+55 41 996320909
University of Nijmegen (RU)
Mr. Man-san Chan
sander.chan@ru.nl
+31 6 48736535
High-integrity nature-based climate action: Perspectives from the Global South
High-integrity voluntary actions by cities, businesses, and civil society must ensure nature- and people-positive outcomes. A dialogue for transformative nature/ecosystem-based adaptation, mitigation, and financing, to empower communities and Indigenous Peoples, with examples from Latin America.

Speakers: Idil Boran, York University; Sebastian Reyes de la Lanza, Radboud University; Juliana Ribeiro, Boticário Foundation; Fernando Campos, Sitawi; Heike Henn, Germany Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development-BMZ; Ines Dombrowsky, German Institute of Development and Sustainability-IDOS.
ACHIEVE Policy Brief 2024 [681 kb]
BioCAM4 Planet, People, and Human Health Poster [2 Mb]
Side Event Poster [1 Mb]
Resources [1 Mb]
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 6
Economic Commission for Europe (ECE)
Mr. Georgios Georgiadis
george.georgiadis@un.org

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
Mr. Lorenzo Gavilli
LGavilli@icao.int

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
Mr. Samuel Rousseau Mascolo
srousseau@icao.int

International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Mr. Roel Hoenders
RHoenders@imo.org

International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Mr. Camille Bourgeon
cbourgeo@imo.org
Decarbonizing Transport: Policies and Strategies for civil aviation, maritime and inland transport
The side event will outline the ambitions of the 3 pillars of transport in the UN - air (ICAO), inland (UNECE) and maritime (IMO) transport - with the aim of achieving sustainable transport and mobility, including low- and zero-carbon mobility in coordination with the fuel/energy supply systems.

Speakers: Executive Secretary, UNECE; Executive Secretary UNFCCC (tbc); Secretary-General, IMO (tbc); Secretary General ICAO (tbc)
Event's Concept Note [80 kb]
Event's Programme [319 kb]
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 7
Uma Gota No Oceano
Ms. MARIA FERNANDES
institucional@umagotanooceano.org
+55 21 977014057
OURS
Mr. kaianaku kamaiura
kaianaku@nossas.org
+55 66 999686904
Sustainable Infrastructure in the Amazon: Pathways to Energy and Ecological Transition
This panel will discuss Amazon's development challenges, balancing zero deforestation with a sustainable and just energy transition. It will explore infrastructure integration and emphasize traditional communities' participation for resilient, inclusive and sustainable regional growth.

Speakers: Ricardo Baitelo (IEMA), Alessandra Munduruku (Pariri), Sineia do Vale (COIAB/ CIR/ CIMC) and Tasso Azevedo (Mapbiomas)
DESCRIPTION [66 kb]
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 8
Netherlands
Mr. Lucas du Pre
l.r.dupre@minlnv.nl
+31 6 11236467
AgriCord vzw
Mr. Daniel Szczepanski
daniel.szczepanski@agricord.org
+32 0 484729799
Southern African Confederation of Agricultural Unions (SACAU)
Mr. ISHMAEL SUNGA
info@sacau.org
+27 12 6440808
Wageningen University (WUR)
Mr. Jelle Maas
jelle.maas@wur.nl
+31 6 57777930
Analysing the international architecture for climate action in food systems.
New approaches to international cooperation are necessary to accelerate climate action in food systems. This side event seeks to reflect on lessons from the efforts over the past 17 years and gather ideas from participants to rethink the international architecture for climate action in food systems.

Speakers: Netherlands representative, SACAU representative, BMZ representative, Clim-Eat representative, academia representative, Brazil representative
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 9
Women Engage for a Common Future - International Foundation (WECF International) (WECF)
Ms. Valeria Pelaez
valeria.pelaez@wecf.org
+49 0 1573325154
All India Women's Conference (AIWC)
Ms. Kalyani Raj
raj.kalyani@gmail.com
+91 98100 53728
Federation of American Women's Clubs Overseas, Inc. (FAWCO)
Ms. Ayuska Motha
unrep-bonn@fawco.org
+49 179 2144209
Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards Ceremony
We will celebrate and showcase outstanding locally-owned climate solutions that center on gender justice to transform climate action. We want to inspire party delegates to update their NDCs with a gender-just, rights-based approach.

Speakers: Valeria Pelaez, WECF; Zukiswa White, WEDO; Stephan Minas, CTCN Vice-Chair; representatives of the Mexican, and South African governments; representative of UN Women.
Invitation [252 kb]
Press kit [3 Mb]
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 2
World Federation for Animals (WFA)
Ms. Silvia Mantilla
silvia.mantilla@wfa.org
+49 0 1520588724
Aquatic Life Institute (ALI)
Ms. Christine Xu
christine@ali.fish
+34 674 498381
Eurogroup for Animals
Ms. Camilla Björkbom
c.bjorkbom@eurogroupforanimals.org
+46 70 4835798
Mercy For Animals
Ms. Amelia Linn
amelial@mercyforanimals.org
+1 850 8502945590
Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC)
Mr. Edward Goodall
ed.goodall@whales.org
+44 7907 882514
Wildlife Protection and Food Systems Transformation: Boosting NDCs for a Greener Future
Showcasing policy actions to better integrate biodiversity and food systems in NDCs. Includes experiences from successful initiatives to transform consumption and production patterns, protect wildlife, and enhance ecosystem services, all interdependent and crucial for climate change mitigation.

Speakers: Paula Francisco Coelho, Secretary of State for Climate Action, Angola; Patience Gandiwa, Director Conventions, Zimbabwe; Shadrack Ngene, Wildlife Secretary, Kenya; Sira Secka, Lead-Negotiator Agriculture-UNFCCC, The Gambia; Lasse Bruun, UN Foundation; Ed Goodall, Whale & Dolphin Conservation
Flyer [2 Mb]
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 3
International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs (IWGIA)
Mr. Stefan Thorsell
st@iwgia.org
+45 53 732842
Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact Foundation (AIPP)
Mr. Lakpa Nuri Sherpa
nuri@aippnet.org
+66 82 3852369
Nepal Federation of Indigenous Nationalities (NEFIN)
Mr. Tunga Rai
tungarai@hotmail.com
+977 1 1985106971
A dialogue between Indigenous Peoples and board members of the Fund for Responding to Loss & Damage
Representatives of Indigenous Peoples invite States for a dialogue on how to ensure a genuine and rights-based partnership in the operationalisation of the Fund for Responding to Loss & Damage.

Speakers: Representatives of Indigenous Peoples from different socio-cultural regions and board members of Fund for Responding to Loss & Damage including South Africa, Canada and Denmark.
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 4
Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical (CIAT)
Ms. Chiara Villani
c.villani@cgiar.org
+39 328 5868725
University of Vermont (UVM)
Ms. Sadie Shelton
sadie.shelton@uvm.edu
+840 5075 1603306622
Updating NDCs for more ambitious climate mitigation and adaptation in rice, soil and livestock
Climate action on rice, livestock and soil is a major opportunity for climate mitigation and food system resilience, but current NDCs fall short of targets. This event will provide analyze NDCs to identify opportunities & challenges for climate action, including reduction of emissions

Speakers: Alliance of Bioversity & CIAT (Lini Wollenberg); FAO (Martial Bernoux) World Bank (); WRI (Taryn Fransen); Colombia, Benin, Cambodia & Kenya Ministries of Agriculture/Environment.
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 6
Climate Action Network Australia (CANA)
Mr. Glen Klatovsky
glen@cana.net.au
+61 410 482243
P3 Foundation (P3F)
Mr. David Tong
david@davidtong.co.nz
+64 21 2506375
Oceania First Nations leadership: How communities are taking on dangerous distractions
Strong Oceania civil society collaboration is tackling dangerous distractions that derail the Asia Pacific energy transition. Hear from First Nations leaders protecting cultural heritage, waters and country and raising climate justice and real solutions up to COP31.

Speakers: Speakers include multiple First Nations Traditional Owners including a cultural heritage expert, youth and representatives of Australian and Pacific civil society organisations.
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 7
Russian Federation
Ms. Tatiana Dmitrieva
dmtanya@mail.ru
+7 910 4728785
The V.I. Vernadsky Nongovernmental Ecological Foundation (The Vernadsky Foundation)
Mr. Andrei Cheshev
acheshev@vernadsky.ru
+7 919 7296117
Russia's Contribution to Strengthening Food Security at Global Level
Russian experience and new technologies in the field of agriculture, including crop production, livestock farming, as a contribution to global food security

Speakers: representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture, fertilizer producers, science, financial structures for financing climate-sustainable agriculture, non-governmental organizations
Russian Side-Event Programm [26 kb]
Программа российского параллельного мероприятия [26 kb]
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 8
CGIAR System Organization (CGIAR)
Ms. Aditi Mukherji
unfccc@cgiar.org
+33 476 426690020
Ban Ki-moon Centre for Global Citizens
Ms. Katre Olmez
katre.olmez@bankimooncentre.org
+43 664 4669552
CAB International (CABI)
Ms. Srijita Dasgupta
s.dasgupta@cabi.org
+44 44 7463219498
Fairtrade Labelling Organizations International e.V. (FLO e.V.)
Mr. Juan Pablo Solis
jp.solis@fairtrade.net
+49 157 39385514
Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK)
Mr. Christoph Gornott
gornott@pik-potsdam.de
+49 331 2882655
Just Transition pathways to achieve Paris Agreement goals in the agri-food sector
The side event convenes governments, negotiators, farmers, researchers, and development partners to showcase and explore options for practical and robust just transition pathways needed to achieve successful NDC 3.0, NAPS and long-term low emission development pathways.

Speakers: Ismahane Elouafi, CGIAR Jim Skea, IPCC Ismail Serageldin, NGIC Betty Chinyamunyamu, NASFAM Monika Froehler, BanKiMoon Cristina Rumbaitis del Rio, UN Foundation George Wamukoya, AGNES Rachel Lambert, FCDO
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 1
Queen Mary University of London (QMUL)
Mr. Fernando Barrio
f.barrio@qmul.ac.uk
+44 7508 696506
Academy for Mountain Environics (AME)
Mr. Ashwin Parthasarathy
ashwin.parthasarathy19@gmail.com
+91 0 9819420775
Climate and Sustainable Development Network of Nigeria (CSDevNet)
Mr. Monday Abuh
abu.stephen@csdevnet.org
+234 0 8070723100
Socio-economic, environmental and technological aspects of climate change fuelled land conflicts
Climate change motivates actions and policies that have as main aim to reduce green house emissions, but can lead to conflict by impacting those who have interest in the land used in projects. The proposed side event analyses some of the impacts in different regions, presenting policy option

Speakers: Dr Fernando Barrio (QMUL, UK), Mrinali Karthick (LCW), Dr Elizabeth Jeiyol (CSDevNet, Nigeria), Dr Lila Luchessi (UNRN, Argentina)
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 2
International Coastal and Ocean Organization (ICO)
Ms. Miriam Balgos
mbalgos@globaloceanforum.com
+1 302 7539800
Monmouth University-Urban Coast Institute (UCI)
Mr. Anthony MacDonald
amacdona@monmouth.edu
+1 732 8656471
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
Mr. Everett Sioa
everetts@sprep.org
+685 685 21929
Integrated approaches to ocean governance in the context of climate change, BBNJ Agreement and SDG14
This event focuses on the integrated and collaborative approaches used to enhance the conservation and sustainable use of the ocean and its resources, mobilizing finance, harnessing various forms of cooperation at various levels, and leveraging ocean-climate-biodiversity interlinkages.

Speakers: Filimon Manoni and Marilyn Simmons, Office of the Pacific Ocean Commissioner; Sefanaia Nawadra, SPREP; Nasar Hayat, FAO Azerbaijan; Luz Gil, The Nature Conservancy; Miriam Balgos, Global Ocean Forum
PowerPoint presentation [567 kb]
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 3
Global Dairy Platform, Inc (GDP)
Mr. Lufingo Mwamakamba
lufingo@emergingag.com
+27 0 761698554
Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (GRSB)
Mr. Ruaraidh Petre
ruaraidh.petre@grsbeef.org
+44 740 8855611
Uruguay
Mr. Gonzalo Becoña
gbecona@inia.org.uy
+598 99 617116
Sustainable strategies for dairy, beef, and rice sectors: efforts to cut methane emissions
This event explores sustainable strategies for the dairy, beef, and rice sectors to cut methane emissions. Highlighting innovative practices and collaborative efforts, it aims to showcase effective methods for reducing agriculture's environmental impact while promoting resilience and sustainability.

Speakers: • Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) • Global Dairy Platform (GDP) • Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (GRSB) • Global Methane Hub • International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) • Uruguay Ministry of Agriculture • Kenya Ministry of Agriculture
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 4
Canadian Foodgrains Bank Association Inc.
Ms. Naomi Johnson
njohnson@foodgrainsbank.ca
+1 204 9264229
Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF)
Ms. Ulrike Krauss
programmanager_eba@caribbeanbiodiversityfund.org
+1 758 7169221
Adaptation, Resilience, and Biodiversity: Innovative Approaches from Conservation to Development
Examples in food security and coral restoration are referenced to share key learnings on building resilience and biodiversity in climate-sensitive environments.

Speakers: J Munywoki, Fadhili Trust Kenya; B Tassew, Terepeza Dev. Asso. Ethiopia; L Dodzo, World Vision; S Wang, WFP; N Johnson, Canadian Foodgrains Bank; U Krauss, Caribbean Biodiversity Fund; O. Day, CLEAR; F Bretos, The Ocean Foundation; R Sellares, FUNDEMAR; V Pizarro, PIMS; A Leon, Fundación G Puntacana
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 5
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI)
Ms. Judith Fenwick
jfenwick@whoi.edu
+1 508 2893487
American Geophysical Union (AGU)
Mr. Mark Shimamoto
mshimamoto@agu.org
+1 202 7777488
Ocean Visions
Mr. Leonardo Valenzuela Perez
leonardo@oceanvisions.org
+1 919 9031435
Partnership for Observation of the Global Ocean Society (POGO)
Ms. Fiona Beckman
fbe@pml.ac.uk
+44 1752 633424
University of California
Mr. Robert Monroe
rmonroe@ucsd.edu
+1 858 9991738
Three COPs, One Ocean
Earth’s life, water, and climate connect through and rely on a healthy ocean. Better understanding of the ocean’s physical, chemical, and biological systems is central to coordinated progress of all SDGs, as well as the goals of the Rio Conventions on Climate, Biodiversity, and Desertification.

Speakers: P deMenocal-Woods Hole Oceanographic Inst; M Leinen-Scripps Inst of Oceanography; H Sakaguchi-Ocean Policy Res Inst; L Graumlich-AGU; F Arias-POGO; A Turra-Univ of São Paulo; B Ack-Ocean Visions; UNFCCC; UNCBD; UNCCD.
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 6
Vital Voices Global Partnership
Ms. Marina Pisklakova-Parker
marinap@vitalvoices.org
+1 202 8612625
Women Organizing for Change in Agriculture and Natural Resource Management (WOCAN)
Ms. Jeannette Denholm
jeannettegurung@wocan.org
+1 808 4641703
From Global to Local – Financing Sustainable Women-led Climate Solutions
As the global climate crisis intensifies, the role of women in driving innovative, sustainable, and nature-based solutions has become increasingly vital. However, women-led climate initiatives often face significant barriers in accessing the necessary financial resources. This panel will explore the

Speakers: Vital Voices Network Women, Climate Leaders, Vital Voices Staff
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 7
Alliance for Global Water Adaptation (AGWA)
Ms. Ingrid Timboe
itimboe@alliance4water.org
+1 202 8212142
Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI)
Ms. Dani Gaillard-Picher
danielle.gaillard@siwi.org
+46 73 3374220
Water resilience for equitable and effective mitigation
Nearly all climate mitigation measures depend on freshwater and over 10% of emissions relate to water management. Leaders from government, finance and the scientific community will share why and how to integrate water in mitigation action to curb emissions & ensure resilient low emission development

Speakers: UAE Minister for Energy, Environment or Climate; UK Minister for Energy, Water, Environment or Climate; Executive Director, AGWA; U.S. Department of Energy; Jim Skea (UK) IPCC Chair; IEA; GRUNDFOS Foundation; Environment sector leaders, IUCN, Ramsar or WWF; International Water Management Institute
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 8
International Fertilizer Association (IFA)
Ms. Margot Clifford Laguette
mclifford@fertilizer.org
+33 7 50465258
Australian Forest Products Association (AFPA)
Ms. Sara Bray
sara.bray@ausfpa.com.au
+61 402 465349
International Rice Research Institute (IRRI)
Ms. Toni Krizia Vivares
t.vivares@irri.org
+63 49 9178289682
Put your money where your mouth is: commitments and investments to reach net-zero agriculture
Net-zero agriculture will require substantial commitments and investments from all sectors. The event will focus on how to scale up regenerative and low-emission agriculture practices in transparent ways and unlock climate finance for future food and climate security.

Speakers: Representatives from: -IRRI -IFA -GiZ -WWF -WEF -IFC
 
Wednesday,
20 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 9
The University of British Columbia (UBC)
Mr. Chunyu Pan
darthpan@student.ubc.ca
+1 778 5223517
American Forest Foundation (AFF)
Ms. Christine Cadigan
ccadigan@forestfoundation.org
+1 804 9286904
Balance Eco Foundation
Mr. Oliver Rieche
oliver@balance.eco
+20 150 1333229
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
Ms. Sharon London
s.london@fsc.org
+1 206 7303795
Université Laval (Institut EDS)
Ms. Evelyne Thiffault
evelyne.thiffault@sbf.ulaval.ca
+1 418 4552941
Zhejiang Agriculture and Forestry University (ZAFU)
Mr. Chunyu Pan
cpan@stu.zafu.edu.cn
+86 532 1766762951
Advancing the Quality and Integrity of Forestry Climate NbS: Challenges, Innovations, and Strategies
Advancing the climate finance of forest-based NbS to ensure genuine carbon, biodiversity, and socio-economic benefits via lenses like the NCQG and Paris Article 6. Discussing challenges and innovations and promoting collaboration among NGOs, policymakers, and industry leaders for robust forest NbS.

Speakers: Guangyu Wang, Professor, UBC; Rita Hite, CEO, AFF; Dan Morrell, CEO, Balance ECO LTD; Maria Wowro, Program Manager, FSC; Évelyne Thiffault, Professor, Université Laval; Guomo Zhou, Professor, ZAFU; Nuyun Li, President, CIGC; and experts from CGCF, EDF, Verra, INBAR, IUCN, UNEP, WILDAID, etc.
Event Agenda [27 kb]
Event Poster [3 Mb]
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 1
The British Council
Ms. Monomita Nag-Chowdhury
info.climate@britishcouncil.org
+99 4 502501518
International National Trusts Organisation (INTO)
Ms. Catherine Leonard
catherine.leonard@nationaltrust.org.uk
+44 7920 270415
National Trust
Ms. Catherine Leonard
catherine.leonard@nationaltrust.org.uk
+44 7920 270415
Cultural & educational responses to climate change– supporting adaptation, resilience & youth agency
Bringing to life research and practice on how education and culture can improve climate literacy and skills, protect heritage at risk, and inspire hope and action in young people, creatives and communities worldwide to tackle the climate emergency and invigorate nature recovery

Speakers: HRH Princess Dana Firas,President,Petra National Trust Alison Tickell,Julie’s Bicycle Prof Nicola Walshe,Director Education,UCL Fauzy Ismail,President Singapore Heritage Society Bernice Lee OBE,Research Director,Futures Chatham House Raziya Isayeva,Director Development,Khazar Uni Host:BC/INTO
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 2
Vanderbilt University
Ms. Leah Dundon
leah.a.dundon@vanderbilt.edu
+1 615 4280643
Ecological Society of America (ESA)
Ms. Pamela Templer
ptempler@bu.edu
+11 617 2720100
Michigan Technological University (Michigan Tech)
Ms. Sarah Green
sgreen@mtu.edu
+1 906 3692131
Oak Ridge National Laboratory/UT-Battelle, LLC (ORNL/UTB)
Mr. David McCollum
mccollumdl@ornl.gov
+1 865 5767658
Innovations in Climate Change Education: Expanding access, diversity, and skills in higher education
Addressing climate change demands creative thinking from a vast range of disciplines, yet higher education is often siloed. This panel will discuss new innovative programs, including the climate leaders academy, supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation, to educate "transdisciplinarians."

Speakers: Dr. Leah A. Dundon-Director, Vanderbilt University Climate Change Initiative; Dr. David McCollum, Distinguished Scientist, Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Dr. Pam Templer, Chair, Dept of Biology, Boston University; Dr. Sarah Green, Michigan Tech. University; Dr. Jianwei Li, Tennessee State Univ.
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 3
United Nations of Youth Network (UNOY)
Mr. Prince Goodluck OBI
gadylp@yahoo.co.in
+234 0 8032496411
Global Alert for Defence of Youth and the Less Privileged (GADYLP)
Mr. Kennedy Christian Ezedinbu
kennedyezedinbu@yahoo.com
+234 0 8056212653
YOUTH PARTNER IMO STATE GOVERNMENT ON TREE PLANTING.
United Nations of Youth Network & GADYLP mobilise YOUTH in Ubulu ihejiofo and across the state in regular TREE PLANTING in partnership with Imo State Governor Senator Hope Uzodimma who charged the SOLADS to plant 10,000 trees in 6 months while flagging off the Hope Green Revolution in Nov 2022

Speakers: HRM Eze Dr.Goodluck Obi the Convener of the Side Event Hon.Segun Adetola of GADYLP,Senator Hope Uzodimma the Gov of Imo State DR Emeka Ukaegbu Miss Ruth Afoko of YOUNGO BARR CHI IGWE PhD MR EKENE AJATOLAMBA AMB USMAN SHAGARI COMRADE LAWAL Also there will be reps of Children from Global South
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 4
China Association for NGO Cooperation (CANGO)
Mr. Shiyu DONG
dongshiyu@cango.org
+86 10 64097888
China NGO Network for International Exchanges (CNIE)
Ms. Yan Yu
yanyu5818@163.com
+86 10 83907662
Shan Shui Conservation Center (Shan Shui)
Ms. Anyu Chen
chenanyu@shanshui.org
+86 132 62208387
Engaging new players in climate action to make collective impact
Climate change's severity engages NGOs across sectors. Newcomers must reassess strategies, build capacities, and align with global efforts. A session with seasoned experts will guide on integrating new actors and fostering impactful collaboration.

Speakers: Keynote speakers from diverse NGOs and institutions,including CANGO,UNESCAP,ANGOC,CAN Southeast Asia,ISC,Abundant Climate Action Academy, China Association for Building Energy Efficiency, and SEE Foundation will convene to address climate change and sustainable development.
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 5
Earth Day Network (EDN)
Mr. Bryce Coon
coon@earthday.org
+1 616 3406765
TakingITGlobal (TIG)
Mr. Michael Furdyk
mfurdyk@takingitglobal.org
+1 416 3015844
Climate Education as a Climate Solution: Building support, securing financing, and implementation
Panel convening climate education experts with various experiences, approaches, geographic locations, and the inclusion of youth voices. Focused on climate education initiatives implemented by multilateral and community organizations and strategies for financing and implementation

Speakers: K. Rogers, President - EARTHDAY.ORG Sarah Beardmore, Head of Partnerships - Global Partnership for Education Rachel Kyte, Co-Chair VCMI Cinderella Ndlovu, Executive Director - Green Hut Trust Won Jung Byun, Team Leader - GEP UNESCO Ismail Farjia, Executive Manager - Mohammed VI Foundation
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 6
Youth for Sustainable Travel (YfST)
Mr. Genaro Godoy Gonzalez
ggodoyg@fen.uchile.cl
+56 9 34007336
Global Marshall Plan Foundation
Mr. Genaro Godoy
ggodoyg@fen.uchile.cl
+56 9 34007336
Rural Urban Partnership For Africa (RUPFA)
Mr. Justin Ngabu DZ'BO
rupfainternational@gmail.com
+24 3 815990216
Joint Youth-led Event on Intergenerational Equity: ACE and Climate Finance
This event will present the position-building process of YOUNGO and discuss youth positions on NCQG and 2.1c, inviting delegates and stakeholders.

Speakers: YOUNGO Finance & Markets WG YOUNGO Loss & Damage WG Invited delegations TBD Climate Action Tracker
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 7
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
Ms. Mariko Harada
harada.mariko@jaxa.jp
+81 70 31174782
European Space Agency (ESA)
Mr. Frank Martin Seifert
frank.martin.seifert@esa.int
+39 337 1413955
Mozambique
Mr. Hercilo Odorico
herciloodorico@gmail.com
+258 84 6005579
Remote Sensing Technology Center of Japan (RESTEC)
Mr. Masatoshi Kamei
ceos-restec@restec.jp
+81 36435 6782
The Optical Society (OSA)
Mr. David Lang
dlang@optica.org
+1 202 4161499
Universities Space Research Association (USRA)
Mr. Tomohiro Oda
USRA-UNFCCC@usra.edu
+1 202 4792609
Co-creating action-ready climate monitoring and mitigation solution using Satellite observation
Earth observations (EO) play the pivotal role in combating climate change. This event invites national and subnational EO data providers/users and stakeholders and highlights their use cases. This events further discusses challenges and opportunities for co-creating impactful solutions.

Speakers: Government of Brazil, Government of Mozambique, a private sector speaker from Asia, a science speaker from NZ, US, speakers from Space Agencies from Europe (ESA) and Japan (JAXA).
Flyer [436 kb]
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 8
Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
Ms. Phoebe MacDonald
phoebe.macdonald@riba.org
+44 20 73075353
Delta Electronics Foundation
Ms. Mei-shu Huang
claire.huang@deltaww.com
+886 2 978933813
International Code Council
Ms. Judy Zakreski
jzakreski@iccsafe.org
+1 703 8509016
The American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Mr. Derek Washam
derekwasham@aia.org
+1 202 9240137
Buildings Breakthrough for net zero and resilient buildings: Solutions for effective transformation
Effective transformation is essential to achieve net zero and resilient buildings, but what do we need to do to implement this on a mass scale? This event will examine existing structures and how regulation, technology, design and organisations are helping to deliver on this ambition.

Speakers: RIBA and other built environment experts from across the world will discuss how we can embed, replicate and scale up sustainable best practice design that considers the needs of future generations. Stakeholders from governments and other key organisations and individuals will also be represented.
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
11:30—13:00
SIDE EVENT 9
ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability (ICLEI)
Ms. Goksen Sahin
goksen.sahin@iclei.org
+32 4 68453920
University of Technology Malaysia (UTM)
Mr. Loon Wai Chau
lwchau@utm.my
+60 12 2986302
Youth for Unity and Voluntary Action (YUVA)
Ms. Roshni Nuggehalli
info@yuvaindia.org
+91 22 7506245388
Towards NDC3.0: Unlocking Multilevel Governance for 1.5C aligned climate action
As set in the para 161 of UAE Consensus, inclusive, multilevel, gender-responsive and cooperative climate action is key. This event will look at the role of multilevel governance to create feedback loops between all levels of government

Speakers: Minna Arve, Mayor of Turku, ICLEI First Vice-President; Anshul Abbasi, Policy and Planning Lead, National Institute of Urban Affairs, India; Prof Ho Chin Siong - Director of UTM Low Carbon Asia, Malaysia; Dulari Parmar, Project Associate, YUVA, India; Sam Assefa, State of California
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 1
International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS)
Mr. Andrew Potts
andrew.potts@icomos.org
+1 202 2150993
American Anthropological Association (AAA)
Ms. Emily Hite
emily.hite@slu.edu
+1 720 8277894
Architecture 2030 Inc.
Ms. Lisa Richmond
richmond@architecture2030.org
+1 206 2450738
International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)
Ms. Claire McGuire
claire.mcguire@ifla.org
+31 0 681374662
Unlocking the Power of the Culture, Heritage & Knowledge Provisions of the Global Goal on Adaptation
The new GGA framework (UFGCR) puts an unprecedented focus on heritage & culture. This session looks at the benefits/co-benefits of adapting cultural practices & heritage sites, equitably guiding adaption via plural knowledge systems, and building the values & attitudes necessary for climate action.

Speakers: Princess Dana Firas, PNT; Lucy Mulenkei, IIN; Johanna Nalau, Griffith U; Luckson Zvobgo, U of Cape Town; Constantinos Cartalis, Crystal Felima, AAA; JP Silva & Salma Sabour, Preserving Legacies; Claire McGuire, Intl Fed of Libraries; Andrew Potts, Heritage Adapts Alliance; Yasemin Kologlu Arch2030
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 2
Imperial College London
Mr. Neil Jennings
cop@imperial.ac.uk
+44 7734 965465
American Psychological Association (APA)
Mr. Gabe Twose
gtwose@apa.org
+1 757 7840075
The George Institute for Global Health
Ms. Chhavi Bhandari
cbhandari@georgeinstitute.org.in
+91 0 9811028684
Showcasing youth-led action on mental health and climate change
This panel will showcase key global initiatives to understand and operationalise the critical relevance of mental health and psychological resilience to climate resilience, drawing on multisector dialogues in 90+ countries. These efforts depend on and showcase youth-led insights and innovation.

Speakers: Harshita Umesh, YOUNGO; Sandeep Mahraj, University of the West Indies; Emma Lawrance, Climate Cares Centre, Imperial; Mercian Daniel, The George Institute; Amanda Clinton, APA; Ayomide Olude, SustyVibes; Alessandro Massazza, UGMH; John Balbus, Office of Climate Change and Health Equity
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 3
Commonwealth Human Ecology Council (CHEC)
Ms. Emily Robinson
secretary@checinternational.org
+44 79 84674150
Climate Outreach Information Network (COIN)
Ms. Fahmida Miah
fahmida.miah@climateoutreach.org
+44 44 4401865403
Holistic Climate Action:Integrating Community Capacity Building & Engagement for Sustainable Futures
A panel presenting comprehensive strategies and case studies for climate action focusing on the crucial role of community empowerment and involvement. Building awareness and capacity within communities to mobilise and engage effectively in climate action, to lead to sustainable and resilient futures

Speakers: ClimateOutreach Lead: Case studies, ACE Importance/ACE Coalition CSETYouth Lead/Youth Policy Lead: Engaging youth thru inclusive grassroots projects.Energy transition policies for community involvement&capacity building CHEC Lead/Youth Leader: Youth&community-led grassroots sustainable projects
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 5
University Luigi Bocconi, Institute of Energy and Environment Economics and Policy (IEFE)
Mr. Edoardo Croci
edoardo.croci@unibocconi.it
+39 1 3357988914
European Association of Environmental and Resource Economists (EAERE)
Ms. Monica Eberle
eaere@eaere.org
+0 39 3336290524
University of Ferrara (Unife)
Mr. Francesco Nicolli
francesco.nicolli@unife.it
+39 347 434046
Design and promote integrated approaches for carbon neutral and resilient cities
The event will compare urban approaches to drive carbon neutrality and climate resilience. Initiatives will be evaluated considering governance, financial and impact dimensions in the framework of a just transition. Case studies from developing and developed countries will be featured.

Speakers: Elina Bardram, EC DG CLIMA Edoardo Croci, Spoke 1 MUSA Scarl Bocconi University Giorgia Rambelli, Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy Federica Ranghieri, The World Bank Javier Torner, UN-Habitat
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 6
International Labour Organization (ILO)
Mr. Moustapha Kamal Gueye
gueye@ilo.org
Pathways to a just transition: Fostering global collaboration, driving local action
For decades, countries, cities, and companies have developed and tested just transition initiatives across the world. This session will take stock of international experience, progress and challenges to foster greater international cooperation and local action.
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
13:15—14:45
SIDE EVENT 7
China Meteological Service Association
Mr. Jiachen Ding
dingjiachen@chinamsa.org
+86 10 58994012
WildAid
Mr. Duanduan Xie
duanduan@wildaid.org
+86 10 1381099868
Multi-stakeholder support for urban climate change solution
The conference aims to offer case studies of urban responses to climate change for climate-vulnerable countries by inviting multi-stakeholder experts to explore cooperation on climate change solution.

Speakers: China Meteorological Administration officer;Chinese Embassy officer;President of CMSA;Secretary-General of CMSA;Mayor of Yichun;Prof. Cai, Tsinghua University;Dr. Ma, Meteodyn;National Forestry & Grassland Administration officer;WMO officer;CICC Foundation;WILDAID;Head of CNHYG;Mr.Li,Head of HMMG
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 2
International Bar Association
Ms. Emily Morison
emily.morison@int-bar.org
+44 7 955429503
American Bar Association (ABA)
Mr. Tracy Hester
tdheste2@cougarnet.uh.edu
+1 713 7431152
Federal Council of the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB)
Ms. Letícia Campos Mello
ri@oab.org.br
+55 61 981051588
Beyond national frameworks: Lawyers & law associations enhancing ambition through legal approaches
As the critical role of non-state actors in Paris Agreement implementation gains recognition, legal experts from bar associations across the world explore how lawyers are innovating to support climate finance and higher ambition by the private sector, and how law associations can support this work.

Speakers: Moderated by IBA, with leading practitioners from bar associations, law firms and in-house counsel from across the world
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 3
Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation
Ms. Nastassia Bekish
anastasia.bekish@helvetas.org
+995 591 404152
Montenegro
Ms. Sanja Bešović
sanja.besovic@mepg.gov.me
+382 69 624537
Transition in the Western Balkans: Empowering SMEs for Net Zero Economy
Creating a conducive ecosystem for inclusive and sustainable growth is key to engaging SMEs in a just transition in the Balkans. Side event will explore bridging the gap between climate policy aspirations and SMEs' realities by sharing insights from the industry, governments, and development actors

Speakers: Damjan Ćulafić, Minister, Montenegro; Mattias Frumerie, Climate Ambassador, Sweden; Teodora Grncarovska, State Counsellor on Climate Change, North Macedonia; Dragana Radulović, Head of Climate Change Mitigation Division, Serbia; Milena Rmuš, Chamber of Economy, Montenegro; Elene Tkhlasidze, Helvetas
Side Event Agenda [625 kb]
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 4
King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC)
Mr. Joachim Monkelbaan
joachim.monkelbaan@kapsarc.org
+966 5 46961072
Institute of Energy Economics, Japan (IEEJ)
Mr. Takahiko Tagami
tagami@tky.ieej.or.jp
+81 70 87007946
Decarbonization of the transport sector and the role of alternate fuels
Decarbonization of the transport sector can only be achieved by fully utilizing alternate fuels such as e-fuels, hydrogen, and biofuels. This event will focus on pathways for carbon neutrality of the transport sector (land, air, and sea), the role of alternate fuels, and the financing thereof.

Speakers: Speakers from KAPSARC, IEEJ, and TERI as well as other institutions such as ADBI and IMO/ICAO. 1) KAPSARC: Hard-to-abate sectors; aviation and maritime transport, 2) IEEJ: Various pathways for decarbonizing road transport, 3) TERI: Potential of biofuels, 4) ADBI: Role of ESG finance, 5) IMO/ICAO
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 5
International Council on Clean Transportation Inc. (ICCT)
Ms. Chelsea Burroughs
c.burroughs@theicct.org
+1 626 3247576
Calstart, Inc.
Ms. Sita Holtslag
sholtslag@calstart.org
+31 6 54236175
Stichting Smart Freight Centre (SFC)
Ms. Sindhu Nandhakumar
info@smartfreightcentre.org
+31 64 6954405
Implementing zero emission transport through policy and finance
A shift to zero-emission transportation must be supported by strong policy frameworks, regulatory implementation, and the integration of financial assistance for emerging markets. This event will highlight new signatories to international commitments and priorities to ensure an equitable transition.

Speakers: Minister Simon Watts, New Zealand; Dr. Max Puig, Dominican Republic; Minister Juan Carlos Muñoz Abogabir, Chile; Priscilla Rocha, Volkswagen Caminhões e Ônibus; Minister Chris Jansen, Netherlands; Secretary Ed Miliband, United Kingdom
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 7
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Ms. Colincia Levine
colincia.levine@gov.kn
+869 265 7620409
Mom Loves Taiwan Association
Ms. Regine Liu
regineliu@gmail.com
+886 2 975120214
Empowering Green Transition: Harnessing Knowledge and Innovation for Sustainable Development
This event focus on accelerating the green transition of government's through effective policies, education, training, and innovative technologies. It will invite representatives from government, ODA, and NGOs to share insights and explore ways to facilitate integration for inclusive growth.

Speakers: Invited experts and representatives.
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 8
Dhaka International University Trust
Mr. Md Bazlur Rahman
bazlur.bba@diu.ac
+880 1718 200985
Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA)
Ms. Rachel Freed
rfreed@uusc.org
+1 917 7704112
Climate Change-Induced Displacement and Migration in Bangladesh: Consequences and Policy Responses
Climate change is the major causes of displacement. The experts predict the escalating global warming is going to experience a larger exodus. The scenario is even more dire. The policy responses have been alarmingly inadequate. This event will discuss the consequences and recommend policy directives

Speakers: Chief Guest- Mr Saber Hossain Chowdhury, Honourable Minister, Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change. Moderator and Host- Mr. Shameem Haider Patwary, Former Member of Parliament. Panellists- Mr Tanvir Shakil Joy, Member of Parliament and Mr Md Shamsuddoha, Chief Executive of CPRD.
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
15:00—16:30
SIDE EVENT 9
CarbonCare InnoLab Limited (CCIL)
Ms. Wai Fun Ho
waifun.ho@ccinnolab.org
+852 9881 7066
Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU)
Mr. Darren Cheung
dmcheung@hkbu.edu.hk
+1 852 34117753
Enabling Just Energy Transitions in Asian Cities
1) Foster inclusive dialogue on just energy transitions in Asian cities using the Talanoa approach. 2)Share experiences, identify challenges, and generate actionable solutions for sustainable urban energy systems.3) Build partnerships and promote knowledge exchange among diverse stakeholders.

Speakers: Emmanuelle Pinault, Climate Champions; Franziska Schmidtke, Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung; Harkiran Narulla,The Sunrise Project; Ilina Stefanova, IRENA; Fun Ho, Kylie Lai, CarbonCare InnoLab; Priscilla Lin, Solmunity
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 1
Society of Entrepreneurs and Ecology Foundation (SEE Foundation)
Ms. Zhiyao Lu
luzhiyao@see.org.cn
+86 10 57505155
Rock Environment and Energy Institute (REEI) (REEI)
Ms. Linjie Bao
baolinjie@igdp.cn
+86 10 1580299077
Empowering Change: The Role of NGOs & Businesses in Forging Public Health & Climate Change Solution
This event aims to showcase successful partnerships between NGOs and other stakeholders in society, and bring together leading business representatives and environmental advocates to discuss strategies for achieving a cleaner, healthier future.

Speakers: Zhou ZHOU,President of SEE Min HU,Director and Co-Founder of iGDP Zhiyao LU,Director of SEE Biao YANG,Secretary General of SEE Zoe KNIGHT,Group Head,HSBC Centre of Sustainable Finance Sabrina PENG,SVP,CSO,Ant Group Jane BURSTON,Clean Air Fund Jessica SEDDON,Yale Univ. CHEN Meian,iGDP
Side Event Poster [2 Mb]
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 2
Michael Succow Foundation for the Protection of Nature (MSF)
Ms. Elisabet Rams
elisabet.rams@succow-stiftung.de
+49 176 46665031
Convention on Wetlands of International Importance especially as Waterfowl Habitat (Ramsar Convention)
Mr. Jerker Tamelander
tamelander@ramsar.org
+41 79 4882095
Global Environment Centre (GEC)
Ms. Siew Yan Lew
serena@gec.org.my
+60 16 3864655
Wetlands International
Ms. Tabitha Muriuki
tabitha.muriuki@wetlands.org
+31 0 686200636
Revealing global peatland hotspots for climate action: Bridging science and policy
We urgently need climate action in priority areas revealed in the Global Peatland Hotspot Atlas launched at the event. The Atlas bridges science and policy through thematic maps and visuals, uniting stakeholders to set ambitious targets and leverage funds for climate action on peatlands and wetlands

Speakers: Ève Bazaïba, DPM, MEDD, DRC (tbc)– Steffi Lemke, Min., BMUV, Germany– Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, Min., Nat. Res. & Env., Malaysia– M.N.A. Kusumah, Dir., MoE, Indonesia– M. Cabrera Leal, VM, MADS, Colombia (tbc) – B. Pozzi, UNEP– J. Peters, MSF– F. Parish, GEC– J. Tamelander, Ramsar– A. Duchelle, FAO
MSF Presentation Revealing global peatland hotspots for climate action [1 Mb]
Concept Note & Agenda [237 kb]
Speakers social media card [1016 kb]
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 3
Vanke Foundation
Ms. Xi Liu
liux481@vanke.com
+86 871 1818381338
China Association of Circular Economy
Mr. Chenlong Wang
13931260312@163.com
+86 10 1581105858
Guangdong Low-Carbon Development Promotion Association
Ms. Kangyan Li
gdlc_getantan@163.com
+86 20 1814890134
People-Centered Transition to a Circular Economy: Creating the Enabling Factors
Circular economy offers a systemic response to the climate crisis. People's behavior plays a pivotal role in its realization. Policy, business practices and the public perceptions need to evolve to embrace new values. This side event aims to share the enabling factors to accelerate the transition.

Speakers: Shengen Fan, Chair Professor and Dean of Academy of Global Food Economics and Policy (AGFEP) at China Agricultural University (CAU)Sebastian Munden, Chair of The Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP)Lisa Moon, President & CEO of The Global FoodBanking Network(GFN)Yvette Cabrera, Director NRDC
The circular economy offers a systemic response to the climate crisis. It emphasizes the regeneration of resources through recycling, reusing, remanufacturing, and reducing waste. It has gained significant traction in recent years as a sustainable alterna [53 kb]
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 4
African Smart Cities Innovation Foundation (ASCIF)
Mr. David Olatunji
david.ascif@gmail.com
+234 907 5523333
Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance (DCAF)
Ms. Gabriela Manea
g.manea@dcaf.ch
+41 76 8307857
Building a Climate-Resilient City: People-centered Preparedness, Crisis Management & Urban Security
Urban spaces with their high concentration of people are among the most vulnerable to climate disasters. Examples from different cities will show how innovative urban design and infrastructure, and multi-stakeholder disaster risk governance can increase community resilience and urban security.

Speakers: 1. Mr. David Olatunji 2. Ms. Csordas Viola 3. Ms. Manea Gabriela 4. Amb. Mohammed Ahmed 5. Mr. Shittu Baba Shittu 6. Dr. Albrecht Schnabel
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 5
University of Leeds
Ms. Debbie Rosen
d.z.rosen@leeds.ac.uk
+44 7887 515528
Cornell University
Ms. Allison Chatrchyan
amc256@cornell.edu
+1 845 2354765
University of Maryland (UMCP)
Ms. Shannon Kennedy
skennedy@umd.edu
+1 585 7270959
International Climate Research Driving Strengthened NAPs and NDCs
This event highlights how cutting-edge research by leading universities can strengthen NAPS & NDCs, driving ambition and action towards the Paris Agreement goals. Topics include the state of the climate system, agriculture, disaster risk reduction, education and training, and engineering solutions.

Speakers: A diverse group of speakers and panelists from leading institutions, representing both academic and broader national, regional and global perspectives, including Aarti Khosla, Piers Forster, Ryna Cui, Ben Furnas, Carla Frisch and Catherine Abreu.
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 6
Congregation of Our Lady of Mount Carmel (Carmelite NGO)
Mr. Eduardo Agosta Scarel
eduardo.agosta@gmail.com
+34 611 659254
Jeunesse Étudiante Catholique Internationale (JECI-IYCS)
Mr. Innocent Odongo
oleeinno444@gmail.com
+33 0 661684821
Laudato Si' Movement (LSM)
Mr. Eduardo Agosta Scarel
eduardo@laudatosimovement.org
+34 611 659254
Society of Catholic Medical Missionaries (SCMM)
Ms. Mary Jane Caspillo
mmsun@medicalmissionsisters.org
+1 215 9009040
UNANIMA International (UI)
Ms. Liana Almony
execasst@unanima-international.org
+1 303 9162746
VIVAT International (VIVAT)
Ms. Maria Lourdes Santos
viny@vivatinternational.org
+1 929 6312798
Faith and Justice in Ecological Transition
Presentation of alternatives for a genuinely just ecological transition as required by climate justice following Catholic Social Teaching, encompassing clear policy guidelines, technology transfer mechanisms, and capacity building: training, education, and social safeguards to support transitioning.

Speakers: Roy Ibrahim, IYCS-JECI; Teresia Gitau, CYNESA; Liana Almony, UNANIMA International; Ben Wilson, SCIAF; Fabian Onyekachi Adindu, VIVAT International; Renato Rallo, Carmelite NGO
Side-Event Concept Note [2 Mb]
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 7
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)
Ms. Nika Greger
nika.greger@giz.de
+49 6196 797142
Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB)
Mr. Carel Cronenberg
carel.CRONENBERG@coebank.org
+33 7 87702245
University of Heidelberg
Mr. Maximilian Jungmann
jungmann@hce.uni-heidelberg.de
+49 1514 417155
Green Skills for the Future: Unlocking Investment for the Global Just Transition
Qualified workers are key for a JT, climate change mitigation and adaptation. Necessary skills must be developed quickly, together with appropriate financing mechanisms to support workers who are either affected by job loss or are in the process of re- or upskilling, as well as future workforces.

Speakers: Speakers from GIZ, the CEB, ILO, ETF, Heidelberg University, Klima Arena, the private sector (tbc) and Country Representatives from the Global South (tbc)
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 8
International Network for Bamboo and Rattan (INBAR)
Mr. BORJA DE LA PEÑA ESCARDO
bescardo@inbar.int
+86 0 1381144520
Youth Initiative for Land in Africa (YILAA)
Mr. Innocent Antoine Houedji
ahouedji@yilaa.org
+229 97 892095
Youth Empowerment,land tenure and green economic development using Bamboo
Bamboo value addition provide onfarm and off-farm jobs&income empowering youth, improving resilience and providing low carbon products, benefiting rural communities impacted by land degradation.The event showcase intersection between bamboo, land tenure, youth, and climate resilience.

Speakers: Prof. Lu Wenming, DDG INBAR, Mr. Juan Carlos Mendoza, IFAD Director ECG, Dr. Moses Ama, Director of Forestry of Nigeria, Mr. Innocent Antoine Houedji, Executive Director of YILAA, Mr. Joe Alba, Congressman of the Philippines, Mr.Kebede Yimam DG EFD
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
16:45—18:15
SIDE EVENT 9
Stichting Mama Cash
Ms. Noemi Grutter
n.grutter@fondocentroamericano.org
+44 7914 307182
Indigenous Information Network (IIN)
Ms. Lucy Mulenkei
iin.kenya@gmail.com
+254 200 722914614
Prakriti Resources Centre (PRC)
Mr. Raju Pandit Chhetri
raju@prc.org.np
+977 1 4528602
Locally-Led Adaptation (LLA) as a means to achieve gender-just climate finance
The Principles for LLA and the Paris Agreement encourage to follow a gender-responsive approach to adaptation. This session will discuss concrete recommendations on ensuring gender-just climate policy and finance following the principles for LLA and supporting climate action of feminist movements.

Speakers: Partners of the Global Alliance for Green and Gender Action will share their experience on gender-just climate policy and finance and discuss good practices and needed actions on gender-just LLA together with government representatives from the Dutch MFA, UK (FCDO), Ireland (IDA) and Canada (GAC).
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 1
Friends of the Earth International (FOEI)
Mr. Sara Shaw
sara.shaw@foe.co.uk
+44 7974 7974008270
Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL)
Mr. Sébastien Duyck
sduyck@ciel.org
+41 22 5967908
Centre for Environmental Justice (CEJ)
Mr. Hemantha Withanage
hemanthaw@eureka.lk
+94 777 600503
European Center for Constitutional and Human Rights e.V. (ECCHR)
Ms. Laura Duarte Reyes
duarte-reyes@ecchr.eu
+49 1 5737970906
From the Shell Climate Case verdict to International Court's Advisory Opinions:a key role for Courts
National decisions such as the Shell appeal verdict and the Advisory Opinions of international courts have huge implications for climate litigation trends globally and actions against carbon majors. We discuss these developments and look at the wider landscape of climate litigation.

Speakers: Speakers include: experts at the heart of the Shell case, those involved with Advisory Opinions and other climate litigation cases.
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 3
Iniciativa Climática de Mexico (ICM)
Ms. Mariana Castillo
mariana.castillo@iniciativaclimatica.org
+52 55 48227737
Centro Alexander von Humboldt
Mr. JOSE ALEMAN
aaleman@canla.org
+505 505 88267474
Fundación Avina (AVINA)
Ms. María Paz González
paz.gonzalez@avina.net
+54 911 56003787
Transforma
Ms. Alejandra Lopez
alejandra.lopez@transforma.global
+52 1 5523331012
Building a Latin American vision towards COP30: a civil society perspective
Civil society networks from Latin America will remark on the shared challenges to account for the region’s climate commitments and the opportunities for CSOs to enhance climate ambition and implementation towards COP30.

Speakers: Rep. network 1: Alejandra López Rep. network 2: Sandra Guzmán Rep. network 3: Mariana Gutierrez / Jorge Villarreal Rep. network 4: Alejandro Aleman / Osver Polo Rep. network 5: Paz González /Andrés Mogro Rep. from a Latam country Rep. from local community Moderator: TBD
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 4
Institute for Agricultural and Forest Management and Certification (Imaflora)
Ms. Marina PIatto
marina@Imaflora.org
+55 19 81770957
Instituto de Pesquisas Ecológicas (IPÊ)
Ms. Simone Tenorio
simone.tenorio@ipe.org.br
+55 12 981230592
Laboratory of the Climate Observatory (OC)
Ms. Stela Herschmann
stela@oc.eco.br
+55 21 987937616
SOS Atlantic Forest Foundation
Ms. Afra Balazina
afra@sosma.org.br
+55 11 999567337
From Baku to Belém: how Brazil will deliver more ambitious climate policy and lead by example?
The need for countries to present more ambitious climate commitments aligning with the 1.5-degree Celsius target is urgent. This event will discuss proposals to ensure that Brazil's renewed NDCs are more ambitious and impactful in combating the effects of the climate crisis.

Speakers: Mediador Stela Hershmann - Climate Observatory Speakers Isabel Garcia Drigo – Imaflora Afra Balazina - SOS Mata Atlântica Ane Alencar - Ipam David Tsai - Iema Jarê Pinagé – Engajamundo
 
Thursday,
21 Nov 2024
18:30—20:00
SIDE EVENT 5
Universidad de Barcelona (UB)
Mr. Martí Orta-Martinez
marti.orta@ub.edu
+34 93 4031186
Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF)
Mr. Nnimmo Bassey
nnimmo@gmail.com
+234 300212 8037274395
Universidad Politécnica de Cataluña (UPC)
Ms. Olga Alcaraz Sendra
olga.alcaraz@upc.edu
+34 675 750537
urgewald e.V.
Ms. Nicole Rath
nicole@urgewald.org
+0 49 1794746553
Supply-side climate policies: The atlas of unburnable fossil fuels to Yasunize the world
75% of fossil fuels ongoing concessions need to be prematurely decommissioned to keep global warming below 1.5ºC. The key is to decide WHERE and WHICH concessions. The panel presents a global atlas for decision-makers and discusses the urgency and challenges of adopting supply-side climate policies

Speakers: Panel of scientific experts and representatives of organizations related to supply-side climate policies. Confirmed: Steve Pye (UCL) Nnimmo Bassey (HOMEF) Olga Alcaraz-Sendra (UPC) Martí Orta-Martinez (UB) and someone from Urgewald.
Briefing_Supply Side Policies Event [1 Mb]
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