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🌍 Explore the Meaning of Trust in the Face of Climate Change! 🌿 👉Dive into Martin Baxter's thought-provoking article to discover why COP28 is the key to finding a global solution to the climate crisis and why the era of 'business as usual' is long gone: https://okt.to/uxU9o8 #ClimateAction #TrustInChange #COP28 #SustainableFuture #MartinBaxter #MustReadArticle

With the latest science from COP29 in hand, it’s clear: our mission to address climate change has never been more urgent—no matter the uncertainty that may lie ahead. The new findings show that we’re at a pivotal point, with rising temperatures, extreme weather, and vulnerable ecosystems all demanding immediate action. But with potential shifts in administration, there may be a different landscape for climate policy in the U.S. Here are a few key takeaways—and how we can continue moving forward: 1. Accelerating Adaptation and Resilience: Our communities, especially those most vulnerable, need to be protected from increasing climate impacts. Focusing on nature-based solutions (NbS) and local resilience projects are strategies that can adapt to changing priorities while delivering crucial benefits to people on the ground. 2. Staying on Track with Emissions Goals: While policy may shift, the science is steady. Cutting emissions remains essential, and we can continue supporting clean energy, sustainable infrastructure, and reduced carbon footprints in ways that align with broader goals of economic growth and resilience. 3. Building Climate Literacy and Partnerships: Knowledge-sharing and cross-sector partnerships are essential. Educating communities and empowering local leaders can drive climate progress even when federal policies shift. Strong local engagement is our anchor in times of change. 4. Ensuring Equitable Adaptation Efforts: We need to ensure that the most affected communities—often the least represented—are prioritized in adaptation planning. Supporting vulnerable populations through resilience funding, adaptation planning, and equitable resource distribution is a mission that transcends politics. As we prepare for what might be an uncertain administrative change, our focus remains steady. The climate mission is a long-term endeavor that requires resilience, flexibility, and a commitment to sustaining progress regardless of shifts in political landscape. This is a time to double down on local and grassroots efforts, continue the dialogue, and drive forward with innovative solutions and partnerships. The science makes our direction clear—the task is to adapt and keep moving forward. We owe it to our communities, our ecosystems, and our future generations. https://lnkd.in/eWwWebR7 #ClimateAction #COP29 #Resilience #Adaptation #CommunityResilience #Sustainability #NatureBasedSolutions #ClimateLiteracy

As in professional journey to ESG Program and exploring the findings of the IPCC 6th Assessment Report (AR6), I have come to grasp the urgent message it delivers. The report provides a detailed analysis of the accelerating effects of human activities on the climate. With rising global temperatures, more frequent extreme weather events, and threats to ecosystems, the report stresses the necessity of immediate action to limit warming to 1.5°C. Without significant intervention, the risks will become severe and widespread, impacting both natural systems and human societies. The report concludes that while limiting global warming to 1.5°C is still achievable, time is running out. Immediate, deep, and sustained reductions in greenhouse gas emissions are critical to avoiding the most dangerous impacts of climate change. It emphasizes that every fraction of a degree counts, and failing to act now will result in escalating climate costs, increased loss of biodiversity, and heightened risks to human health and well-being. In response to these findings, an effective action plan should prioritize transitioning to renewable energy sources, decarbonizing industries, and investing in nature-based solutions such as reforestation and carbon capture. Global cooperation is essential, as is the role of individuals, policymakers, and businesses in implementing sustainable practices. The report highlights the need for bold changes and collective effort to create a climate-resilient future. #IPCC #Sustainability #ZeroCarbonFootprint #GHG #Climatechange #Saveplanet #emissioncontrol

Today the Co-Chairs of the Net-Zero Recognition and Accountability Framework Consultation submitted their recommendations to UN Climate Change: https://bit.ly/4dSw1nI. Both High-Level Champions have shared their initial reaction. --------------- "I welcome the carefully-considered recommendations that Prof. Sarah Bloom Raskin and Dr. Bing Leng have published today following their independent stakeholder consultation. The Net Zero Recognition and Accountability Framework Consultation Co-Chairs have rightly recognized the wide-ranging and significant contributions of real economy actors in driving global climate action. I take great pride in the work Race to Zero and all our collaborators have done – and continue to do – to build momentum and strengthen best practice among non-state actors on net zero. They have also correctly identified the need for more transparency and more accessible, comparable information to empower and strengthen this work. Once the UNFCCC have digested and responded to these independent recommendations, we and our partners stand ready to support the UNFCCC in their next steps towards implementing the recommendations. With updated Nationally Determined Contributions on the horizon, we need all actors supporting national governments in this critical effort." - H.E. Razan Al Mubarak, UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for COP28 --------------- “Voluntary non-state actor action is absolutely critical to addressing our shared climate goals. I am impressed by the leadership I have seen from businesses, investors, cities, states and regions and, as High-Level Champion for COP29, am committed to building on the foundations laid by previous Champions through the Race to Zero and Race to Resilience, and to taking that work to the next level.   Accessible, transparent and easily comparable information is extremely important to ensure the transition works for everyone and leaves no one behind, especially smaller businesses and investors, who need information, tools and an even playing field to thrive in the transition. I look forward to working closely with the UNFCCC as they take the next steps, following their consideration of the Net Zero Recognition and Accountability Framework consultation Co-Chairs’ independent recommendations issued today.” - Nigar Arpadarai, UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for COP29

The challenges we face when tackling the climate crisis are not just environmental. They are also deeply intertwined with issues of fairness and economic justice. We unequivocally need bold and ambitious climate action to limit global warming to 1.5°C, but we also have to understand the impacts of this transition and make sure that we are minimizing the losses and maximizing the benefits. This blog by Sangji Lee outlines what’s next for a just transition in 5 steps. https://lnkd.in/ex3jGvKg

Day 1 of Island Voices @ COP28 Session 7: Climate crisis action through cross-border collaboration and entrepreneurship Join 10 climatetech companies from around the world demonstrating how their technologies can help the public sector and corporations address climate change challenges and obligations. This ClimateTech Showcase is the culmination of three months’ work by The GovTech Global Alliance, a global network of  government innovation teams to source, surface and scale climate tech solutions for global public sector application. Session 8: In Conversation with Yuri Soares: ESG and Green Development for SIDS Environment, Social, Governance (ESG) policy has become a new opportunity for development for island communities. In this fireside chat we will learn about how islanders can leverage ESG for sustainable development and green growth. Session 9: Climate Blueprint: Dominica After experiencing the devastating effects of Hurricane Maria in 2017, the Caribbean island of Dominica chose to take radical action in the face of climate change: to become the first climate resilience nation in the world. Five years later, they have the plan to make this vision a reality. We hear from a historian on centuries old building practices and a young indigenous chief on the legacy of colonialism. This historical context sets the stage for greater understanding of the challenges facing the country today. This story imagines and demonstrates what a resilient future could look like if everyone gets behind this transformation; and how Small Island Developing States (SIDS) can be a model and resource for the rest of the world on climate ambition and resilient design–if we just pay attention. This story is not just about Dominica, but the whole SIDS community, and by extension, the global community. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with the film producer and CEO of the Climate Resilience Execution Agency for Dominica (CREAD). Register for Island Voices @ COP28 here: https://lnkd.in/d3yNu8Dq

Five steps to just inclusive green transition! Read my UNDP colleague Sangji Lee’s excellent blog.

As countries prepare for #COP29, world leaders and experts are uniting to establish measurable indicators for climate adaptation. #MonashLens explores how these indicators are essential for tracking progress and ensuring accountability in the fight against climate change. 📊 Defining these metrics is a vital step towards adapting to the changing climate and safeguarding communities around the globe. Read more about this significant work and the impact it could have for future generations: http://mona.sh/wQJN50U2J5R

#NationallyDeterminedContributions (NDCs) are the national climate action plans that each country signatory to the Paris Agreement must develop, implement, and periodically update. The Paris Agreement, adopted in 2015, is an international climate change treaty with the primary goal of limiting global warming well below 2 degrees Celsius compared to pre-industrial levels and pursuing efforts to limit the increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius. The main features of the NDCs - National Contributions: Each country sets its targets and actions to reduce GHG emissions, considering its national circumstances, capabilities, and level of development. - Periodicity: NDCs should be submitted every five years, with each new version representing progress from the previous one, reflecting increasing ambition. - Transparency and Traceability: Countries must communicate the actions they intend to take to achieve their targets and be transparent in reporting on progress towards them. - Adaptation and Mitigation: NDCs include mitigation measures (e.g., reducing greenhouse gas emissions) and adaptation actions (e.g., addressing ongoing or projected climate change impacts). -International Support: A key component of NDCs, particularly for developing countries, is including information on the needs for financial, technological, and capacity-building support from the international community to achieve their goals. Purpose of NDCs: 1. Emission Reduction: The main objective of NDCs is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to combat climate change. 2. Promotion of Sustainable Development: The NDCs aim to integrate climate action with sustainable development goals by improving countries' resilience and adaptation to climate impacts. 3. Global Cooperation: The NDCs represent a joint effort by all countries to address a global challenge by promoting international cooperation and solidarity. Implementation and Review Implementation: Countries must implement the policies and measures outlined in their NDCs, monitor progress, and adapt strategies according to the results obtained. Review and Update: Countries must update their NDCs every five years to increase ambition and respond to new scientific evidence and changes in national and global circumstances. NDCs are a vital instrument of the Paris Agreement to mobilize national action against climate change by promoting a global and coordinated commitment to environmental sustainability. #NDCs #CO2Offset #sustainability #betterfuture

WRN News - Global: Featured Article What Is COP29 & Why It’s Important? As COP29 approaches, global attention turns to the urgent need for unified climate action. This pivotal conference will address critical issues like emissions reduction, climate finance, and resilience strategies. With $800 million of daily trade impacted, the stakes have never been higher for sustainable solutions and a global commitment to combat climate change. Full Article Here: https://lnkd.in/ggcUiRNg #COP29 #ClimateAction #Sustainability #EnvironmentalJustice #WRNNewsGlobal