Events

Background The 2024 milestone of the first Biennial Transparency Reports (BTRs) marked the operationalization of a more robust and accountable climate regime and a pivotal moment for countries to reflect on progress, identify gaps, and generate data-driven insights. The information, lessons, and trends emerging from the BTRs offer a critical evidence base to inform more ambitious, realistic, and implementable climate […]

Following the success of the first webinar, which introduced the fundamental concepts of carbon markets and Article 6 and discussed project development in Pakistan, the second webinar will delve deeper into the waste management sector. The sector is a critical area of focus for Pakistan’s climate action efforts. As urbanization and industrialization continue to rise, the country faces increasing pressure […]

EVENT CALENDAR: 16. June 13.30-14.45 Technology Action Plans for Energy Systems Transformation Official side event – Room Bonn 13.30-14.45 International cooperation for ETF support: Leaving no country behind Official side event – Room Berlin 14.30-16.00 Article 6 Capacity Building Side Event Joint event with UNFCCC – Auditorium Hall, GIZ  Friedrich-Ebert-Allee 32, Bonn 18. June 10.00-13.00 Workshop to facilitate the sharing […]

Improving energy efficiency in buildings is a critical step toward reducing energy consumption, lowering carbon emissions, and enhancing energy security, particularly in rapidly urbanizing regions like Africa. As buildings are among the largest energy consumers, integrating energy-efficient strategies not only reduces environmental impact but also contributes to long-term cost savings, improved occupant comfort, and sustainable development. This three-day virtual training […]

The Global ESCO Network’s Second International ESCO Symposium brings together ESCOs, energy efficiency professionals, policymakers, industry leaders, financiers and energy experts, highlighting the critical role of ESCOs in accelerating the transition toward a low-carbon and energy-efficient future. Through a series of engaging presentations, interactive panel discussions and networking, the symposium presents the latest trends, regulatory frameworks, financing strategies, and success stories in […]

Article 6 carbon markets offer climate mitigation and sustainable development opportunities, but technical readiness remains a challenge. Readiness includes policies, infrastructure, and systems to enable transparent carbon credit trading. The Supporting Preparedness in Article 6 Cooperation (SPAR6C) webinar series and its supporting materials will facilitate a sector-focused discussion about international carbon markets and Article 6, including national policies and strategies, […]

Many schools in East Africa, schools supported by the World Food Programme (WFP), still rely on traditional three-stone fires for meal preparation. This practice not only is a major source of GHG emissions, household air pollution and driver deforestation but also burdens local communities, especially women and children who gather firewood. Furthermore, it impacts food security, with undercooked meals affecting […]

Join us for an insightful webinar exploring the transformative potential of nature-based solutions in fast-growing cities. As urbanization accelerates, NbS offers a promising path to address the challenges of climate change and urban resilience. This session will dive into how NbS can be scaled effectively, overcoming existing barriers to implementation. UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre’s expertise gathered through extensive knowledge-sharing activities […]

Solar-powered irrigation technologies are increasingly recognized as a vital solution for addressing water access challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa, where agriculture is the backbone of livelihoods and food security. With 90% of cropland dependent on unpredictable rainfall and smallholder farmers producing 80% of the region’s food, sustainable irrigation systems are essential for improving productivity and resilience. Despite this potential, solar irrigation […]

Creating access to clean cooking is essential for climate action and was underscored at the recent high-level summit on clean cooking for Africa, organized by the IEA in May 2024. Charcoal and firewood remain major contributors to deforestation and account for 60-80% of black carbon emissions across Africa, driving substantial net carbon emissions. Using briquettes and pellets from agricultural residues […]