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Together for Transparency: Countries convene to enhance evidence-based climate action

Transparency is foundational to strong climate action and the success of the Paris Agreement.  2025 is a crucial year for strengthened climate action through updated pledges backed by greater transparency. With the 2024 deadline for the first Biennial Transparency Reports (BTRs), the Paris Agreement’s Enhanced Transparency Framework moved from design to operationalisation as countries reported on their climate action progress. […]

August 18th, 2025

Building Momentum for Carbon Markets in Support of Pakistan’s Climate Goals

Pakistan is advancing its climate mitigation infrastructure with support from the SPAR6C programme. Recent work and missions focused on enabling policy coherence and technical readiness for future participation in international carbon markets.

August 18th, 2025

Building Capacity of Lusophone Youth in the Climate Transparency Process

Youth inclusion in the global effort to combat climate change is critical to support a future generation of leaders deeply committed to preserving a liveable planet. This includes promoting transparency and creating effective monitoring mechanisms to build a reliable commitment framework and attract climate investments.

August 12th, 2025

New ClimateTech Podcast Episodes Explore Scalable Energy Solutions

Three episodes covering smart energy solutions in Africa and beyond are now available through the Climate Tech Podcast offering practical insights for anyone interested in scalable climate solutions

August 1st, 2025

Sierra Leone Joins TNA V

Sierra Leone has identified mitigation technology priorities in expanding access to clean energy through off-grid solar systems in rural areas and small-scale hydropower plants, as well as developing mini-grid systems to connect rural communities and reduce reliance on diesel generators.

July 18th, 2025

From Silos to Synergy: South Sulawesi Charts Path to Harnessing Renewable Energy as Economic Driver

Three-Day Forum Highlights Need for Cross-Sectoral Coordination and Policy Strengthening

July 17th, 2025

Thailand Steps Up Climate Action With Second TNA

On the 15th of May, 2025 Thailand launched its second Technology Needs Assessment (TNA), marking an expansion of implementation and planning activities since of Thailand’s first TNA in 2012.

July 4th, 2025

Climate Strategy in Focus: Bahrain Kicks Off Technology Needs Assessment

Bahrain has launched its first Technology Needs Assessment, marking a key step in climate technology implementation

July 3rd, 2025

Flic en Flac, Mauritius, Photo: Anton Marchuk, Unsplash

Integrated Climate Solutions to Boost Urban Resilience in Mauritius

UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre and local partners are aligning efforts across nature-based solutions, energy efficiency, and loss and damage to drive lasting climate impact in Mauritius.

July 2nd, 2025

New report: Financing and business models for PV-supported clean cooking

Solar-Electric Cooking Partnership report highlights scalable, inclusive solutions for solar-powered clean cooking

June 23rd, 2025

Unlocking Climate Finance: Belize’s New Strategy Engages Private Sector

New strategy developed with UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre and NDC Partnership support aims to improve private sector investment in climate action in Belize

June 19th, 2025

ESCOs can play important roles in needed investments in energy and energy efficiency in Kenya

New Guidebook Launched to Advance Renewable Energy Through TNAs

A practical new guidebook helps countries advance renewable energy through the Technology Needs Assessment (TNA) process. Designed to support just, inclusive energy transitions, the guidebook offers hands-on guidance for identifying and implementing renewable energy solutions tailored to national contexts.

June 16th, 2025