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Read FAO's statement at the UN_PGA event on “Global stocktaking marking the completion of the United Nations Decade of Sustainable Energy for All to further accelerate the implementation of #SDG7 of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development”. Climate change, energy and food security are inseparable, and energy-smart agrifood systems solutions are climate solutions.  http://bit.ly/3xQz0Ne

Clean cooking solutions play a critical role in #ClimateAction and #SustainableDevelopment. The COP29 side event ‘Future growth scenarios in the clean cooking sector’ organised by Modern Cooking Facility for Africa at the UN Climate Change Conference #COP29 on 14 November, emphasised the pivotal role of carbon finance in making clean cooking technologies accessible and the need for higher carbon prices to improve project economics. It pointed towards a hopeful future where clean cooking is recognised as a key component of the global climate agenda. ➡ Read a summary article from the event: https://lnkd.in/dCMhyfVZ #CleanCooking #Carbonfinance #subsaharanafrica The Nordic Council of Ministers and The Nordic Council, Ash Sharma Nefco - the Nordic Green Bank, Margaret Kim Gold Standard, Tom Price Ecosafi, the Better Cooking Company , Ruth Gichuhi EED Advisory, Hans Olav Ibrekk Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Norad - Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation, Sida, European Commission

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COP29 Insight: Day 9 Highlights  The discussions at COP29 in Baku today turned toward the critical nexus of Food, Water, and Agriculture—a thematic focus that touches the heart of global climate resilience. From groundbreaking initiatives to urgent calls for action, here are the moments that stood out:  🔹 Baku Harmoniya Climate Initiative for Farmers   This flagship program was unveiled to empower farmers with climate-resilient techniques and address the growing challenge of food security. It reinforces the commitment to integrate sustainability into global agricultural practices.  🔹 Tackling Methane from Organic Waste   A high-level meeting focused on reducing methane emissions, leading to the adoption of the Methane Reduction Declaration. This move reflects the global push to mitigate powerful greenhouse gases while transitioning to sustainable waste management.  🔹 Voices for Change   Leaders like John Kerry (U.S. Climate Envoy) and Xie Zhenhua (China’s Special Envoy) emphasized the importance of collective action, particularly in reducing agricultural emissions. Their dialogue showcased the importance of North-South cooperation in achieving global climate targets.  🔹 Agnes Kalibata on Equity   UN Food Systems Envoy Agnes Kalibata captured the essence of the day, stating:   "Agriculture is the bridge between livelihoods and climate action. We must innovate to nourish both people and the planet."*  🔹 Building Resilience   Water management emerged as a key agenda item, with stakeholders discussing innovative solutions to combat water scarcity while ensuring agricultural productivity.  Day 9 reminded us that addressing climate change requires a unified effort across sectors, particularly those as intertwined with daily life as food and water. The stage is set for more transformative actions as tomorrow’s discussions pivot to Urbanization, Transport, and Tourism.  #COP29 #SustainableFarming #MethaneReduction #WaterSecurity #GlobalAction #ESG #ESGAP 

I was glad to appear on Al Jazeera English to discuss not just Delhi's air pollution crisis, but also to comment on the ongoing negotiations at #COP29 in Azerbaijan. 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘳 𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳, 𝘱𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘺𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘮𝘣𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘣 𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴. 𝘠𝘦𝘵, 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘺 𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦? 𝐎𝐧 𝐂𝐎𝐏29:  ◾ We're halfway through the COP29 climate conference, and climate finance negotiations in Azerbaijan remain at a deadlock. ◾ These conferences reveal that they often act as a double-edged sword—an essential platform for dialogue, but also a source of deep frustration due to persistent gaps between promises and action, and an avenue to legitimise greenwashing. ◾ One of the most pressing issues at COP29 has been financing. Developing nations, especially those like India with one of the lowest per capita emissions, continue to face barriers to accessing the climate finance needed to transition to sustainable pathways. Despite contributing relatively little to the global carbon footprint, our emissions will inevitably rise unless we receive adequate support. ◾ Instead of pinning all our hopes on COP conferences alone, we must leverage other platforms like the #G20, #CHOGM and the Subsidiary Bodies (SBs). These forums can play a critical role in driving collective action, especially for developing countries caught between growth imperatives and climate responsibilities. 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥𝘴 𝘥𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘣 𝘱𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘭𝘦 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘴𝘵? 𝐎𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐡𝐢'𝐬 𝐀𝐢𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐬: ◾ Meanwhile, air pollution in New Delhi has rendered the air hazardous, with the AQI touching unprecedented numbers. ◾ In Delhi, air pollution is a complex issue that's often oversimplified. The issue of stubble burning makes for great political fooder, but we often forget the real contributor to our worsening air quality is vehicular emissions— which is amplified by challenging meteorological conditions. The bottom line is, without greater global cooperation and the operationalisation of climate finance, the ambitions set at COP will remain just that—ambitions. 🌱 Hear my complete thoughts on the issue in the video below. For those interested in catching the complete segment, you can refer to this link: https://lnkd.in/dXNHCyjj Share your thoughts! Al Jazeera Media Network | Mohammed Jamjoom | Suzanne Lynch | Peter Newman | Commonwealth Human Ecology Council (CHEC) #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateFinance #DelhiPollution #YouthVoices #InsideStory #

A captivating season for climate conferences in 2024! With COP29 approaching fast in Azerbaijan, and the UN’s 2024 Biodiversity Summit taking place in Colombia this weekend! Engagment creates demand. Demand leads to change. Change stimulates growth. How are you getting involved?

🌍 The global food system accounts for about one-third of human-caused greenhouse gas emissions, with meat and dairy alone contributing 14.5%. This week at #COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, global leaders and experts are addressing urgent climate challenges. 🌱 While energy and industry often take centre stage, this year's discussions also focus on the critical role of food systems in driving emissions—and their potential as part of the solution. Two days ago, COP29 Food, Agriculture, and Water Day highlighted the urgency of transforming food systems to better serve people and the planet. 🌾 💡 At the Action On Food Hub, EIT Food, ProVeg International, and Future Economy Forum, in partnership with the High-Level Climate Champions, are working to amplify the Food Systems Call to Action and drive progress on sustainable food systems. How do you think global policies can tackle the food-climate challenge? Should we focus on #innovation, #sustainablefarming, or #shiftsinconsumption? 💬 What actions do you think #COP29 should focus on to reduce the climate impact of our food systems? FoodUnfolded is funded by EIT Food, a body of the EU 🇪🇺 Post by Celine Willmore Graphics by Emma Berthaud

On this International Day of Climate Action, we recognize the urgent need to address the challenges posed by a projected global population of 9.7 billion by 2050. This increase will place unprecedented pressure on our food systems, necessitating innovative solutions to ensure sustainability and resilience. Join us at the Agri-Food Systems Summit during COP29 Azerbaijan, hosted at the Climate Action Innovation Zone. This pivotal event will bring together industry leaders, scientists, and policymakers to explore innovative strategies for transforming global food systems. By collaborating today, we can take decisive steps toward shaping the future of food and safeguarding our planet. Be part of this essential conversation for a sustainable tomorrow. Register here: https://lnkd.in/exBgECpU For more information: agrifoodsummit.org #COP29 #SustainableAgriculture #AgriFoodSystems #ClimateAction #Sustainability

In her article on the importance of investing in nature, Razan al Mubarak, President of IUCN and UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for COP28, writes about the critical work of Tropical Forest Alliance: “Net-zero targets cannot be met without action on deforestation yet a number of key companies and financial institutions are persistently ignoring their role in exacerbating the problem. This needs to change and leaders within the sector are demonstrating how, with initiatives like Tropical Forest Alliance playing a pivotal role in galvanising the finance sector on this critical issue.” https://lnkd.in/g5EKshu6 #COP #Finance #Deforestation

💰 It’s time for a climate finance reset at #COP29Azerbaijan! 🌍 Food systems are vital for a sustainable future but remain critically underfunded. While public climate finance has increased overall, the portion allocated to food systems has dropped to just 2.5%, and sustainable food systems receive just 1.5% of public climate finance❗ This new report, developed together with the Global Alliance for the Future of Food, reveals the urgent need to scale up climate finance by 10x to $500B annually to transform food systems and build resilience for those on the frontlines of the crisis—smallholder farmers, fishers, and Indigenous Peoples. 🌱 Key actions for resilient food systems include: ✅ Phase out fossil-fuel-based agrochemicals ✅ Shift to renewable energy in food processing ✅ Redirect harmful subsidies toward sustainable practices like agroecology ✅ Support local and Indigenous food systems The New Collective Quantified Goal (#NCQG) is a pivotal opportunity to channel resources where they’re needed most—food systems adaptation and mitigation. 📖 Discover actionable strategies to drive impactful change: https://lnkd.in/dMnKcddZ #ClimateFinance #ClimateAction #FoodSystemsTransformation COP29 Azerbaijan haseeb bakhtary Sara Minoli Lauren Baker Matheus Alves Zanella