UNGA Guide 2023Climate action requires significant investment but this is challenging in a landscape characterized by inflationary pressures and economic uncertainties. Inflationary pressures can put stress on climate related infrastructure projects, renewable energy initiatives and sustainable business ventures. Yet doing nothing is not an option. De-risking climate investment is essential for driving forward the green transition, bolster...
The heavy-duty road freight sector represents 4% of vehicles on the road globally, yet is responsible for 5% of all CO2 emissions. That's greater than the contribution of the aviation and ocean shipping sectors combined, with highly negative consequences for the climate and our health. This session will convene players from across the sector –...
Long overshadowed by discussions on renewable energy and emissions reduction, the restoration, conservation, and protection of biodiversity has emerged as a central pillar in the fight against global warming. The adoption of the far-reaching Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework to address biodiversity loss, restore ecosystems and protect indigenous rights at COP15 in Montreal marked an important...
CLOSED MEETING - The adoption of the Global Biodiversity Framework paves the way for a worldwide transition towards a nature positive future. With half of the world’s GDP highly or moderately dependent on nature, businesses will play a critical role in the transition and will be required to support mobilizing the $700 billion annual investment...