2050 Pathways Platform

LTS at COP26: Event Guide
2021-10-21 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
The UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) will be hosted by the UK in partnership with Italy and will take place from October 31st to November 13th 2021 in Glasgow, UK.

Below is a selection of LTS or net zero related side events at COP26. Please note that this list will be updated regularly, however may not reflect real-time changes to some events. For the full and most up-to-date list, please refer to the UNFCCC Side Event and Exhibit List available here. For further information on these events we recommend contacting the organizers directly.

LTS or net zero related events featuring countries

Date
Time/Location
Organizers
Event description
Speakers

Monday
01 Nov 2021
10:00 – 11:00
Colombia Pavilion
Colombia
Event on Colombia’s Long-term Strategy elaboration

Monday
01 Nov 2021
13:30
Argentina Pavilion
Argentina
Event on Argentina’s advances in climate policy: The National Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Plan, and the Long-term Strategy to 2050

Thursday
04 Nov 2021
18:30—19:45
Multimedia Studio 2
Tunisia and Association tunisienne des changements climatiques et du développement durable (2C2D)
Raise the ambitions to reach carbon neutrality in 2050
how to pave the way to reach carbon neutrality in 2050 in developing countries. The vision of Tunisia towards carbon neutrality will be presented as a case study. Governments, NGOs and climate experts will discuss the approach to be adopted in the different mitigation sectors
Speakers: Ministry of Local Affairs and Environment (Tunisia) GIZ

Friday,
05 Nov 2021
9:30-10:30 NDC Partnership Pavilion (Blue Zone)
AFD, IDDRI
Long-term low GHG emissons development strategies in Africa
Speakers: Nigeria, AFD, IDDRI

Friday,
05 Nov 2021
12:00-13:30
MDB Pavilion
MDB Paris Alignment Working Group
Long-term low GHG emissions development strategies
Speakers: 2050PP, two countries and others tbc

Friday, 05 Nov 2021
13:15—14:30 Multimedia Studio 1
Côte d’Ivoire and Association Française des Entreprises pour l’Environnement (EpE)
Accelerating climate action via circular economy, a holistic approach to the long-term global goal
Building on the findings of the global consultations on circular economy, convened by UNIDO in May 2021, the side event will discuss how best we can put the concept of circular economy into practice, with a focus on accelerating climate action and achieving the long-term global goal.
Speakers: The event will feature a panel of dignitaries, including Ministers and Heads of Organizations as well as representatives from the private sector and academia

Friday,
05 Nov 2021
15:45 – 17:00 EUROCLIMA+ Pavilion
FIIAPP – EUROCLIMA+
Long-Term Climate Strategies: Experiences and perspectives in Latin America.
Exchange experiences of countries in the region on the construction of their LTS. Cases of Chile, Uruguay, Panama and Honduras. Present the initiative of the Latin American Network for Long-Term Climate Planning, as an articulating instrument that facilitates the use and access to collaboration initiatives in LTS of the countries of the region.
Speakers: countries, UNEP, IDB, NDCP, Cepal.

Saturday,
06 Nov 2021
13:00—14:30
Climate Action Room 2
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Strengthening NDC ambition through circular economy: the path for 1.5 degrees
The purpose of this event is to highlight the why and how for integrating SCP and circular economy measures and perspectives into NDCs and LT-LEDS and share the experiences of countries that have been exploring how circular economy policies and actions can enhance GHG emission reductions and incre..
Speakers: Moderator: Mr. Rodrigo Rodriguez Tornquist, Secretary of Climate Change, Sustainable Development and Innovation, Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development of Argentina (tbc)

Sunday, 07 Nov 2021
09:30 – 11:30
Merchants House
0/1, 7 West George Street, G2 1BA
IDDRI, 2050 Pathways Platform, BIICS country partners
Country analysis on Long-Term Strategies in emerging economies
The purpose of this event is to launch the full set of results of the 3-year Deep Decarbonization Pathways (DDP) project in Brazil, India, Indonesia and South Africa. The country leads will present the main policy recommendations emerging from the scenarios developed and the policy analysis undertaken in collaboration with various stakeholders. Country policy-makers, as panelists, will contribute to the appraisal of the short-term agenda identified by the in-country scientists as well as the effectiveness of different approaches used to inform LTS. Researchers, practitioners, NGOs, think tanks and policymakers are invited to join the DDP community to learn and discuss critical priorities for these countries and for international cooperation.
Registration: https://forms.gle/cW6Gy5wYgwoAMFqMA
Speakers include: Marta Torres Gunfaus, IDDRI Anna Pérez Català, IDDRI

Monday,
08 Nov 2021
13:15—14:30
Clyde Auditorium (175 pax)
Peru and Libélula Instituto para el Cambio Global
Building a long-term vision in Latin America for Climate Action
Show and share the construction progress and good practices of a long-term, resilient and low-carbon development vision in Latin America, based on experiences of the Peruvian Government and partner countries for the implementation of climate action, through multi-level, multiactor and multisector
Speakers: 1. Minister of the Environment of Peru Representatives of the: 2. Ministry of the Environment of Costa Rica 3. National Planning Directorate of Colombia 4. Subnational Government of Peru 5. Private sector of Chile 6. Financial sector of Colombia 7. The IADB

Monday,
08 Nov 2021
13:15—14:30
Lomond Auditorium (144 pax)
Palau; Foundation of Taiwan Industry Service (FTIS); Mom Loves Taiwan Association
Civil Society Actions for Campaign to Be Carbon Neutral by 2050
Theme: Islands countries often encounter dilemmas between economic development and environmental conservation. Palau is famous for its pristine marine environment and ancient culture. Palau’s Nationally determined Contribution set up an aggressive national carbon-neutral goal.
Speakers: 1.Charlene Mersai, National Environmental Coordinator 2.Thomas How Chang Wang

Monday,
08 Nov 2021
16:45—18:00
Multimedia Studio 3
Government of Belize and Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI)
Accelerating Innovation Transition and Raising Low-Carbon Strategies Towards Net-Zero Perspectives
Exploration of decarbonization solutions and share experiences for achieving net-zero perspectives. Insight discussions with practical strategies will lead to green transition actions and scale up ambitions to meet the 1.5C goals for a resilient society.

Tuesday 09 Nov 2021
10:30-13:00 German Pavilion (Blue Zone)
International Climate Initiative (IKI), NDC Partnership, 2050 Pathways Platform
High-Level Event: The International Climate Initiative – Alignment of NDC and Long-Term targets for net-zero targets
High-level country representatives tbc

Tuesday 09 Nov 2021
13:00-15:00 Meeting Room 4
UK COP26 Presidency
High-Level event on Keeping 1.5C Alive

Tuesday,
09 Nov 2021
13:15—14:30
Lomond Auditorium (144 pax)
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
UNFCCC, UNEP, Ambition: The Emissions Gap Report 2021
This joint UNFCCC and UNEP side event features key findings of the Emissions Gap Report 2021 and a high-level panel debate on opportunities for enhancing ambition and accelerating action, the imperative of aligning NDCs for 2030 with net-zero emissions by mid-century, the role of markets, and more.

Tuesday,
09 Nov 2021
15:00—16:15
Multimedia Studio 3
Nordic Council of Ministers (NCM), Nordic Development Fund, SINTEF Foundation
Nordic Climate Neutrality and Market Mechanisms
All Nordic countries aim for carbon neutrality, which requires relevant climate policies. The event discusses the role of carbon pricing and Paris Agreement’s Article 6 in Nordic climate policy and considers the private sector’s role in market mechanisms and implications of voluntary compensation.
Speakers: All TBC Minister from the Nordics Paula Lehtomäki, Sec. General, Nordic Council of Ministers Hanna-Mari Ahonen, Perspectives Climate Group Nils Røkke, Exec. Vice President, SINTEF Ash Sharma, Senior Director, Nefco & Chair, NICA Sebastian Carbonari, Head of Section, Ministry of Env., Sweden

Wednesday 10 Nov 2021
14:00-15:30 IDFC Pavilion (Blue Zone)
AFD, 2050 Pathways Platform
Supporting Long-term Strategies: Some Lessons from Country Experiences and Implications for MDBs
Development banks have a major role to play in catalysing and redirecting global public and private investment in support of transitions towards low-carbon and climate-resilient development, in line with Paris Agreement objectives. The event will draw some lessons from various countries currently engaged in a LTS process supported by the 2050 Facility and the 2050 Pathways Platform, bringing together representatives of governments, development banks and think tanks.
Speakers: CSTEP; Alex Saer, Director of Climate Change and Risk Management, Ministry of environment and sustainable development of Colombia (MADS); Patricia Campos, Director of Climate Change, Ministry of Environment and Energy of Costa Rica (MINAE); Sergio Gusmao, Vice-President, Latin American Association of Development Financing Institutions (ALIDE) ; François-Xavier Duporge, Deputy Head of Climate Change of AFD; Representatives from Morocco, Viet Nam, AFD, 2050 Pathways Platform

Wednesday,
10 Nov 2021
16:45—18:00
Forth Room (44 pax)
Comisión Centroamericana de Ambiente y Desarrollo (CCAD); Guatemala; Honduras
Building Resilience in the Central American Region: AFOLU 2040 Initiative.
By 2030, the SICA region (Central America and Dominican Republic) aims to establish and manage ten million hectares of sustainable productive landscapes that are resilient to climate change, and achieve carbon neutrality by 2040.
Speakers: Ministers of Environment and Agriculture from Central America and Dominican Republic, FAO, UNEP, GIZ.

Thursday,
11 Nov 2021
13:15—14:30
Lomond Auditorium (144 pax)
Nigeria; Chad; Griha Council
Strengthening climate action through NDC and enhanced transparency initiative
NDC is a milestone to achieving country’s set commitments towards low carbon trajectory. Effective transparency framework makes it achievable. The event will explore best practices and lessons learnt.
Speakers: 1. Federal Ministry of Environment, Nigeria 2. Initiative for Climate Action Transparency (ICAT) 3. Federal Mistry of Agriculture, Nigeria 3. Oil and Gas, Nigeria 4. Ministry of Petroleum Resources 5. Federal Ministry of Power

Thursday, 11 Nov 2021
15:00—16:15
Multimedia Studio 1
Climate Action Reserve and the Climate Registry (TCR)
North American Climate Leadership and Strategies on the Road to Net Zero
Sub-national action is essential to decarbonize the global economy and meet the Paris Agreement goals. Innovative leaders from the U.S., Canada and Mexico will highlight policies, practices and partnerships that are driving results on the road to net zero.
Speakers: Governor Gavin Newsom, California, USA; Minister Jonathan Wilkinson, Environment and Climate Change, Canada; Maria Luisa Albores, Head of SEMARNAT, Mexico; Governor Jay Inslee, Washington, USA; Governor David Y. Ige, State of Hawaii, USA; Governor Kate Brown, State of Oregon, USA

Thursday,
11 Nov 2021
15:00—16:15
Clyde Auditorium (175 pax)
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD); Climate Markets and Investment Association Limited (CMIA); International Energy Agency (IEA)
Implementing the Paris Agreement – An Update by the Multilateral Development Banks
The joint MDBs are actively taking on board the objectives of the Paris Agreement and assisting countries of operation and the private sector in its implementation. This session will discuss progress on the Alignment with the Paris Agreement, Support for Long Term Strategies and NDCs and Article 6.
Speakers: Senior management level MDBs (ADB, AfDB, AIIB, EBRD, EIB, IFC, IaDB, IsDB, WB), Member Standing Committee on Finance, Country of Operation, Private Sector

Thursday,
11 Nov 2021
15:00—16:15
Multimedia Studio 3
Oil Change International (OCI), Human Rights Foundation of Aotearoa New Zealand (HRF), Rainforest Action Network (RAN), SustainUS
Planning a just and equitable phase out of fossil fuel production to limit warming to 1.5°C
This event will present the case for a managed decline of the oil and gas industry, highlighting the case for governments to align the production of fossil fuels with the 1.5°C limit and highlighting local, national and international initiatives to end fossil fuel expansion.
Speakers: – Ploy Achakulwisut, Stockholm Environment Institute – Romain Ioualalen, Oil Change International – Nikki Reisch, CIEL – Rainforest Action Network – Representatives from the Danish and Costa Rican governments – Greg Muttit, IISD – Indigenous and frontline activists

Thursday,
11 Nov 2021
18:30—19:45
Forth Room (44 pax)
Russian Federation; NGO Center for Environmental Innovation (NGO CEI)
Low-Carbon Development Pathways: The Role and Approaches of Russia
Russia plays an important role in the international efforts to combat climate change. The Paris Agreement determines ambitious mitigation and adaptation targets which would require extensive efforts of the the world community. Russia contributes a lot to these efforts.
Speakers: Representatives of the Ministry of Economy, Ministry of Energy, World Energy Council, Rosatom, RUSAL, Sberbank, NGO CEI

Other Relevant Events

Date
Time/Location
Organizers
Theme
Speakers

Wednesday, 03-Nov-21
11:30—12:45
Lomond Auditorium (144 pax)
South Asia Co-operative Environment Programme (SACEP) and Sri Lanka
Good Practices in NDC update process and implementation in South Asia: Challenges/lessons learned
In this event SACEP member countries (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka) will share good practices, challenges and lessons learned from their NDC update process in order to achieve the long-term goals of the Paris Agreement.
Speakers: Ministers of Environment and selected High-Level Experts from SACEP member countries, Director General of SACEP.

Wednesday
03 Nov 2021
16:45—18:00
Multimedia Studio 1
China Association for Science and Technology (CAST),
Institute of Environment and Sustainable Development in Agriculture, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Science (IESEA CAAS)
The Path to Regional and Global Carbon Neutrality
1. climate change and the needs for global carbon neutrality 2. energy- and nature-based solutions to climate change 3. strategies towards carbon neutrality and sustainable development goals 4. implications to social, economic, and political development among nations
Speakers: Wenjie Dong(host), Dahe Qin, Guoxiong Wu, Xiangwan Du, Bojie Fu, Yongjiu Dai, Yonglong Lu, Kejun Jiang, Panmao Zhai, Tong Zhu, Cunde Xiao, Tianjun Zhou

Wednesday
03 Nov 2021
16:45—18:00
Multimedia Studio 2
King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC), Institute of Energy Economics, Japan (IEEJ)
Toward net-zero emission pathways using the circular carbon economy framework
The circular carbon economy (CCE) is a holistic approach to managing emissions that takes an inclusive view to all mitigation options & seeks cost-effective solutions that also enable creating value from carbon. The event will explore the role of models/metrics in supporting countries implement CCEs
Speakers: Dr. Mohamad Hejazi (KAPSARC), Ms. Yukari Yamashita (IEEJ), Dr. Mari Luomi (KAPSARC) and other speakers/panelists from several regions to provide international perspective on this important topic.

Thursday
04 Nov 2021
10:45-11:30
SDG7 Pavilion
Climate Analytics
Achieving SDG7 through national pathways to 1.5°C
This event will explore national pathways to 1.5°C for selected countries and how reducing emissions could help the world achieve the SDG7 goal. Presenting our web tool the “1.5°C national pathway explorer”, we will step through the emissions reductions needed at the national level for case study countries, and how governments can achieve these reductions, with a focus on the power sector. We will then share the results of our recent analysis with Solutions For Our Climate on the co-benefits of accelerated climate action and linkages with other SDGs, using South Korea as an example.
Speakers: Climate Analytics, Solutions for Our Climate, 2050 Pathways Platform

Thursday,
04 Nov 2021
11:30—12:45
Multimedia Studio 3
Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization (ACTO)
IDB Group, the partner of LAC´s commitment to the Paris Agreement
LAC countries wish to ensure their recovery is sustainable, inclusive, and resilient. This event will showcase examples for bold climate policy, bankable investments, and innovative financial instruments, as well as the institution´s commitment for a Paris aligned portfolio, including the Amazon.
Speakers: High Level Conversation (tbc) • Mauricio J. Claver-Carone, President of the IDB • Iván Duque Márquez, President of the Republic of Colombia • Gabriela Mendoza, Minister of Development Planning, Bolivia • Yannick Glemarec, Executive Director, GCF

Friday,
05 Nov 2021
13:15—14:30
Clyde Auditorium (175 pax)
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
UNFCCC, Means of Implementation: High Level Event on the Needs of Developing Countries
The purpose of this high-level event is to provide an update of support provided and progress in facilitating the access and mobilization of climate finance for the implementation of priority mitigation and adaptation needs identified by developing countries…

Friday,
05 Nov 2021
16:45—18:00
Lomond Auditorium (144 pax)
Rock Environment and Energy Institute (REEI),
Zhenjiang Green Sanshan Environmental Public Welfare Service Center
Carbon Neutrality in East Asia: Need to Ensure a Just and Inclusive Energy Transition
China, Japan and South Korea’s carbon neutrality pledges would boost a rapid energy transition from fossil fuels to renewables in East Asia. The transition to a carbon-neutral economy also needs to be just and inclusive. Therefore, it’s critical to review challenges and key trends going ahead.
Speakers: Prof. Asuka Jusen, Tohoku University Dr. Kenji Otsuka, Institute of Developing Economics Mr. Kim Joojin, Solution For Our Climate Prof. Shin, Yonsei University Ms. Zolzaya Enkhtur, Climate Campaign NGO Mr. Thorge Ketelhodt, GIZ Mr. Jiang Kejun, Energy Research Institute

Friday,
05 Nov 2021
16:45—18:00
Multimedia Studio 3
International Organization for Standardization (ISO); Consumers International (CI); International Accreditation Forum Inc. (IAF); The Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA)
Building back a net-zero resilient economy through Governance, Policy, Standards, Skills & Inclusion
The climate emergency requires an economy wide approach to integrate net zero and resilience. Linking the real economy through standards and aligning through governance, consumers and skills. We will showcase requirements and explore the role for standards to help fast track and embed transition.
Speakers: UK Government speaker. Scott Steedman, ISO Vice-President / BSI Director-General. Victoria Hurth, ISO/TC309 – Governance. Sarah Mukherjee, CEO of IEMA – Skills. Peter Young, Chair ISO/TC322 – Sustainable Finance. Helena Leurent – Director General of Consumers International.

Friday,
05 Nov 2021
18:30—19:45
Multimedia Studio 1
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
Mr. Abhishek Kaushik; International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA); National Institute of Public Health and the Environment (RIVM); New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO)
Transitioning towards low-carbon and climate resilient pathways by 2050
We will showcase different pathways for achieving a just, low-carbon, and climate-resilient transition by 2050. This will include key considerations for addressing mitigation and adaptation challenges, such as technology innovations, energy use, and emissions to ratchet up climate ambitions
Speakers: Representatives from TERI, ENGAGE consortium, NEDO, and national experts (TBD)

Saturday 06 Nov 2021
16:45—18:00 Multimedia Studio 1
Teri School of Advanced Studies (TERISAS), Ecologic Institute, German Advisory Council on Global Change (WBGU), WiseEuropa -The Warsaw Institute for Economic and European Studies Foundation (WiseEuropa)
Beyond Climate Neutrality: Using LTS to Chart an Equitable Path for a Resilient Planet

Long-term strategies (LTS) and equity considerations are crucial to raise ambition in short-term climate policy, finance and to reach climate stabilization. We discuss their role in sustainability governance, core topics such as energy & transport, ecosystem stewardship, CO2 removal and adaptation.
Speakers: Elina Baltroka, Climate Change and Adaptation Policy Unit, Latvia; Karen Pittel, Chair WBGU; African Climate Policy Centre; Aleksander Śniegocki, WiseEuropa, Poland; Norma Patricia Muñoz Sevilla, Climate Change Council Mexico; Eklabya Sharma, Former ICIMOD and Vice-Chancellor, TERISAS

Monday,
08 Nov 2021
11:30—12:45
Multimedia Studio 1
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
ESCAP & UNEP: Is 1.5 degrees within reach for Asia Pacific region?
Current NDC pledges of the Asia-Pacific member States are very cautious and need to be drastically enhanced to close the gap between a devastating BAU scenario, and a carbon neutrality in the decade 2050-2060. The side event will create a dialogue with regional member States and stakeholders.
Speakers: Leading organization: ESCAP & UNEP Supporting organization:Members of the Issue-Based Coalition on Climate Change Mitigation and Air Pollution (UNDP, UN-Women, ILO, UNICEF

Monday,
08 Nov 2021
15:00—16:15
Clyde Auditorium (175 pax)
CDP Worldwide (CDP), Business for Social Responsibility (BSR) and World Economic Forum
Transform to Net Zero: Accelerating Non-Party Stakeholder Action for 1.5°C
Ambition & leadership of real economy actors is critical to achieve an inclusive, net zero economy by 2050. Corporate alignment to 1.5 via robust long-term and interim targets & strategies reduces supply chain emissions, defends climate equity & strengthens global momentum to accelerate action.
Speakers: Speakers will include key industry leaders from Transform to Net Zero; World Economic Forum; & the Business Ambition for 1.5 Campaign. The event will feature a panel & Q&A, with virtual and physical set-up, & ensure geographical diversity & gender parity.

Tuesday,
09 Nov 2021
11:30—12:45
Clyde Auditorium (175 pax)
International Transport Forum, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (ITF) and FIA Foundation
Decarbonising Transport: Driving Implementation Actions and Turning Targets into a Transformation
This event will highlight success stories of strategic and innovative ways to decarbonise and transform transport, focusing on vehicles and hard-to-abate sectors. It will identify challenges and synergies in developing and developed countries, and the support necessary for the global transformation.
Speakers: Sheila Watson, Deputy Director, FIA Foundation; Young Tae Kim, Secretary General, ITF; Nigel Topping, UK Climate Champion; Rachel Muncrief, Deputy Director, International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), countries, including Argentina, Costa Rica, Kenya, Norway, and Ukraine, and companies.

Tuesday,
09 Nov 2021
15:00—16:15
Multimedia Studio 1
Instituto Ethos de Empresas e Responsabilidade Social (Ethos) and Center of Live Institute (ICV)
Raising Brazilian NDC ambition and decarbonization paths for Brazil
This event aims to conduct a multistakeholder approach to implement Brazil’s NDC, address recommendations to the public and private sector, showcase commitments on climate ambition and credible paths into decarbonization by 2030, including the adhesion to initiatives such as SBTi and Race to Zero
Speakers: Caio Magri-Ethos Institute Marina Marçal-Instituto Clima e Sociedade Natalie Unterstell-Instituto Talanoa Elisa Badziack-Rede Brasil do Pacto Global Dominic Schmal-EDP Brasil Domingos Campos-Hydro Denise Hills – Natura & CO; Francisco Razzolini – Klabin. Maya Colombani – L’oreal Brasil

Wednesday,
10 Nov 2021
11:30—12:45
Multimedia Studio 2
Stanford University and Institute for Sustainable Development and Research (ISDR,India)
Accelerating Climate Solutions Through Collaboration Across Sectors
This event will be a panel discussion focused on collaboration across all of the listed themes. With speakers from the government, business, NGO and tribal sectors, we seek to present multiple perspectives on how different sectors can work together to build resilience and prepare for climate risks.
Speakers: Moderators: Chris Field, Director, Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment; Inês Azevedo, Professor, Stanford University; Panelists: Hilary Tompkins, Partner, Hogan Lovells; Patricia Poppe, CEO, PG&E; Wade Crowfoot, CA Secretary for Natural Resources

Wednesday,
10 Nov 2021
15:00—16:15
Multimedia Studio 2
Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change Ltd. (IIGCC); Ceres, Inc.; Investor Group on Climate Change Australia / New Zealand Inc. (IGCC); PRI Association (PRI)
The Investor Agenda: Accelerating global investor actions for a net-zero emissions economy
A record number of investors are setting net zero goals, developing climate action plans, engaging companies on transition planning and calling on policymakers to deliver robust policies in line with 1.5°C. Investors with $41 trillion AUM have signed the Global Investor Statement to Governments.
Speakers: The final speakers will ensure geographical/gender diversity. Betty Yee, California State Controller. Deanne Stewart, CEO, Aware Super. Fabio Alperowitch, Co-Founder, Fama Investimentos. Hidenao Makiuchi, Managing Director, Dai-Ichi Life. Jon Johnsen, CEO, PKA.

Wednesday,
10 Nov 2021
15:00—16:15
Multimedia Studio 3
Architecture 2030 Inc. and American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc. (ASHRAE)
65% by 2030 / ZERO by 2040: Top 200 Global Firms and Organizations Lead With 1.5°C Climate Actions
By showing what’s possible, we’ll embolden governments to do the same. Top 200 firms responsible for a significant portion of construction worldwide will present the bold actions they are taking to decarbonize the built world in order to meet the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C carbon budget.
Speakers: Speakers will be a select group of dynamic senior leaders from the signatories of the COP26 Communiqué. The signatories include the largest firms and organizations in the architecture/engineering/planning sector from around the world; this sector is acting on the urgency of the climate crisis.

Wednesday,
10 Nov 2021
18:30—19:45
Multimedia Studio 2
Climate Policy Initiative, Inc (CPI); 2° investing initiative (2°ii); UNEP – Finance Initiative (UNEP FI)
Driving Net Zero Finance Integrity
This proposed side event will bring together leading experts in the net zero finance space to discuss what is needed to align all finance flows and portfolios with Paris Agreement goals, including: how to strengthen net zero commitments to avoid “greenwashing”; and addressing data gaps.
Speakers: Barbara Buchner,Climate Policy Initiative Remco Fischer, UNEP FI Rachel Kyte, Dean of The Fletcher School Steve Waygood, Aviva Investors Marina Zeyss, Head of Global Sustainability, Allianz Ben Caldecott, University of Oxford Raphael Jachnik, OECD Emilie Goodall, World BenchmarkingAlliance

Thursday,
11 Nov 2021
11:30—12:45
Multimedia Studio 3
Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
ILO, UNECA, UNU:Achieving a JT towards Net Zero: Challenges and opportunities with a focus on Africa
A just transition (JT) is a whole-of-society approach that links climate action to social justice. The ILO JT Guidelines is a roadmap for governments to sustainable future which leaves no-one behind. This session focuses on the JT framework, countries experiences and business insights in bite-size..
Speakers: Lead organizations: ILO, UNECA, UNU. Supporting organizations: UN Members States UNDP UN Women UNEP UNFCCC UN Executive Office ESCWA ESCAP International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) International Organisation of Employers (IOE) YOUNGO (Children and Youth Constituency for UN FCCC).

Thursday,
11 Nov 2021
16:45—18:00
Forth Room (44 pax)
Amazon Environmental Research Institute (IPAM), Brazilian Business Council for Sustainable Development (CEBDS)
Climate Neutrality in Brazil: ending the Amazon deforestation and action of business sector
The Brazilian business sector is mobilizing to achieve climate neutrality agenda and net-zero targets until 2050. And, a new private mechanism, called CONSERV, has the potential to avoid deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon. Both initiatives aim for a real change in the country climate role.
Speakers: André Guimarães (IPAM/Woodwell Climate Research Center), Representative from the Norwegian Government, Representative from the Government of the Netherlands (TBC), Representative of the Legal Amazon States Consortium, Representative of Agribusiness Sector (TBC).

Annual Meeting 2022
2022-04-27 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
he 2050 Pathways Platform secretariat held its 2022 annual meeting in early April. The four invitation-only virtual sessions held on April 6, 7, 12, and 13 provided an opportunity for Platform member countries, partners, and guest speakers to showcase their experiences with developing long-term strategies (LTS), and to highlight some important lessons and aspects of long-term planning. Participants and observers from a range of countries and organizations enriched the discussions. Each session lasted one hour and a half and featured several presentations centered on a different theme relating to LTS. Session 1 was organized around the foundations of LTS development, while session 2 delved in on experiences and case studies in stakeholder engagement during the LTS process. Session 3 expanded on funding for LTS design, and session 4 focused on the macroeconomic, financial, and policy implications of the transition.

Session 1: Laying the foundations for long-term low-emission development strategies (LTS)

This session opened our 2022 annual meeting series, by giving a short overview of the current status of long-term strategies (LTS) worldwide and of different development stages of a country’s LTS. These stages include the foundational work, the overall LTS formulation, and the post-LTS operationalisation and implementation work. Specific focus was given on the first stage and on long-term visions as foundations of and necessities for LTS. Following the introduction from the 2050 Pathways Platform team, the session dived into how to adapt LTS to specific country contexts, with an example from SIDS and LDCs, and on how to balance out the opportunities and challenges of elaborating LTS. Moreover, the session presented best practice on two aspects of LTS that have so far been neglected slightly, adaptation and AFOLU, and a specific country case of carbon neutrality of the AFOLU sector in Argentina. Lastly, the session closed with a presentation on the role of energy sufficiency as a key enabler to build long-term sustainability.

Download Session 1 Presentations

Session 2: Engaging stakeholders in the context of long-term low-emission development strategies

An integral part of the long-term strategy development process, stakeholder engagement and communication throughout the policy creation cycle can ensure cross-societal buy-in. During the second session of the series, speakers from Peru, South Korea, Japan, and South Africa shared their country experiences for a whole-of-government and cross-societal LTS process with broad participation of stakeholders in various stages of LTS elaboration and implementation. Country representatives gave insights on ways their governments approached a participatory process at the national and local levels, through meetings of different formats, public consultations, gathering of contributions, and socialisation of documents, giving concrete examples of the types of stakeholders convened at each stage. Finally, the session concluded with an overview of how climate citizens’ assemblies have been growing in traction, showing that when carefully planned, these can be a powerful tool to engage the citizenry in the climate policy process.

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Session 3: International funding for LTS design and implementation

Countries worldwide are developing long-term strategies to inform the transition to just, net-zero and climate-resilient societies. Whilst this is encouraging, many countries are yet to develop LTS that can help navigate the transition, particularly LDCs and AOSIS, which will require support from the international community. In addition, the majority of LTS submitted will require further support to define the specific medium- and short-term actions required to achieve the end objectives and to implement the transformations required. To address this gap, bilateral and multilateral development partners are expanding support areas for LTS. In this session, we learned that bilateral development agencies have dedicated support for LTS design with ongoing work in multiple countries covering all aspects of LTS design process, from visioning, and scenario modelling, to stakeholder engagement and capacity building. Development Banks are also supporting multiple aspects of LTS design and implementation using different approaches such as Policy-Based Loans, the inclusion of analytical information on the transition in country analysis, generation of relevant research, south-south exchanges, and mechanisms such as the Climate Support Facility, the Deep Decarbonization Pathways LAC program and a joint MDBs LTS Facility under discussion. All partners underlined that LTS can inform ambitious NDC revisions, policy reforms and financing approaches to mainstream climate action into development planning​. In addition, speakers highlighted the need to enhance support for in-country coordination and to increase funding available, particularly in regions with a lack of capacity.

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Session 4: Policy and development planning: the macro-economic and financial implications of the transition

Most long-term strategies to date have focused their modelling work on the – much needed – description of what economies and societies would look like without greenhouse gas emissions by the middle of this century. The question of how to get there requires that countries face the macro-economic aspects of the transition. This includes anticipating the socio-economic repercussions of sectoral changes, the unavoidable redistributive impacts as households invest in fossil-free energy solutions, and myriads of budgetary decisions to adjust fiscal measures, creating incentives for a swift transition and removing subsidies to GHG-emitting practices. The session described the many elements of this critical dimension of policymaking, the importance of getting the early involvement of Ministries of Economy and Finance with the use of dedicated indicators as part of the LTS elaboration. Last but not least, the session stressed that climate change itself is already having, and will increasingly have impacts on economies as well, which must also be reflected in the projections of socio-economic development to the middle of this century.

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LT-LEDS at COP27: Event Guide
2022-11-04 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
The UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP27) will be hosted by Egypt and will take place from November 6th to November 18th 2022 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.

Below is a selection of LTS events from countries and platform partners as well as other net-zero related side events at COP27. This list will be updated regularly, however may not reflect real-time changes to some events.

For the full and most up-to-date list of COP27 side events, please refer to the UNFCCC Side Event and Exhibit List available here. For further information on these events we recommend contacting the organizers directly.

The 2050 Pathways Platform will be hosting a social gathering at COP27 on Thursday 10th November from 19:30 to 21:00. If you are interested in attending this event, please email our team at secretariat@2050pathways.org. Please note however that spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first-serve basis.

LTS or net-zero related events featuring countries

DateTime/LocationOrganizersEvent descriptionSpeakersWednesday9 Nov 202215.00 — 16.00Nigeria PavilionNigeria (Department of Climate Change, National Economic Council) and Deep Decarbonization PathwaysNigeria’s Long-Term Strategy ElaborationDeep Decarbonisation Pathways, Nigerian Government, C40 Cities, 2050 Pathways PlatformThursday10 Nov 202217:00NDCP PavilionArgentinaProgress on Climate Policy in Argentina: Presentation of the National Adaptation and Mitigation Plan to 2030 and the Long-term Low Emission Development StrategyTBCFriday11 Nov 202211.00 — 12.00Colombia PavilionColombia (Ministry of Environment)Challenges in financing Long Term Strategies, the case of ColombiaNew government vision for LTS implementation, and dialogue with development partners and the private sector2050 Pathways Platform (moderator), others TBCFriday11 Nov 202217.00 — 18.30Senegal PavilionSenegal (Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development)Senegal’s 2050 Long-term Vision Development2050 Pathways Platform (moderator), ENDA, Climate Analytics, AFD, IDDRISaturday12 Nov 202214.00 — 15.00NDCP PavilionJamaica (Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation)Jamaica’s Pathways towards Climate Resilience and a Low Carbon Future2050 Pathways Platform, others TBCTuesday15 Nov 202213.15 — 14.45Room 9 TutankhamunPeru (Ministry of Environment), Libélula Instituto para el Cambio GlobalOpportunities and challenges in the development of long-term strategies in Latin America and the role of financeThis event aims to share progress and good practices in the development of Long-Term Strategies in Latin America and discuss the role of climate finance to accelerate resilience and decarbonisation, highlighting the Peruvian experience.2050 Pathways Platform (moderator), IADB, Min. of Env-Perú, Min. of Env-Chile, Min. of Env-Colombia, Min. of Env-Argentina, Climate Promise, UNDP, NDC Partnership, DecarboostTuesday15 Nov 202210.00 — 11.15Pakistan PavilionPakistan (Ministry of Climate Change)Pakistan’s 2050 Long-Term Vision Development2050 Pathways Platorm (moderator), others TBCThursday17 Nov 202217.00 — 18.00Turkiye PavilionTurkeyEvent on Long-Term Strategies and Communications2050 Pathways Platform; others TBC

Other LTS events with participation from the 2050 Pathways Platform

DateTime/LocationOrganizersEvent descriptionSpeakersTuesday8 Nov 202213.00 — 14:00MDBs PavilionWorld BankEvent on Long-Term Strategies2050 Pathways Platform, others TBCTuesday8 Nov 202217.30 — 18.30NDCP PavilionNDC PartnershipNDC Partnership Launch Event – LTS thematic callThis NDCP event is centred around launching the Thematic Call: a call through which countries can request support on LT-LEDS development or enhancement and NDC update or revision.NDC Partnership2050 Pathways Platform, UNDP, BMWK, Cambodia, Uganda, EthiopiaWednesday9 Nov 202213.00 — 14.00IDFC PavilionAFD 2050 Facility and JICAEvent on Long-Term Strategies with a focus on support in Vietnam2050 Pathways Platform, AFD, JICA, others TBCFriday11 Nov 202216.00 — 17.00World Bank PavilionWorld BankMoving from net zero strategies to low-carbon development policies and investments2050 Pathways Platform, others TBCSaturday12 Nov 202210.00 — 11.00Euroclima+ PavilionEuroclima+Long term decarbonisation & climate resilience in Latin America and the Caribbean2050 Pathways Platform, others TBCSaturday12 Nov 202211:30—13:00Tutankhamun (100)United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), NDC PartnershipLong-term Climate Ambition and Implementation: Outcomes and next steps from Regional ExchangesThis event shares outcomes of the peer-to-peer exchanges held during the Regional Climate Weeks. It will highlight regional opportunities & challenges on the links between the design, implementation, and alignment of NDC & LT-LEDS, and the support available.2050 Pathways Platform, NDC PartnershipMonday14 Nov 202213.15 — 14.45Memphis (300)Institute for Climate Economics (I4CE)Financing the transition towards low-carbon and climate-resilient economies in developing countriesI4CE, 2050 Pathways Platform, Climate Action Network Latin America (CAN-LA), Grupo de Cambio Climático para Latinoamérica y el Caribe (GFLAC), Instituto Torcuato Di Tella (ITDT)Thursday17 Nov 202211.30 — 12:30IDFC pavilionAgence Française de Développement (AFD), Taskforce of Foresight for Sustainable Development FinanceExploring 2050 Pathways for climate and sustainable financeAFD, OECD/DCD, Taskforce of Foresight for Sustainable Development Finance, 2050 Pathways PlatformThursday17 Nov 202215.00 — 17.30IDFC pavilionI4CE/IDDRIEngaging key stakeholders in the implementation of long-term strategies: finance ministers, private sector, public development banks2050 Pathways Platform (moderator)

Other relevant events from the UNFCCC side events list

DateTime/LocationOrganizersEvent descriptionSpeakersThursday10 Nov 202211:30—13:00Thebes (150)European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), Ca’ Foscari University, Venice (UNIVE)Mobilising the private sector for climate action – MDBs experiencesTransitioning to net zero and resilient economies (Paris Aligned) requires large investments. Private sector financing is essential. MBDs work with developing countries on enabling markets and mobilising private sector finance. Highlighting implementation of countries, MDBs and private sector.Developing country/ies on LTS/NDC as signals; AIIB, EBRD, IDB, WB; Practitioner roundtable from countries, MDBs and private sector: Coalition of Finance Ministers for Climate Action (Finland, Egypt); leading corporate(s) (IETA); bank/investor (GFANZ)Thursday10 Nov 202215:00—16:30Akhenaten (150)Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment and Energy, Ecologic Institute, University of Technology, Sydney (UTS), WiseEuropa -The Warsaw Institute for Economic and European Studies FoundationMoving closer to climate neutrality – pathways and collaborationThis side event will present and discuss insights from ongoing research on mitigation pathways and considerations for more effective international collaboration, with a focus on industrial sectors.Speakers from several continents, researchers combined with policy-makersSaturday12 Nov 202213:15—14:45Memphis (300)The Climate Group (TCG), UKMultilevel action & the ambition loop: implementing the Glasgow Climate Pact to keep 1.5 aliveRealising the commitment of Glasgow Climate Pact by enabling states and regions to raise climate ambition and track emissions through innovative tools and technology. Mitigation planning; emissions tracking; innovation; remote sensing; global stocktake; transparency; importance of access to dataAlok Sharma, COP26 President; Representatives of national and subnational governments (Under2 Coalition); businesses; Climate TRACESaturday12 Nov 202213:15—14:45Thutmose (150)Eswatini, Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI)Building an Enhanced Resilient and Sustainable Society by Net-Zero Transformation and CollaborationThis event aims to explore decarbonisation solutions to integrate net-zero and resilience in a collaborative approach for developing countries. The discussion of demand-driven technological strategies in mitigation and adaptation will contribute to climate-resilient and low carbon development.ITRI Experts and Invited SpeakersMonday14 Nov 202215:00—16:30Tutankhamun (100)UNFCCCLong-term planning: LT-LEDS preparation and implementation towards net-zeroThis side event aims to facilitate the development and implementation of LT-LEDS by sharing experiences and lessons learned. Speakers from Parties who recently communicated LT-LEDS share their experience of LT-LEDS preparation including alignment with NDCs.TBCTuesday15 Nov 202211.30 —13.00Hatshepsut (300)United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), International Labour Organization (ILO), UNFCCCAdvancing Nationally Determined Contributions: Signs of ProgressSigns of progress on the Paris Agreement – captured through inspiring stories of developing countries which have advanced on their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) around three key themes – just transition, adaptation and nature, land and forests.TBCTuesday15 Nov 202213:30 — 14:30US PavilionNet Zero World InitiativeNet Zero World – Accelerating Global Energy System DecarbonisationTBC

UNFCCC Bonn Climate Change Conference
2023-06-05 - 2023-06-15
The Intersessional is a two-week long conference hosting a wide range of events, meetings, and negotiating sessions at the mid-point between COPs, especially for the UNFCCC Subsidiary Body for Implementation (SBI) and Subsidiary Body for Scientific and Technological Advice (SBSTA).

Annual Meeting 2023
2023-06-08 10:00 - 2023-06-10 18:00 UTC | Bonn, Germany, Bonn, Germany
Our Annual Meeting is an opportunity to bring members and partners of the 2050 Pathways Platform together to showcase their experiences with developing long-term low emission development strategies (LT-LEDS), and to highlight some important lessons and aspects of long-term planning.

Africa Climate Week 2023: Side event on LT-LEDS
2023-09-07 13:30 - 14:30 UTC
As part of Africa Climate Week 2023, the 2050 Pathways Platform is co-hosting a side event on LT-LEDS in partnership with the NDC Partnership, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and IDDRI. Named LT-LEDS as a Social, Economic and Environment Instrument: Challenges and Opportunities in Africa, the hybrid event will take place on Thursday 7 September 2023 from 13.30 to 14.30 (Nairobi time) in the Atlas Mountain Room of the KICC venue. Participants can also join the session virtually via Teams.

The event will bring together representatives from multiple regions of Africa, together with international agencies and organisations that work with LT-LEDS. The main goal is to share experiences and knowledge, to raise awareness about the importance of LT-LEDS, their multidimensional components, the steps needed and the implications of developing a LT-LEDS, and possible challenges and opportunities LT-LEDS brings to countries.

The 2050 Pathways Platform will moderate a discussion of countries’ best practices and lessons learned on LT-LEDS. Speakers will include representatives from Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Eswatini’s Ministry of Tourism and Environmental Affairs, the NDC Partnership and UNDP.

For more information about Africa Climate Week 2023, visit the dedicated UNFCCC page.

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Nigeria's LT-LEDS Launch Event
2023-12-01 16:30 - 17:30 UTC | African Union Pavilion, COP28 UAE
This event, organised by Nigeria’s National Council on Climate Change and Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Environment, will formally launch the country’s LT-LELDS and discuss the next steps for implementation of the strategy. The 2050 Pathways Platform will be part of the discussion along with key stakeholders involved in the process.

Data-to-Deal Side Event
2023-12-03 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Voco(r) Bonnington Dubai, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Cluster J PO Box 37246
Developing nations often face formidable barriers to unlocking climate finance. These include the absence of high-level political support, weak institutional capacity, disjointed planning processes, limited access to data and modelling tools to support rigorous technical analysis, little stakeholder engagement, inadequate policy frameworks, and the lack of a clear financing strategy. With panel participation from the 2050 Pathways Platform, this session will explain how the Data-to-Deal approach aims to address all of these aspects in a sustained, integrated and holistic manner.

This event is organised by the University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, Imperial College London, UCL, Loughborough University, and Open University and the KTH Royal Institute of Technology.

Sharing Experiences in Developing Long-Term Climate Change Strategies Among 2050 Pathways Platform Member Countries
2023-12-04 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Türkiye Pavilion, COP28 UAE
This event will focus on sharing experiences among member countries of the 2050 Pathways Platform as they develop their long-term climate change strategies in collaboration with the Directorate of Climate Change and UNDP. Moderated by the 2050 Pathways Platform, the discussion will particularly emphasise the importance of effective communication and public engagement in the process.

This event is organised by Türkiye’s Directorate of Climate Change and UNDP Türkiye.

Country Experiences in Laying the Foundations for Long-term Low Emission Development Strategies
2023-12-04 10:00 - 23:00 UTC | Senegal Pavilion, COP28 UAE
This event will bring together country delegates to share their diverse experiences and reflections on their LT-LEDS journeys. The foundational steps that countries can take towards the full development of their LT-LEDS will be showcased.

These experiences range from kick-starting Long-Term Vision (LTV) discussions, creating stakeholder buy-in around a shared vision and defining a country’s own process towards a full LT-LEDS – to bringing it all together under a finalised strategy that can be translated into concrete investment planning and an operationalisation plan. The panel is expected to include government representatives from Jamaica, Pakistan, Rwanda, Senegal and Tanzania (tbc).

This event is being organised as part of a wider project funded by the German International Climate Initiative (IKI) in which the 2050 Pathways Platform has been actively engaged in supporting five countries across various stages of LT-LEDS formulation. Central to this effort is a robust focus on fostering national consensus through inclusive and consultative approaches, aiming to pinpoint both socio-economic and climate aspirations, weaving them into a vision that is genuinely owned by the country.

Long-term climate vision and development strategies: lessons from Senegal and Nigeria
2023-12-04 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | NDC Partnership Pavilion, COP28 UAE
Only a few African countries have submitted LT-LEDS to-date. Going forward, LT-LEDS in African countries must align climate and development objectives by considering national circumstances and challenges, including low energy access, industrialization needs and high vulnerability to economic- and climate shocks and climate resilience. In the context of just transition, LTV and LT-LEDS development requires a strong buy-in from national stakeholders, a policy-relevant degree of details on long-term priorities, and a nationally led and country owned process of elaboration.

Building on lessons learnt in the ongoing project in Nigeria and Senegal, this event will discuss challenges with building LTV and LT-LEDS in an African context, and how to ensure that LTV and LT-LEDS can effectively support the achievement of climate and multi-scale development objectives. Furthermore, the event will also discuss how LTV and LT-LEDS can be useful in structuring international financial cooperation in support of its implementation. The 2050 Pathways Platform will be participating in the panel discussion.

Pathways for a just energy transition aligned with Morocco's sustainable and resilient development goals
2023-12-05 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Morocco Pavilion, COP28 UAE
The event aims to initiate a dialogue on Moroccan’s Net Zero Framework and the dialogues on the implementation and operationalisation of the country’s Long-term Vision and Long-term Low Emission Development Strategy (LT-LEDS). The 2050 Pathways Platform will be giving opening remarks reflecting on the LT-LEDS work to date in Morocco.

The panel will also include a discussion on the challenges and opportunities associated with the implementation of the LT-LEDS in Morocco, and approaches to mobilising public and private investments to better support the various national and local stakeholders in this effort and transform these ambitious objectives in results on the ground.

Charting low emissions pathways, and climate resilience plans through ambitious Long-Term Strategies – MDBs join forces to support countries
2023-12-05 15:30 - 17:00 UTC | MDB Pavilion, COP28 UAE
Following the recent 2023 Annual Meeting of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund, 10 multi-lateral development banks released a joint statement outlining key areas of cooperation between MDBs. Key takeaways of the joint statement is the announcement of two new key finance mechanisms for LT-LEDS development include a joint LT-LEDS facility. This event will see the formal launch of the LT-LEDS Facility, the discussion will be moderated by the 2050 Pathways Platform.

Sharing Progress and Experiences on developing a Long-Term Vision (LTV)
2023-12-06 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Botswana Pavilion, COP28 UAE
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has been actively involved in supporting Botswana, Gabon, Lesotho, and Liberia to develop a Long-Term low carbon, climate-resilient development vision (LTV) that is in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement with the purpose to inform the future development of LT-LEDS documents in collaboration with the 2050 Pathways Platform. This session aims to discuss the ongoing work LTV design work in the four countries and possible support to further elaborate and realize their long-term low emission and climate resilient development strategy.

Aligning climate action with long-term climate and development goals
2023-12-06 16:30 - 17:30 UTC | Ethiopia Green Legacy Pavilion, Zone B2, COP28 UAE
This event will be an opportunity to hear from government representatives in Ethiopia, Argentina, India (tbc), and Indonesia to discuss the status of LT-LEDS development and implementation in each country, and indicate remaining areas where support is needed to help advance their country’s long-term climate and development ambitions. The event will also include representatives from the German government to moderate the discussion. Participants will be able to share their experiences and their support needs.

This event is co-organised with WRI, NREL, Fundacion Bariloche, IDDRI and SDSN as part of.a wider project funded by the German International Climate Initiative (IKI) to build capacity and generate research to support LT-LEDS development in three countries and increase knowledge with the wider LT-LEDS community of practice.

The 2050 Pathways Platform is co-organised this event with WRI, NREL, Fundacion Bariloche, IDDRI and SDSN as part of.a wider project funded by the German International Climate Initiative (IKI) to build capacity and generate research to support LT-LEDS development in three countries and increase knowledge with the wider LT-LEDS community of practice.

Senegal side event: Just Transition
2023-12-08 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | Senegal Pavilion, COP29 Azerbaijan
Presentation of the long-term vision (LTV) and of the co-building process of low-carbon and resilient trajectories in Senegal.

Partage d'expérience de la conduite de définition de la vision LT-LEDS du Togo et le processus de révision de la CDN 3.0 du Togo et de la Guinée
2024-11-13 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | NDCP Pavilion, COP29 Azerbaijan

*Strengthening holistic approaches for NDC 3.0 and Paris Agreement implementation
2024-11-14 11:30 - 13:00 UTC | Side Event Room 7
Speakers: UNFCCC, NDC Partnership, IDDRI, Cambodia, Jordan, Saint Vincent & The Grenadines
Drawing on the experience of Cambodia, Jordan, and Saint Vincent & the Grenadines, this event will highlight the importance of sustainable institutional arrangements and capacity building in the implementation of the Paris Agreement, as well as the integration of climate action planning into long-term development planning. It will seek to demonstrate a systemic approach to identifying and addressing capacity-building challenges to such goals, thus encouraging participants to consider applying similar efforts in their respective countries. This event will also provide a space for IDDRI to present the main insights of a newly launched guide on NDC and LT-LEDS alignment, co-developed by IDDRI and the 2050 Pathways Platform.

MDBs’ Long-Term Strategies Program (LTS-P): Moving from Launch to Delivery
2024-11-14 12:15 - 13:00 UTC | Joint MDB Pavilion, COP29 Azerbaijan
Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) will use this event to kick-start the delivery of the MDBs’ LTS Program. The event will feature a keynote address and a panel discussion presenting perspectives from donors on their priorities and the importance of LTSs. MDBs will share insights on the role of LTSs and other climate plans in supporting policy development and investment planning. Together, they will emphasise the importance of collaboration and coordination in supporting countries and a vision for a strong alliance that helps ensure a just and inclusive transition towards a resilient, net-zero future.

Rethinking approaches and tools for an integrated transdisciplinary assessment of climate-compatible energy strategies in the African Union and the European Union
2024-11-14 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | NDCP Pavilion, COP29 Azerbaijan

Resources to achieve a just transition: levers and limits
2024-11-14 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Side Event 2, COP29 Azerbaijan
With the repeated importance of enhanced ambition, it is vital to clarify the needed resources to achieve a just transition. Long-term energy pathways are examined in the light of development and financing issues (particularly North/South) in line with the expected decarbonisation of key sectors.

Rowing in the same direction: promoting policy coherence to close the climate and nature financing gap
2024-11-14 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Side Event 7, COP29 Azerbaijan
Climate and nature financial flows to developing countries have so far largely fallen short of what is needed to meet the goals of the RioConventions. In addition to a steep increase of financial support from all sources, closing the funding gap will require a reduction of the financial needs through more efficient and coordinated planning and public spending.

*Can LMICs Afford the Energy Transition? Understanding Financing Burdens and International Support Options
2024-11-15 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | GAUC Pavilion, Green Zone, COP29 Azerbaijan
Speakers: 2050 Pathways Platform, National Economics University of Vietnam, University of Zambia, University of Wuppertal, Germany
The event will showcase an emerging analytical tool – MinFin – which can be used to measure climate financing gaps at the country level, and to simulate alternative forms of international support through a variety of financial instruments.

Strengthening Long-term Strategies: More Robust Climate Commitments Aligned with Development Goals
2024-11-15 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | NDCP Pavilion, COP29 Azerbaijan
The Ministry of National Development Planning (PPN)/Bappenas, in collaboration with WRI Indonesia and GGGI, is hosting a talk show session at the 29th UN Climate Conference (COP) in Baku, Azerbaijan. The session, titled “Strengthening Long-term Strategies: More Robust Climate Commitments Aligned with Development Goals,” will address key climate and development challenges.

The session will open with a keynote speech by the Vice Minister of PPN/Vice Head of Bappenas, followed by a panel discussion featuring experts from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, the NDC Partnership, and representatives from Australia. Together, they will discuss effective long-term strategies and policy actions to advance climate goals aligned with NDCs and development plans globally and in Indonesia.

*From Vision to Strategy – Lessons-learnt from designing long-term low carbon and climate resilience visions for Botswana, Lesotho, Gabon and Liberia
2024-11-15 14:00 - 15:30 UTC | Botswana Pavilion, COP29 Azerbaijan
Speakers: 2050 Pathways Platform, AFDB, AFDB4 Project Countries (Botswana, Gabon, Lesotho, Liberia)

The African Development Bank, in partnership with the 2050 Pathways Platform, is hosting a COP29 side event to showcase progress, discuss challenges, and explore opportunities for resource mobilisation to support the development and implementation of comprehensive Long-Term Strategies (LTS), fostering collaboration and peer learning among African nations.

Enabling Economy-wide Long-Term Low-Carbon Development Pathway
2024-11-15 16:15 - 17:15 UTC | Regional Climate Foundations Pavilion, COP29 Azerbaijan
The session aims to understand the challenges of various global south nations in developing robust economy-wide low-carbon pathways, considering various capacity, technological, and financial challenges related to energy transition.

*From LTS to transition financing strategies and implementation
2024-11-16 12:30 - 13:30 UTC | NDCP Pavilion Zone E (Pavilions), Pavilion number A9 (Blue Zone), COP29 Azerbaijan
Speakers: AFD, 2050 Pathways Platform

This session, inspired by facilities like AFD’s 2050 Facility, will showcase:

Case studies supported by PDBs that influenced policy by integrating transition risks, physical risks, and ecosystem limits into LTS
Approaches addressing transition risks and macro-financial impacts
Strategies for embedding vulnerabilities and ecosystem limits into LTS
Insights from Morocco, Mexico, Colombia, Tunisia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and South Africa

MDBs Collective Support on Long-Term Strategies (LTS) - Working as a System
2024-11-16 13:30 - 15:00 UTC | Joint MDB Pavilion, COP29 Azerbaijan
MDBs will jointly use this event to (i) underline the importance of LTS as key facilitators for NDCs and National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) and (ii) facilitate discussions among key stakeholders on current LTS activities and future plans.

Tanzania LT-LEDS side event
2024-11-16 14:00 - 15:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Tanzania Pavilion, COP29 Azerbaijan
Speakers: Tanzania

Achieving energy transitions with NDCs, LT-LEDS and finance
2024-11-16 15:00 - 18:30 UTC | Side Event 8, COP29 Azerbaijan
Sharing insight to promote energy transition through NDCs, LT-LEDS and finance with partner organizations.
