This high-level dialogue will highlight the ambitious plans, innovative policies, and significant milestones accomplished UNFCCC Parties as they transition to a sustainable and low-carbon future. We will explore key topics such as National Net-Zero Strategies, highlighting strategic frameworks and long-term visions. Insights into regional cooperation, stability and partnerships that enhance the collective ability to meet their targets. Providing a comprehensive understanding of the region’s leadership in global climate action.
Introduction
Article 6 Potential and Catalyzing Climate Action for NDCs, focusing on MENA region
This session will feature a UNFCCC presentation on Article 6, focusing on its mechanisms (6.2, 6.4, and 6.8) and how they can create an international carbon credit market and foster cooperation. It will also cover the status of Article 6 negotiations, key milestones, and roles, responsibilities, and outcomes from COP 29 in Baku.
Q&A and Discussion
Operationalizing and Implementation of Article 6
The session will focus on experiences related to operationalizing Article 6, detailing the regulatory and institutional requirements, bottlenecks and first success stories.
Q&A and Discussion
Session Closing
Decarbonizing hard-to-abate industries and developing future sustainable cities requires transformative solutions across sectors like steel, aviation, logistics, construction, manufacturing, and food. Innovations in green steel, sustainable aviation fuels, low-emission logistics, eco-friendly construction, and circular manufacturing practices are essential. These efforts will drive the transition to resilient, low-carbon urban environments, aligning economic growth with climate goals.
Closing the Gap Between Climate Adaptation and Climate Mitigation: We need integrated approaches to address the urgent need to bridge the gap between climate adaptation and mitigation efforts. We will discuss innovative strategies that tackle both objectives, including nature-based solutions, resilient infrastructure, and sustainable land use planning, ensuring a cohesive and effective response to climate challenges.
Examine the challenges and opportunities in accessing climate finance for projects in Oman and the MENA region. Discuss the role of international climate funds, development banks, and financial institutions in providing financial support. Highlight strategies to improve access to funding, such as capacity building, project development assistance, and strengthening financial institutions.
Explore projects and the latest technologies in solar, wind, renewable hydrogen and the development of global renewable energy corridors opening up opportunities and the potential for large-scale adoption of clean energy.
Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS): Innovations in Reducing Emissions. Examine the latest advancements in carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies. Discover their potential, risks, and opportunities to reduce emissions in hard-to-abate sectors. .
Carbon removal solutions are vital for not just slowing down climate change, but actively reversing its effects by removing excess CO2 from the atmosphere. We examine how carbon removal solutions such as mineralisation, wetland Restoration, Soil Carbon Sequestration, Blue Carbon Ecosystems, and Biochar Production can help eliminate CO2 but also provide a wide range of co-benefits, including biodiversity conservation, enhanced ecosystem services, and improved livelihoods for communities.
Safeguarding natural habitats amidst climate change is crucial for adaptation. We explore the vital role of biodiversity and healthy ecosystems in fostering resilience and discuss the profound interdependence between the health of our ecosystems and humanity.
The role of AI and Digitlisation: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Environmental Sustainability, We explore how AI can be leveraged to enhance climate progress, and examine the impact of digitisation on key sectors such as energy, agriculture, and urban planning. Discover the transformative potential of digital technologies in driving sustainable solutions and advancing environmental goals.
Startups and Innovation: Fostering Entrepreneurial Ecosystems, Climate Technologies and startups are pivotal in advancing climate solutions. We highlight how vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystems can support climate tech startups through incubators, accelerators, and funding opportunities. We discover how innovation is transforming the landscape of sustainable technology and driving impactful change.
