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#DAY 1
COP29 Kicks Off in Baku: Key Themes from the First Day of Climate Action
COP29 In Videos
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Zibusiso Dube
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DRI Zimbabwe
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Zibusiso Dube
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DRI Zimbabwe
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DRI and Partner correspondents facilitate dynamic conversations, connecting you with on-the-ground perspectives from COP events.
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Watch UNFCCC workshops and deliberations as they happen, keeping you at the forefront of climate negotiations.
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Featured Sessions
18 November 2024 - Accelerating Climate Action: A Focus on Mitigation and Adaptation
Time : 11 AM
The event will focus on two key areas: Climate mitigation: discussions on how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the energy, transportation, and other sectors. Also featuring sessions on the impacts of climate change and community adaptive capacity.
Thematic lead – DRI
19 November 2024 - Climate Action, justice and youths
Time : 11 AM
Join us for a pivotal day of discussions and strategizing around climate action. This event will feature a reflection on the achievements of the Climate Action and Support Transparency Training (CASTT) program, setting a vision for its future. Additionally, a COP Presidency event will highlight the critical role of youth and educators in delivering climate change education. The day will conclude with a high-level ministerial dialogue on urgently needed adaptation finance.
Thematic lead – Oxfam
20 November 2024 - Climate Action Transparency and Funding: A Deep Dive
Time : 11 AM
Follow along as we cover reports from the COP’s subsidiary bodies, where technical and scientific progress is reviewed. Our correspondent will share updates on key findings and recommendations from these committees, providing an inside look at the data and strategies guiding policy decisions on global climate action.
Thematic lead – ZELA
COP 2024 Agenda Overview
The agenda for COP29, hosted in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11-22, 2024, focuses on both broad global climate objectives and specific thematic days aimed at addressing key areas of climate action.
Strengthening Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)
COP29 will emphasize stronger commitments to emission reductions and integrating adaptation into national strategies to fulfill the Paris Agreement goals.
Operationalizing the Loss and Damage Fund
Building on agreements from COP28, COP29 aims to fully implement financial support mechanisms for countries severely impacted by climate change.
Carbon Markets Regulation
COP29 will address unresolved issues around international carbon markets, including establishing eligibility criteria and enhancing transparency in trading systems.
Indigenous and Gender Perspectives
With a focus on the roles of indigenous communities and gender equality in climate solutions, COP29 will advocate for inclusive and equitable approaches to climate action.
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Key Corespondents
Zibusiso Dube
COP Correspondent | Development Reality Institute
Zibusiso Dube is a passionate environmental consultant with over 15 years of experience in Zimbabwe. She has a BSc in Environmental Health and an International Diploma in Environmental Management. Dube is committed to fostering climate action and promoting sustainability.
Abiel Elson Mawere
COP Correspondent | Development Reality Institute
Is a Sustainability and Climate Change Youth Champion, and also a Broadcast specialist in TV and Radio. With more than 10 years experience in youth empowerment, development and engagement, Abiel has participated in a number of local, regional and international conferences. He is a COP29 delegate accredited as an Observer under Development Reality Institute.
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