Leadership and Climate Change

Vunerable sections of society, including farmers, young persons and women, must be part of climate negotiations. This is because the traditional negotiators like heads of government do not have holistic perspective on all climate issues, and governments mostly have political interests during climate negotiations, rather than people's wellbeing. Governments of vulnerable countries like Small Island Developing States and least developed countries, who suffer disproportionately from climate crises must sit in negotiations to protect the interest of their people and future generations.

Presented by: Professor David Nabarro, Strategic Director 4sd and COVID Special Envoy for the World Health Organization

Engaging developing countries in climate change negotiations

Current climate finance contributions are insufficient for meeting adaptation and resilience needs. As such, developed countries need to increase their financial contributions to meet these targets.

Presented by: Archie Young, Lead Negotiator, COP26, Cabinet Office, UK Government

How to fix the broken $100-billion promise

Every investment decision should consider the implications of such investment on climate change crises, with sustainability considerations.

Presented by: Archie Young, Lead Negotiator, COP26, Cabinet Office, UK Government

ENERGY TRANSITION

This can be achieved by raising awareness of the need for an energy transition at community and household levels so that the task is not only left for businesses and governments, but also individuals. This because individuals play a role in slowing the pace of energy transition, particularly when they believe that transition poses a threat to their livelihoods. Iin addition to this awareness, alternative and sustainable means of livelihoods can be advocated for through social protection schemes and capacity building for new skills.

Presented by: Dominique Palmer, Climate Justice Activist, Birmingham, UK

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