Welcome to the Nordic Pavilion
Programme for the Nordic Co-operation at COP29
NOVEMBER 12 – 22 2024
Baku Stadium, Blue zone, Area E, Pavilion C13
The program is updated continuously
VISIT THE EXHIBITION AT THE NORDIC PAVILION:
TIME OUT!
Rethinking Construction
At Aalto University, we are calling a time out for the building sector. As part of the EU Commission’s New European Bauhaus initiative, this exhibition highlights research-based solutions and prototypes that can help keep the built environment within planetary boundaries.
12
Nov
Opening Day
13.00-13.45 UTC+4
Circular economy requires soley strong chain links
Segment curated by Nordic Innovation.
Organizers
OMTRE
PRESENTATION
Kristine Nore
Manager, Omtre
PRESENTATION
John Jacobsen
CEO Nordic Circles
SPEAKER
Sebjørn Dahl COO - Högh Autoliners
SPEAKER
Eli Bleie Munkelien
Director, COP, Norwegian business delegation
Innovation Norway
Innovation Norway
SPEAKER
Knut Arild Hareide
CEO Norwegian shipowners assosiastion,
SPEAKER
Eili Vigestad Berge, Mustand Eiendom
14.30-15.15 UTC+4
How Can Youth Influence Climate Politics?
A Practical Toolkit to Assess Political Party Programmes and Policies
The Icelandic Young Environmentalist Association has been at the forefront at creating and finetuning a method for evaluating the climate policies and climate action of national governments in the past three years. In this session, we will share this methodology and a newly published toolkit, designed to equip young activists and organizations with practical tools for political influence. We will also invite perspectives from the Global South to explore how this approach can be adapted to different contexts.
Organizer
Icelandic Young Environmentalist Association
MODERATOR
Laura Sólveig Lefort Scheefer
Circularity Representative of the Icelandic Young Environmentalists
SPEAKER
Tinna Hallgrímsdóttir
Former president of the Young Icelandic Environmentalists
SPEAKER
Þorgerður María Þorbjarnardóttir
Chairperson of The Icelandic Environment Association, Landvernd and member of the climate council of Iceland
SPEAKER
Agustín Ocaña Escobar
Founder, Chairperson of the Global Youth Coalition
SPEAKER
Cléo Dorel-Watson
Member of the Dutch Youth Climate Movement
SPEAKER
Siri Ankarfors
COP29 youth delegate of Sweden
15.30-16.15 UTC+4
Spreading Youth Climate Councils Globally: An Effective Mechanism for Meaningful Youth Inclusion in Climate Policymaking
Spreading Best Practices on How to Establish and Run Youth Climate Councils
This event will share best practices for creating national Youth Climate Councils (YCC), featuring insights from Denmark’s YCC, Uganda's YCC, Ghana’s YCC, and Brazil's YCC, and the job done in helping create new YCCs by the Global Alliance of YCCs.
Participants will gain practical knowledge on forming and managing youth climate councils. They will learn how to foster youth participation in climate decision-making and establish impactful youth councils worldwide. This event will also provide a platform for networking and collaboration among youth leaders passionate about climate action. Participants will have the opportunity to exchange ideas and strategies for engaging youth in climate initiatives on a global scale.
Organizer
Youth Climate Council (YCC) Global Alliance
MODERATOR
Lise Coermann Nygaard
Denmark YCC
SPEAKER
Anna Juliet Bukirwa
Uganda YCC
SPEAKER
Matthaeus Menezes Assef
Brazil YCC
SPEAKER
Margaret Impraim
Ghana and Global Alliance of YCCs
17.00-19.00 UTC+4
Reception (Invitation only)
13
Nov
Hopes & Expectations
11.30-12.30 UTC+4
Roundtables between European negotiators and youth
Sharing negotiation insights through a collaborative workshop with youth and civil society
Join our interactive workshop, where negotiators share knowledge on various negotiation tracks. Youth will be invited to give input to the negotiators, co-create climate policies, ensuring human rights and diverse voices are at the forefront. It will be a space where we can discuss our different perspectives openly and respectfully.
The workshop will foster youth engagement in climate negotiations, enhance understanding of diverse negotiation tracks, and build cross-sectoral alliances.
Organizers
European Climate Youth Delegates
MODERATOR
Lise Coermann Nygaard
Danish Youth Delegate
SPEAKER
Moritz Schwarz
Negotiator, Austria
SPEAKER
Lydie-Line Paroz
Negotiator, Switzerland
SPEAKER
Tina Kobilšek
Slovenian HoD
SPEAKER
Sara Grambs
Facilitator, Germany
SPEAKER
Dr. Barbara Botos
Ambassador-at-large for
Climate, Hungary Climate is Envoy
SPEAKER
Samira Keller
Negotiator, Switzerland
SPEAKER
Natalie Winger
Negotiator, Norway
SPEAKER
Antti Regelin
Negotiator, Finland
SPEAKER
Sigrid Valberg
Negotiator, Norway
SPEAKER
Leona Hollasch
Negotiator, Germany
SPEAKER
Sigrid Karl
Facilitator, Austria
SPEAKER
Daan Vandenberghe
Facilitator, Belgium
SPEAKER
Anna
Facilitator
SPEAKER
Titi Habicht
Facilitator, Slovenia
SPEAKER
Paula Patrīcija Avotiņa
External Consultant, OECD
SPEAKER
Hannah
Facilitator, Finland
SPEAKER
Kiki Ritmeijer
Facilitator, The Netherlands
SPEAKER
Ela Mesinovic
Facilitator, Austria
13.15-14.00 UTC+4
Launch of Youth Delegates’ Vision
Exploring the recommendations by the European Climate Youth Delegates
Join us for the launch of the European Climate Youth Delegates' policy brief, where youth delegates will discuss their position with European negotiators. This event highlights how the Network of National Youth Delegates from 21 European Countries collaborate on key topics like Mitigation, NCQG, and Just Transition, showcasing their role in strengthening EU climate efforts and building partnerships between youth and policymakers.
Organizer
European Climate Youth Delegates
MODERATOR
Sigurd Seindal Krabbe
Denmarks Youth Delegate to the UN for Climate and Environment
SPEAKER
Sarah Nasrawi
UN Youth Representative on Sustainable Development for the Netherlands
UN Youth Representative on Sustainable Development for the Netherlands
SPEAKER
Emilie Mariendal
EU Lead Negotiator on NCQG
EU Lead Negotiator on NCQG
SPEAKER
Dr Barbara Botos
Ambassador-at-large for Climate
SPEAKER
Daan Vandenberghe
Belgian UN Youth Delegate for Sustainable Development
Belgian UN Youth Delegate for Sustainable Development
SPEAKER
Theresa Öllinger
Austrian UNFCCC Youth Delegate
Theresa Öllinger
Austrian UNFCCC Youth Delegate
14.30-15.15 UTC+4
Climate Change Impacts on Saami Reindeer Pastures
Digitalizing Indigenous Knowledge for Empowerment
The CITE project, focused on Climate change Impacts on Terrestrial Ecosystems, is in its final stage and will present results such as a storymap, digital tool, and insights from Sámi reindeer herders. The tool, designed to meet herders' needs, allows them to document climate change effects on their livelihoods, aiming to increase recognition of Indigenous knowledge. Additionally, the project addresses herders' need for improved weather services, collaborating with Nordic meteorological institutes and researchers to enhance seasonal forecasts for better pasture planning and adaptation.
Organizers
Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme (AMAP) & Saami Council
MODERATOR
Janne Hirvasvuopio
Member of the Saami Council & Deputy City Councillor of Espoo International law, indigenous & environmental issues
SPEAKER
Gunn-Britt Retter
Head of Arctic and Environmental Unit at Saami Council
SPEAKER
Rolf Rødven
Executive secretary, AMAP
SPEAKER
Máret Hætta
Saami Council
SPEAKER
Lars E. Brannfjell
SPEAKER
Ann Marit Labba
16.00-16.45 UTC+4
Hopes & Expectations
Youth Representatives Share Their Views on the COP29 Outcome
Youth representatives from the Nordics and around the world will share their hopes for COP29. What outcomes and decisions do they desire and what should the process look like? On November 22nd, the panel will meet again to discuss the results of the negotiations and plan the way forward.
Organizer
Nordic Youth Delegates
MODERATOR
Mattias Frumerie
Head of delegation, Sweden
Head of delegation, Sweden
SPEAKER
Antti Regelin
UN Youth Climate Delegate of Finland
UN Youth Climate Delegate of Finland
SPEAKER
Seruni Salsabila
Internal Organization and Youth Climate Forum, YOUNGO
Internal Organization and Youth Climate Forum, YOUNGO
SPEAKER
Aminat Adebayo
NDCs Outreach Coordinator, Care About Climate & General Secretary Lead, Planetary Health Alliance Western Africa Hub
NDCs Outreach Coordinator, Care About Climate & General Secretary Lead, Planetary Health Alliance Western Africa Hub
16.45-18.00 UTC+4
Nordic Reception (Invitation only)
Get together for Nordic representatives at COP29.
Organizers
The Nordic Council of Ministers & State of Green
14
Nov
Finance
10.00-10.45 UTC+4
Climate Strategies for Banks: Best Practices
Implementing Effective, Collaborative Climate Strategies: What Banks Can Achieve
In this session, you can explore how banks can take the lead in crafting and implementing climate strategies that align with global goals. Gain insights into best practices, innovative solutions, and the importance of partnerships in driving climate action. Learn how financial institutions can contribute to a sustainable future through effective collaboration and actionable measures.
Organizer
Nordic Investment Bank
MODERATOR
Luca De Lorenzo
Head of Sustainability and Mandate, NIB
SPEAKER
Nasser Malik
Managing Director, Corporate Bank Head, Sustainability and Corporate Transitions
SPEAKER
Tinna Hallgrímsdóttir
Climate Risk and Sustainability Specialist, Central Bank of Iceland
11.00-11.45 UTC+4
Nordic Climate Solutions
Exploring Innovative Nordic Solutions to Accelerate the Green Transition
The Nordic Investment Bank and its clients lead the way in creating and implementing innovative climate solutions to meet the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. This session showcases real-world examples of sustainable development from the Nordic-Baltic region accelerating progress toward a carbon-neutral future.
Organizer
Nordic Investment Bank
MODERATOR
Jukka Ahonen
Head of Communications, NIB
SPEAKER
André Küüsvek
President and CEO, NIB
SPEAKER
Martin Pei
CTO & EVP, SSAB
SPEAKER
Arna Pálsdóttir
Head of Resource Innovation, Reykjavík Energy
SPEAKER
Pia Tanskanen
Head of Environment, Nokia Corporation
12.00-12.45 UTC+4
Expanding and Optimising Grid Capacity
Interconnected and stable electricity grids are the backbone of a well-functioning power system. Markets are scaling up investments in grids as part of global efforts to add or refurbish more than 80 million kilometres by 2040. While much attention is focused on grid expansion, there are also opportunities to optimise the utilisation of existing grid infrastructure. This session will focus on how to build out grid capacity at speed and scale, while simultaneously optimising how we use our existing capacity.
Organizer
Hitachi Energy
MODERATOR
Pablo Hevia-Koch
Head of Renewable Integration & Secure Electricity Unit, IEA
SPEAKER
Andreas Schierenbeck
CEO, Hitachi Energy
SPEAKER
Vibha Dhawan
Director General, TERI
SPEAKER
Jean-Francois Gagne
Head, Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM) Secretariat
SPEAKER
Dr Afif Saif Al Yafei
CEO, TAQA Transmission
13.00-13.45 UTC+4
Future Growth Scenarios in the Clean Cooking Sector
Role of Carbon Finance to Scale Up Activities
Responsible carbon finance can unlock new opportunities for commercial lending and other funding streams in the clean cooking sector, accelerating the scale-up of high-technology clean cooking solutions to strengthen climate resilience in Africa, achieving significant health outcomes and empowering women and girls. The Modern Cooking Facility, managed by Nefco and funded by Sweden, Norway and the European Union, pledges to mobilise public and private finance by supporting the generation of high integrity carbon credits in its portfolio.
Organizer
Nefco – the Nordic Green Bank
MODERATOR
Ash Sharma
Vice President, Special Funds, Nefco
SPEAKER
Tom Price (Online - TBC)
Co-Founder/CEO, EcoSafi the Better Cooking Company
SPEAKER
Ruth Gichuhi
Senior Manager, EED Advisory
SPEAKER
Margaret Kim
Chief Executive Officer, Gold Standard
SPEAKER
Hans Olav Ibrekk
Special Envoy, Climate and Security, Section for Energy, Climate and Food Security, Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
14.30-15.15 UTC+4
Unlocking Catalytic Finance for Climate Solutions
This event will explore the critical importance of directing finance towards transformative climate initiatives, recognizing that resilience to climate change requires a systematic approach to achieving sustainable development goals. We will delve into innovative financing mechanisms that can unlock much-needed resources for vulnerable communities facing increasing environmental risks. For more information, visit: https://ndf.foleon.com/ndf/cop29/
Organizer
Nordic Development Fund
MODERATOR
Satu Santala
Managing Director, Nordic Development Fund
SPEAKER
Mr. Hans Olav Ibrekk
Policy Director, Section for Energy, Climate and Food Security, Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
SPEAKER
Ms. Maya Stewart
Director and Co-Founder of Yellow, EEP Africa grantee
SPEAKER
Mr. Avinash Persaud
Special Envoy for Climate, Inter-American Development Bank
SPEAKER
Ms. Jacqueline Novogratz
Founder and CEO, Acumen
SPEAKER
Ms. Matilde Angeltveit, Climate Policy Advisor, Former Nordic Youth Representative
15.45-16.00 PM UTC+4
Navigating the path to net-zero for the export credit industry
Reflections from the Net-Zero Export Credit Agencies Alliance
The event will discuss the role of leadership and collective actions by export credit agencies (ECAs) and export-import (ExIm) banks in advancing the sector towards meeting the Paris Agreement objectives and supporting the real economy transformation towards net-zero. Speakers will share the experience of the Net-Zero Export credit Agencies Alliance (NZECA) on developing the Target-Setting Protocol that is designed and a science-based framework for ECAs and ExIm banks pursuing the path to net-zero. The Protocol launched on November 13 at COP29, is the first practical guidance for for ECAs and ExIm banks on aligning their portfolios with the paths to net-zero considering specific featured and the global diversity of the export credit sector.
Organizers
UNEP Finland, EKN, UKEF
MODERATOR
TBC
SPEAKER
Elsa Kyander
UKEF, NZECA Target-Setting Work Track lead
SPEAKER
Karin Wessman
EKN, NZECA Target-Setting Work Track
SPEAKER
Elena Koritchenko
UNEP FI, NZECA Secretariat
UNEP FI, NZECA Secretariat
16.00-16.45 UTC+4
Paris Alignment of Export Credit Agencies
Lessons Learned from the Nordics and Other OECD Countries
This event will discuss the role of Export Credit Agencies (ECAs) in the energy transition and the Vision 2030 of the Nordic Council of Ministers. The event will present Perspectives’ new best-practice guide on how ECAs within and beyond the OECD can align their policies and portfolios with the Paris Agreement. Examples from the Nordic ECAs as well as the UK will be discussed. These best practices can be extended beyond Europe, feeding into OECD negotiations, NZECA and the Berne Union.
Organizers
Perspectives Climate Research & The Nordic Council of Ministers
MODERATOR
Max Schmidt
Perspectives Climate Research
SPEAKER
Karin Wessman
EKN, Berne Union Climate Working Group
SPEAKER
Toke Philipsen Prahm
EIFO, E3F
SPEAKER
Julia Beck
UKEF, NZECA
17.00-18.00 UTC+4
Reception (invitation only)
Organizers
Nordic Investment Bank, Nordic Development Fund & Nefco - the Nordic Green Bank
15
Nov
Energy
9.30-10.15 UTC+4
Securely Integrating Solar and Wind
This side event aims to provide a platform for the exchange of knowledge on the integration of solar and wind power into modern power systems, focusing on the technical, economic, and policy challenges and solutions. The event will bring together politicians, industry professionals, and third-sector organisations to discuss the key challenges and how we can learn from global experiences in integrating solar and wind power. Focusing on enhancing collaboration among stakeholders, the identification of policy recommendations, and leveraging of climate finance for mobilising enablers of integration, such as grid infrastructure. With multi-stakeholder appeal, these topics provides a strong platform for bringing communities where Just Transition projects are developed into the conversation, hearing their insights and challenges.
Organizers
IEA & Nordic Energy Research
MODERATOR
Niina Aagaard
Head of Communications at the Nordic Co-operation
KEYNOTE
Kevin Johnsen
Chief Operating Officer, Nordic Energy Research
KEYNOTE
Minister Tinne Van der Straeten Belgium Ministry of Energy
PRESENTATION
Dr. Pablo Hevia-Koch, Head of Unit Renewable Integration and Secure Electricity, IEA
TECHNOLOGY BRIEFING
Andreas Schierenbeck
Chief Executive Officer, Hitachi Energy
SPEAKER
Tellef Thorleifsson
Chief Executive Officer, Norfund
SPEAKER
Aisma Vitina
Chief Advisor in Global Cooperation and Head of the APRA-Secretariat, Danish Energy Agency
SPEAKER
Daniel Gaspar
Senior Project Manager, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
11.00-12.30 UTC+4
Researchers’ Call to Action on Breakthrough Decarbonisation Policies of Buildings
The Release Event of a Collective Call for Climate Action within the Construction Sector
During COP29 Baku, researchers around the world working with the built environment will issue a collective call for climate action: ‘Towards net-zero – researchers’ commitment and call to break through the gaps’. Learn more about it in this event, sign the statement or endorse it! Core message to COP29: More effective collaboration is essential.
Lunch boxes served at the event! Also, it is possible to explore the Time out! Rethinking construction exhibition at the same time.
Lunch boxes served at the event! Also, it is possible to explore the Time out! Rethinking construction exhibition at the same time.
Organizers
Aalto University & The Nordic Council of Ministers Co-organizers: IEA, EBC, Annex 89, iiSBE & New European Bauhaus Academy
MODERATOR
Matti Kuittinen
Associate Professor of Sustainable Construction at Aalto University
SPEAKER
Alina Koschmieder
UN-Habitat
SPEAKER
Hanna Wesslin
Director of Climate, City of Helsinki
SPEAKER
Will Wildas
UNFCCC
SPEAKER
Greg Foliente
Professor, University of Melbourne (online)
13.00-14.00 UTC+4
Tracking Nordic Carbon Neutrality and GST§28
Energy Developments and the COP28 Global Stocktake Decision in the Nordics and Beyond
How are efforts towards carbon neutrality progressing in the Nordics and Beyond? Join us as we explore net-zero pathways and the potential role of Nordic solutions, as we present and discuss three recently published reports:
• Tracking Nordic Clean Energy Progress
• Implementing the COP28 Global Stocktake Decision in the Nordics and Beyond: Solutions in line with 1.5°C Pathways
• UNEP Emissions Gap Report 2024
• Tracking Nordic Clean Energy Progress
• Implementing the COP28 Global Stocktake Decision in the Nordics and Beyond: Solutions in line with 1.5°C Pathways
• UNEP Emissions Gap Report 2024
Organizers
Nordic Energy Research & Nordic Working Group for Climate and Air
MODERATOR
Aaron Tuckey
Nordic Council of Ministers
SPEAKER
Daniel Westlén
State Secretary to Minister for Climate and the Environment in Sweden
SPEAKER
Kevin Johnsen
COO, Nordic Energy Research
SPEAKER
Hanna Höijer
Finland's Youth Delegate for Climate
SPEAKER
Anne Olhoff
Chief Climate Advisor, UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre
SPEAKER
Flintull Annica Eriksson
Senior Environmental Economist, IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute
14.30-15.15 UTC+4
Global Energy Outlooks
Gain an exclusive look at the latest energy insights and trends from top global energy analysts. This event presents critical analyses on demand, supply, and key implications for energy security, sustainability, and economic resilience, featuring highlights from IEA’s World Energy Outlook, DNV’s Energy Transition Outlook 2024, and BloombergNEF’s New Energy Outlook 2024.
Organizers
Nordic Energy Research & IEA
SPEAKER
Kevin Johnsen
COO, Nordic Energy Research
SPEAKER
Thomas Spencer
Senior Power Sector Modeller, IEA
SPEAKER
Astrid Helene Rusås Kristoffersen
Director and Head - Group Research & development, DNV
SPEAKER
Jonas Rooze
Head of Sustainability and Climate Research, Bloomberg NEF
SPEAKER
Dan Koivulaakso
Head of Department/Growth & Climate, Nordic Council of Ministers
16.00-16.45 UTC+4
Scaling Up Clean Off-Grid Energy Access
Over 2 Million Lives Impacted So Far in Sub-Saharan Africa
Results-based financing has effectively accelerated access to clean energy in rural areas and supported Africa’s green transition and technological innovation.
What are the opportunities and challenges of scaling the off-grid sector in the future? The event will focus on impacts achieved so far and the best way to drive private sector growth.
The Beyond the Grid Fund for Africa, managed by Nefco – the Nordic Green Bank – and funded by Sweden, Denmark, Norway and Germany has established a portfolio of some 30 companies with the aim to create access to electricity for up to 8.7 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa by 2029.
Read more about the Beyond the Grid Fund for Africa programme: https://beyondthegrid.africa.
Organizer
Nefco – the Nordic Green Bank
MODERATOR
Ash Sharma
Vice President, Special Funds, Nefco
SPEAKER
Liliane Munezero Ndabaneze (online)
CEO, Women’s Initiative for Delivering Clean Energy to Africa
SPEAKER
Kat Harrison (online)
Director, 60 Decibels
SPEAKER
Erik Korsgren
Acting director, Trade, private sector and financial instruments at the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida)
17.00-18.30 UTC+4
Moving Forward for Change
Nordic Reception on Gender Equality in Climate Policy
The Nordic countries have committed to gender-responsive climate action and mainstreaming gender equality into the implementation of the Paris Agreement. At this reception we dive into the state of gender mainstreaming of Nordic climate policies and share insights into gaps and barriers. Together with FACJ Action Coalition and UN Women, we join forces to discuss how we can achieve full implementation of the UNFCCC GAP. Join this reception to expand your network and share best practices.
Organizers
The Nordic Council of Ministers, Feminist Action for Climate Justice (FACJ) Action Coalition & UN Women
MODERATOR
Aaron Tuckey
The Nordic Council of Ministers
SPEAKER
Mattias Frumerie
Head of Delegation Sweden
SPEAKER
Dr. Jemimah Njuki
Chief of Economic Empowerment, UN Women
SPEAKER
Michelle Benzing
German Youth Delegate to COP29 and gender, climate, peace and security expert, German Youth and Climate Foreign Policy Working Group
SPEAKER
Angie Dazé
Director, Gender Equality and Social Inclusion for Resilience, International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)
OFFICIAL UN SIDE EVENT
18.30-20.00 UTC+4
Nordic perspectives: Paving the way to mobilise climate finance
Organizers:
Sweden, Nordic Council of Ministers, Nefco, Nordic Investement Bank, Nordic Development Fund & Perspectives Climate Research
Sweden, Nordic Council of Ministers, Nefco, Nordic Investement Bank, Nordic Development Fund & Perspectives Climate Research
MODERATOR
TBC
SPEAKER
TBC
SPEAKER
TBC
SPEAKER
TBC
SPEAKER
TBC
16
Nov
Mitigation
08.15-08.45 UTC+4
Morning briefing: What is Happening in the Negotiations?
Organizers
Innovation Norway
MODERATOR
Eli Bleie Munkelien
Innovation Norway
SPEAKER
Nils Røkke
EVP Sustainability, Sintef
09.00-09.45 UTC+4
Incentivizing climate action: How a global trading mechanism will help countries reach NDCs faster and fairer
Carbon markets are an important tool to reach global climate goals, especially in the short and medium term. With Article 6 being one of the focal points of this year’s COP this session examines the specific challenges of voluntary carbon markets benefits and implications of establishing an international trading mechanism and how it opens new opportunities for international collaboration to help accelerate climate action at a reduced cost.
Organizers
Green by Iceland
MODERATOR
Louise Matthias, Climeworks
SPEAKER
Ólafur T. Guðnason
Carbfix
SPEAKER
Louise Matthias
Director Policy & Government Affairs, Climeworks
SPEAKER
Jon C. Knudsen
CCO, SLB Capturi
SPEAKER
Anete Garoza
Co-founder and Chief Climate Officer, 1MTN
KEY NOTE
Nótt Thorberg
Director of Green by Iceland
10.00-10.45 UTC+4
It takes a village to accelerate CCS!
It takes a village to scale CCS, with a range of actors both along the physical value chain and in the wider ecosystem required to deliver. With several carbon capture facilities under construction and commercial CO2 storage readily available for receiving CO2, the speakers will reflect on CCS’s role in achieving net zero and offer insights into current CCS projects, the various financing models, and how to share learnings to speed up its adoption as a mitigation tool at a global scale.
Organizers
SLB Capturi, Altera, Equinor
MODERATOR
Jon Christopher Knudsen
CCO – SLB Capturi, a SLB Aker Carbon Capture joint venture
KEYNOTE
Araceli Fernandez Pales
Head of Technology Innovation Unit, IEA
SPEAKER
Winston Beck
Global Head of Government Affairs, Heidelberg Materials
SPEAKER
Annika Ramsköld
VP Sustainability, Vattenfall
SPEAKER
Nils Røkke
EVP Sustainability, SINTEF
SPEAKER
Jan Dusik
Deputy Director-General DG CLIMA
SPEAKER
Olivia Powis
CEO, CCSA
SPEAKER
Edda Aradóttir
CEO, Carbfix
11.00-11.45 UTC+4
Nordic business call for climate action at COP29: Competitiveness through green transition
Nordic business organizations present their COP29 position, calling for high global climate ambition, global CO2 pricing and rapid technology deployment. Tore Sandvik, Minister of Climate and Environment of Norway presents a high-level keynote, reflecting Nordic countries’ and businesses’ climate ambition and commitment to climate action. The release is followed by a panel discussion focusing on the Nordic businesses climate ambition, role of policy and private sector collaboration.
Organizers
EK Confederation of Finnish Industries, Svenskt Näringsliv, NHO, Dansk Industri
SPEAKER
Tore Sandvik
Minister of Climate and Environment of Norway
SPEAKER
Anthony D’Arcy
Head of ESG stakeholder engagement and enablement, Nokia Corporation
SPEAKER
Astrid Rusås Kristoffersen Director Group Research & Development at DNV
SPEAKER
Emilie Mørup
Senior Consultant, Danish Industry (DI)
SPEAKER
Janne Peljo
Chief Policy Advisor, Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK)
SPEAKER
Madeleine Svenberg
Climate Policy Expert, Confederation of Swedish Enterprise (SN)
SPEAKER
Annukka Saari
Technology Industries of Finland
SPEAKER
Carmen Navarro, Head of ESG, A.P. Moller Capital
SPEAKER
Annika Ramsköld Vice President Corporate Sustainability, Vattenfall
12.00-12.45 UTC+4
Plastics, Climate Change and Innovation
This event will present relevant key findings from the report Climate Impacts of Plastics, spotlighting significant gaps in tracking emissions and climate impacts of plastics within the UNFCCC framework. A multistakeholder dialogue will follow, exploring possible interventions to innovate the upstream of plastic production and examining possible pathways for enhancing transparency and accountability of the sector.
Organizers
GRID-Arendal & Innovation Norway
MODERATOR
Dr. Richard J.T. Klein
Senior Research Fellow, Stockholm Environment Institute
KEY NOTE
Ieva Rucevska
Principal Expert, GRID-Arendal, “The Climate Impacts of Plastics”
Principal Expert, GRID-Arendal, “The Climate Impacts of Plastics”
SPEAKER
Dan Koivulaakso
Head of Department for Growth and Climate in the Nordic Council of Ministers
SPEAKER
Al-Karim Govindji
Global Head of Public Affairs, Energy Systems at DNV
SPEAKER
Junichi Fuijino
Programme Director, Institute for Global Environmental Strategies
13.15-14.00 UTC+4
Global and Regional Approaches to Cryosphere and Related Climate Challenges
Digital Twin Technologies’ Potential to Support Climate Change Adaptation
Changes in the cryosphere affect the whole world, including the atmosphere, sea levels, and ocean streams. Digital Twin technologies have great potential to predict and support climate change adaptation. NOCOS DT's cryosphere case studies can serve as an example to other geographic areas and fields.
Organizers
Nordic Cryosphere Digital Twin (NOCOS DT) & Nordic Council of Ministers
Co-organizer
CSC - IT Center for Science
MODERATOR
Tero Aalto
Programme Manager, CSC – IT Center for Science, Finland
SPEAKER
Irina Sandu
Director of Destination Earth, European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) (participating remotely)
SPEAKER
Avijâja Rosing-Olsen
Special Advisor, Ministry of Agriculture, Self-Sufficiency, Energy and Environment, Government of Greenland
SPEAKER
Till Soya Rasmussen
Sea Ice Researcher, Danish Meteorological Institute (DMI)
14.30-15.15 UTC+4
Building a Sustainable Future: Nordic Innovations in Climate Mitigation
Accelerating Action: Key Lessons Learned from the Mitigation Work Programme
Join us at COP29 for an engaging panel discussion. This session will bring together key stakeholders from the full supply chain of the building construction sector to share inspiring examples of scalable climate mitigation solutions and discuss the market and policy barriers faced in implementation. Featuring insights from experts and practitioners, we’ll explore UNFCCC policies, digital tools, and the use of biobased materials.
Together, we can drive innovation and accelerate the transition towards a sustainable built environment!
Organizers
Arup & Swedish Environmental Protection Agency
MODERATOR
Peter Vangsbo
Associate Director for Climate and Sustainability, Arup
SPEAKER
Julie Kjestrup
Head of Policy and Thought Leadership, VELUX
SPEAKER
Simone Mangili
CEO, Carbon Neutral City Alliance (CNCA)
SPEAKER
Hanna Wesslin
Climate Director, Helsinki Municipality
16.00-18.00 UTC+4
Nordic CEO Meet & Mingle
Following up from COP28, Nordic CEO Meet & Mingle will again bring together Nordic Business Leaders to discuss climate ambitions and the financial sector’s role in fulfilling them. The event is organized by Climate Leadership Coalition in collaboration with key climate actors in the Nordics and will feature a brief planned discussion followed by open networking.
The goal of the event is to strengthen the cohesion between Nordic companies in the global and European business environment. As a CEO-level event, the Meet & Mingle will encourage discussion that translates to action.
Organizers
Climate Leadership Coalition (CLC) & Hagainitiativet Co-organizers: SKIFT, Nordic Council of Ministers
MODERATOR
Tuuli Kaskinen
CEO, Climate Leadership Coalition (CLC)
SPEAKER
Joonas Rauramo
CEO, Coolbrook
SPEAKER
Henrik Tegnér
EVP, Afry
SPEAKER
TBC
18.30-20.00 UTC+4
Reception Hosted by Innovation Norway
Innovation Norway hosts a reception with the Norwegian Business Delegation. The Minister of International Development, Anne Beathe Tvinnereim, and the Minister of Climate and Environment, Tore O. Sandvik, will attend.
This event is by invitation only. For attendance inquiries, please contact Hilke von Hoerschelmann, hihoe@innovationnorway.no, or Eli B. Munkelien, elmun@innovationnorway.no
Organizers
Innovation Norway
MODERATOR
Eli Bleie Munkelien Director Innovation Norway
SPEAKER
Helene Ruden CEO Ruden Water
SPEAKER
Kim Noguera Gabrielli
CEO Worldview International Foundation
SPEAKER
Juan Carlos Monterrey Gómez
Climate Director and Negotiatior, Government of Panama
18
Nov
Food Systems
9.30-10.15 UTC+4
Technology Cooperation for Strengthened Resilience in the Agriculture Sector
Technology cooperation becomes even more important with the climate impacts being experienced across the globe. we will, in this session, focus on how to replicate good practice and upscale implementation of climate technologies in the agricultural sector in the context of the global South.
Organizer
UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre
MODERATOR
Sara Traerup
UNEP-CCC
SPEAKER
Anne Højer Simonsen
Deputy Director, Danish Industri
SPEAKER
Hafsa Omar Abdilahi
Director of Climate Change, Somalia
SPEAKER
Abdulwahid Arman
Director of Climate Change, Yemen
SPEAKER
Christopher Kabah
Manager, Planning &Policy, Env. Protection Agency, Liberia
SPEAKER
Ahmed Keiana
Ministry of environment and Climate Change, Somalia
11.00-11.45 UTC+4
Protein Diversification for Climate
How Protein Diversification Can Drive a Sustainable and Resilient Society
Denmark has launched the world’s first National Action Plan on Plant-Based Foods, accompanied by 110 million Euros in funding towards the transition. The event will start with a keynote on Denmark’s National Action Plan on how to transition towards a more plant-based food system, followed by a panel discussion with a youth representative (role of youth), the government representative (next steps of the plan) and a civil society representative (role of civil society).
Organizers
ProVeg International & Vegetarian Society of Denmark
MODERATOR
Joanna Trewern
ProVeg International
SPEAKER
TBC
Danish government representative
SPEAKER
Anna Celine Krause
Estonian National Youth Delegate for Climate
SPEAKER
Thayana Oliveira Soares
Humane Society International
13.15-14.00 UTC+4
Food Systems Transformation & Climate Action
Successes, Challenges, and Lessons from Countries
This event will bring together national government representatives to discuss aligning climate action with food systems transformation. It will highlight the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub's Convergence Initiative, focusing on gaps and opportunities for integrated action on food systems and climate goals. Challenges, lessons learned, and best practices, especially from developing and Nordic countries, will be shared to accelerate progress towards the SDGs and Paris Agreement targets.
Organizers
UN Food Systems Coordination Hub & The Nordic Council of Ministers
MODERATOR
Khaled Eltaweel
UN Food Systems Coordination Hub
SPEAKER
Dan Koivulaakso
Head of Unit for Growth and Climate, Nordic Council of Ministers
SPEAKER
Xinyue Han
Alumna of the Hub Youth Leadership Programme
SPEAKER
Stefanos Fotiou
Director, UN Food Systems Coordination Hub
SPEAKER
Markus Hoffman
Sustainable food expert, The Federation of Swedish Farmers (LRF)
14.30-15.15 UTC+4
Nordic Shift to Sustainable Food Systems
Transitioning to Sustainable Food Systems through Action Plans and Nutritional Guidelines
This event explores how the Nordics are driving the transition to sustainable food systems, using Denmark’s Action Plan for Plant-Based Foods as a model. We will also discuss integrating Nordic Nutritional Recommendations into national guidelines with a focus on climate and environmental impacts. The panel aims to raise global awareness of the Nordic approach, identify strategies to align dietary guidelines with sustainability goals, and strengthen collaboration for EU-wide food system reforms.
Organizers
Oatly & Pro Vege Finland
Co-organizers: WWF, Plantebranchen & TAH Foundation
Co-organizers: WWF, Plantebranchen & TAH Foundation
MODERATOR
Auli Nikkilä
TAH Foundation
SPEAKER
Niklas Kaskeala
Oatly / Pro Vege
SPEAKER
Bernt Nordman
WWF
SPEAKER
Stella Staunstrup
Plantebranchen
16.00-16.45 UTC+4
Healthy, Sustainable and Just Food Systems
Unlocking Economic Opportunities for Global Impact
This COP29 event will explore the latest scientific and economic insights into transforming global food systems including the Food System Economics Commission, the Nordic Nutrition Recommendations 2023 and the upcoming EAT-Lancet 2.0 Commission. Experts and thought leaders will discuss how science-based strategies can address the challenges across the global food systems, highlighting the economic opportunities that arise from promoting healthy and sustainable diets. The event will explore opportunities and challenges within the science-policy interface and showcase how food systems efforts are fundamental for climate action.
Organizers
EAT & The Nordic Council of Ministers
MODERATOR
Lujain Alqodmani
Chief of Action Officer, EAT
SPEAKER
Dan Koivulaakso
Head of Department, Nordic Council of Ministers
SPEAKER
Mattias Frumerie
Climate Ambassador, Sweden
SPEAKER
Dr. Namukolo Covic
an EAT Lancet 2.0 Commissioner, the Regional Director, East and Southern Africa (ESA), CGIAR, and ILRI Director General's Representative to Ethiopia
SPEAKER
Hindou Ibrahim
Environmental activist, Association for Indigenous Women and Peoples of Chad (AFPAT)
SPEAKER
Naoko Ishii
Food System Economics Commissioner
SPEAKER
Lise Walbom
CEO, Food Nation Denmark
SPEAKER
Carlos Augustin
Advisor to the Minister of Agriculture, Brazi
19
Nov
Health & Climate Smart Societies
08.15-08.45 UTC+4
Morning Briefing: What is Happening in the Negotiations?
Organizers
Innovation Norway
MODERATOR
Hilke von
Hoerschelmann Innovation Norway
Hoerschelmann Innovation Norway
SPEAKER
Maria Mjaaland
Youth Delegate, Norwegian Delegation
09.00-09.45 UTC+4
Water, the hidden key in climate
This seminar will delve into innovative solutions provided by nordic companies and their partners in Asia, Latin-America and Africa, showcasing how these organizations are making significant strides in sustainable water management and climate resilience.
Organizers
Innovation Norway & Ruden Water and Worldview International Foundation (Co-organizer)
MODERATOR
Eli Bleie Munkelien
Director Innovation Norway
SPEAKER
Helene Ruden
CEO Ruden Water
SPEAKER
Kim Noguera Gabrielli
CEO Worldview International Foundation
SPEAKER
Juan Carlos Monterrey Gómez
Climate Director and Negotiatior, Government of Panama
SPEAKER
Ahmed Mohammed Hassan
Director of Hydrometeorology department, Government of Somalia
10.00-10.45 UTC+4
Unlocking Climate Resilience on Coral Islands
Innovative geoengineering for coral islands regaining water supply and climate resilience
This session provides insights into innovative solutions addressing the rising sea levels that threaten atoll islands. The Ruden AS project investigates the use of InSAR satellite data for the hydraulic uplifting of low-lying islands. This pioneering approach aims to mitigate the impacts of coastal erosion and flooding, offering a potential method for climate adaptation. By elevating these islands, they also regain their previous state with local access to freshwater beneath the island. The session will explore this groundbreaking strategy's technical feasibility and monitoring capabilities.
Organizers
Innovation Norway & Ruden Water
MODERATOR
Helene Ruden
CEO Ruden AS
SPEAKER
Nicola Tollin
Prof. At University of Southern Denmark and UNESCO Chair
13.15-14.15 UTC+4
Launch of the Norwegian Global Emission Reduction Initiative
Driving ambition through international carbon cooperation
We know the total emission reductions in countries’ collective NDCs will not be sufficient to reach the Paris Agreement temperature target. We must do more.
By launching the Norwegian Global Emission Reduction Initiative, Norway reconfirms its commitment to contribute towards financing emission reductions and green growth in developing countries. The Initiative will operate under the Paris Agreement Article 6 and has the potential to trigger large-scale private sector investments. The
Norwegian Government has authorized the use of up to about 750 million USD for the work of the Initiative.
Organizer
Norwegian Ministry of Climate and Environment
MODERATOR
Fenella Aouane
Global Green Growth Institute
SPEAKER
H.E. Tore Onshuus Sandvik
Norwegian Minister of Climate and Environment
SPEAKER
H.E. Jonas Gahr Støre (Video message)
Norwegian Prime Minister
SPEAKER
H.E. Mike Mposha
Minister of Green Economy and Environment, Zambia
SPEAKER
H.E. Cheikh Sadibou Diop
Deputy Minister of Environment and Ecological Transition
SPEAKER
Ms. Adidjatou Hassan
Deputy Chief of Staff, Ministry of Finance and Economy, Benin
14.30-15.15 UTC+4
Towards Sustainable Consumption
The Need for Policies That Work - Examples from the Nordic Countries
In rich countries, consumption-based GHG emissions are typically higher than territorial GHG emissions. Both types of emissions have decreased but too slow to be in line with international agreements. In this seminar, a recent report from the Nordic Council of Ministers (Policy Options for Reducing Consumption-Based Emissions - A Nordic Survey) is presented. The report suggests efficient policies that address GHGs, other pollutants and also improve public health as well as environmental quality.
Organizers
CICERO Center for International Climate Research & KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Co-organizers: Nordic Council of Ministers
Co-organizers: Nordic Council of Ministers
MODERATOR
Gunnell E. Sandanger
CICERO, Norway
SPEAKER
Merethe Dotterud Leiren
CICERO, Norway
SPEAKER
Göran Finnveden
Professor, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden
SPEAKER
Helena Stockenfeldt
Moderaterna, the Swedish Parliament
SPEAKER
Jytte Guteland
Social Democrats, the Swedish Parliament
SPEAKER
Lars Haltbrekken
Socialist Left, the Norwegian Paliament
SPEAKER
Karin Lexén
Swedish Society for Nature Conservation
SPEAKER
Dan Koivulaakso
Head of Department, Nordic Council of Ministers
16.00-17.30 UTC+4
Climate Neutral Visions for 2050
Notions of the Good Life, New Economic Models and Welfare Beyond-GDP
Drawing on Nordic work on alternative welfare measurements and visions of climate neutrality, this event will explore how beyond-GDP approaches might inform visions of social-ecologically sustainable future societies.
Panelists and the audience will be asked to participate in a meditation and backcasting exercise to uncover what a good life in a climate neutral society in 2050 can look like. A panel discussion will explore these visions deeper and what work is needed to achieve them.
Organizers
The Nordic Council of Ministers on Environment and Climate & Demos Helsinki
MODERATOR
Aaron Tuckey
The Nordic Council of Ministers
SPEAKER
Theo Cox
Demos (online)
SPEAKER
Lise Coermann Nygaard
Danish Youth Delegate to the UNFCCC
SPEAKER
Sister Jayanti Kirpalani
Assistant Administrative Head of Brahma Kumaris
SPEAKER
Isabella Lövin
EU parliamentarian and former Swedish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Climate
20
Nov
Adaptation & Resilience
9.00-10.00 UTC+4
Adaptation Gap Report 2024:
Low finance, capacity and technology transfer limit adaptation action
As fires and floods hit the poor hardest, it is time for the world to step up adaptation actions. Parliamentarian’s morning briefing with insights from UNEP’s Adaptation Gap Report 2024. Join parliamentarians reflecting upon main conclusions from the Adaptation report. The event will present key findings of the AGR 2024, which focuses on finance as well as capacity building and technology transfer. Results show that awareness and planning are improving but the adaptation gap is widening because implementation is not increasing despite rising impacts.
Participants will be briefed about progress in adaptation as presented in the AGR, which is received with anticipation ahead of the COP as the report provides important information relevant to the negotiations.
Organizers
The Nordic Council & UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre
MODERATOR
Himanshu Gulati
Member of Nordic Council and member of Norwegian parliament
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Henry Neufeldt
UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre Head, Impact Assessment and Adaptation, Chief Scientific Editor of the Adaptation Gap Report
SPEAKER
Georgina Cundill-Kemp
UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre
11.00-11.45 UTC+4
Nordic Leadership on Climate Risks
Adapting to Transboundary Impacts through International Co-operation and Action
At COP28, Parties recognised the transboundary nature of climate change and the complex, cascading risks it creates. Nordic countries are at the forefront of addressing these challenges, pioneering adaptive strategies and enhancing international cooperation. This event highlights Nordic leadership in tackling transboundary climate risks, showcasing innovative solutions and partnerships that are setting new standards for global resilience and collaboration.
Organizer
The Nordic Council of Ministers
MODERATOR
Katy Harris
Director, Adaptation Without Borders
SPEAKER
Dr. Richard J. T. Klein
Senior Research Fellow, SEI
SPEAKER
Magnús Örn Agnesar-Sigurðsson
Head of Division, Ministry of the Environment, Energy and Climate, Iceland
SPEAKER
Marie Wien Fjell
Senior Advisor, Ministry of Climate and Environment, Norway
13.15-14.00 UTC+4
Children-led panel: Listen to the next generation
A children-led panel, where children will both moderate and attendthe panel. The Children's Panel on Climate Change will be leading theevent and children from other parts of the world will attend thepanel. The discussion will be around children's participation andexpectation of COPs.
Organizers
The Norwegian Children and Youth Council)
14.30-15.15 UTC+4
Ensuring effective L&D action: conditions and pathways for multi-stakeholder cooperation
Despite the political willingness to protect the vulnerable from loss and damage, there are considerable risks that the political consensus does not transfer to reality. This event gathers diverse expertise to explore strategies for addressing loss & damage, based on new empirical research led by Nordic ACT Alliance members. While CSOs effectively reach the most vulnerable social groups, multi-stakeholder cooperation is crucial to scale their impact.
Organizers
Finnish Development NGOs, ACT Alliance, Felm
MODERATOR
Leia Achampong
SPEAKER
Harri Pietarila
Finnish Meteorological Institute, Head of the FMI's Consulting Services (online participation)
SPEAKER
Krity Shrestha
DCA Nepal, Climate Action Adviser (on-site participation)
SPEAKER
Krista Mikkonen
Member of the Finnish Parliament and The Nordic Council
SPEAKER
Alpha Kaloga
Co-Chair of the Santiago Network Advisory Board.
16.00-16.45 UTC+4
Voices from the Frontlines: How Lived Experiences Inform Bold Decision-Making for Resilience and Climate Justice
Three Stories, each from Conservation, Resilience and Climate Justice will give insights of and to understand the lived realities of environmental defenders, conservationists on sites, and communities working towards sustainable and climate friendly livelihoods. Lived experiences will inform, stress, and inspire decisionmakers and local communities and bring solidarity to stand for each other and understand ways to fight climate change and support human rights of the most vulnerable frontline communities.
What impact can well informed decisions have on the climate action space? How can we incorporate in our work the learnings from each other to shape a more resilient community and inform bold decision making?
Organizers
Nordic Council and CEESP IUCN (Commission on Environmental, Economic and Social Policy)
MODERATOR
Shantanu Mandal
Deputy Chair- ReSpECC (IUCN CEESP - Religion, Spirituality, Environmental Conservation & Climate Justice)
KEYNOTE
Bryan Bixcul
Maya-Tz’utujil from Ixiim Ulew
SPEAKER
Casey Camphorinek WECAN, Womens Earth n Climate Network
SPEAKER
Mark Lawrence
Member of the German Council for Sustainable Development
SPEAKER
Krista Mikkonen
Member of the Nordic Council and member of the Finnish Parliament
SPEAKER
Ingvild Kjerkol
Member of Norwegian parliament
SPEAKER
Suwilanji Sinyangwe from Zambia, Programs Officer at the Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN)
KEYNOTE LISTENER
Himanshu Gulati Member of Nordic Council and member of Norwegian Parliament
17.00-17.45 UTC+4
Building political will – the vital role of parliamentarians in climate action
Parliamentarians are uniquely positioned to drive impactful climate action, shaping both national and international policy landscapes. As elected representatives, they hold the power to influence climate legislation, allocate resources, and integrate sustainability into national budgets.
This event highlights the role of parliamentarians and those challenges and opportunities they face making the necessary changes in policy and budgets in time to prevent a global climate breakdown.
Organizer
The Nordic Council
MODERATOR
Krista Mikkonen
Member of Nordic Council and member of Finnish Parliament
KEYNOTE
Malini Mehra
CEO of GLOBE International
KEYNOTE
Áslat Holmberg
Vice president of the Saami Council (TBC)
SPEAKER
Himanshu Gulati
Member of Norwegian Parliament & member of the Nordic Council
SPEAKER
Jytte Guteland
Member of the Swedish Parliament
SPEAKER
Fredrick Ayodele
from Nigeria, Scientific Officer at the Nigeria Federal Ministry of Environment (FMENV)
KEYNOTE LISTENER
Ola Elvestuen
Member of Norwegian Parliament & member of the Nordic Council
18.00-19.30 UTC+4
Nordic Reception – The urgency of climate action
Welcome by Ms Krista Mikkonen, member of the Nordic Council and member of the Finnish Parliament
Organizers
The Nordic Council
21
Nov
Biodiversity
9.30-10.15 UTC+4
Climate and Nature Dilemmas
How Do We Solve Both the Climate and the Nature Crisis?
We want to address the dilemmas between the solutions to climate crisis and the increasing damage on nature. We invite Nordic businesses and politicians to answer dilemmas and questions from youth representatives, both at stage and from the audience.
Organizers
Danish and Norwegian Youth Delegates & Innovation Norway
MODERATOR
Mehak Sudan
Indpendent Researcher & Consultant
Indpendent Researcher & Consultant
SPEAKER
Linda Monsen Merksdal
Energy and environment committee, Norwegian Parliament
SPEAKER
Jens Asker Aarkrog Wahlgren
Climate Consultant, Danish Industry
SPEAKER
Eli Bleie Munkelien
Director for the Norwegian business delegation to COP29,
Innovation Norway
SPEAKER
Carl Valentin
MP, Denmark, Socialist People’s Party
MP, Denmark, Socialist People’s Party
11.00-11.45 UTC+4
Enhancing Biodiversity through Nature-Based Solutions
From Concept to Implementation
Join us at COP29 for an engaging event featuring two PechaKucha presentations: one from the Working Group for Biodiversity and another on Nature-based Solutions from the Nordic Vision project.
Following these short presentations, a panel will explore turning concepts into actions for biodiversity through nature-based solutions in both Nordic and global contexts. The panel will include a representative from IUCN, one from the Nordics, and the audience will be our third panelist via Mentimeter. This interactive session invites both in-person and online participants to share feedback on enhancing biodiversity through Nature-based Solutions. A representative from GYBN will moderate the event.
Organizers
The Nordic Council of Ministers
MODERATOR
Sigurd Krabbe
Danish UN Youth delegate
SPEAKER
Jóna Ólavsdóttir
Nature-based Solutions in the Nordics
SPEAKER
Fía Niclasen
Nordic Working Group for Biodiversity
SPEAKER
Dr. Henry Neufeldt
Head – Impact Assessment and Adaptation Analysis, Chief Scientific Editor of the UNEP Adaptation Gap Report
SPEAKER
TBC
12.00-12.30 UTC+4
Nordic Toolbox for a Just Green Transition (Digital event)
Research-based Guidance for Policymakers to Navigate Challenges and Get Inspired
The Nordic Toolbox for a Just Green Transition equips policymakers with practical tools to ensure no one is left behind. Featuring six priority areas, insights from socially at-risk groups, and a checklist, it translates four years of research into actionable guidance for inclusive, equitable green policies. Join this digital presentation by the research team to explore how to make the green transition just for all.
Organizer
Nordregio
MODERATOR
Lisa Pelling
Arena Idé think tank
SPEAKER
Nora Sánchez Gassen
Senior Research Fellow
SPEAKER
Louise Ögland
Communications Advisor
SPEAKER
Åsa Persson
Chair, Swedish Climate Policy Council and Research Director and Deputy Director, SEI
13.00-14.00 UTC+4
Establishment of the Group of Negative Emitters: The race to 1.5
Achieving Negative Emissions and the Role of Carbon Dioxide Removal
The Group of Negative Emitters (GONE) will bring together policymakers to discuss the need for negative emissions and carbon dioxide removal, and global cooperation on these issues. The event will feature the announcement of members of the alliance, followed by panels with Ministers and high-level representatives, highlighting perspectives on the need for global net-negative emissions and how to achieve them, including the challenges involved.
Organizers
Danish Ministry of Climate, Energy and Utilities & the Group of Negative Emitters (GONE)
MODERATOR
Thomas Koch Blank
Managing Director, RMI
SPEAKER
Lars Aagaard
Danish Minister of Climate, Energy and Utilities
SPEAKER
Seyoum Mekonen
Ethiopian State Minister
of Planning and Development
SPEAKER
Romina Pourmokhtari
Swedish Minister for Climate and the Environment
SPEAKER
Kai Mykkänen
Finnish Minister of Climate and the Environment
SPEAKER
Sophie Hermans
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Climate Policy and Green Growth, The Netherlands
SPEAKER
Marciano Dasai
Minister of Spatial Planning and Environment, Government of Suriname
SPEAKER
Vera Rodenhoff
Deputy DG of German Federal Ministry for the Economic Affairs and Climate Action
CLOSING REMARKS
Niklas Hagelberg
Senior Programme Director, UNEP
14.30-15.15
Defending the Defenders
Rights and Challenges for Climate Activists
The panel will highlight global challenges faced by climate defenders, including regional differences and discuss both the rights that climate defenders should have and how these rights can be secured.The event will address global challenges and discuss future COP implications. The panel aims to increase the attention to global trends limiting the right to protest to stifle growing demands for climate action, including by Indigenous Peoples, and the importance of civil and political rights to climate journalism, science, and policy. It will further highlight the link between human rights education, and the room for civic space, and the exercise of freedom of expression, association and peaceful assembly. A special focus will be given to the treatment of local environmental protesters and defenders in Nordic and other countries, including former and current host countries.
Organizers
Amnesty Norway, Danish Youth Council & Norwegian FORUM for development and environment
MODERATOR
Sigurd Krabbe
Youth Delegate to the UN, Denmark
SPEAKER
Marie Struthers
Head of Eastern Europe Section, Amnesty International
SPEAKER
Mikkel Inchley
Nature and Youth
SPEAKER
Bayram Zhala Bayramova (online)
Azerbaijani representative
16.00-16.45 UTC+4
Finding the Path Together
The way forward for securing forest tenure rights for Indigenous Peoples and local communities as part of the climate and nature solution
25 public and private funders have pledged $ 1.7 billion to support forest tenure rights for Indigenous Peoples and local communities in tropical forest countries from 2021- 25. At this event, The Forest Tenure Funders Group, chaired by Norway, will present the 2023 report that shows that we are on track to meet this goal. Partners that have received funding through the pledge will reflect on results they have achieved in securing communities’ tenure rights, and how these results contribute to meeting global climate and nature goals.
Organizer
Norwegian Ministry of Climate and Environment in partnership with the International Land Tenure Facility
MODERATOR
TBC
SPEAKER
Hege Ragnhildsveit
Policy Director, Norwegian International Climate and Forest Initiative on the FTFG report findings
SPEAKER
Ms Sinea do Vale
National Coordinator of the Indigenous Committee on Climate Change (CIMC), Brazil (TBC)
SPEAKER
Ms. Nonette Royo or Mr. David Kaimowitz, International Land Tenure Facility
SPEAKER
Mr. Torbjørn Gjefsen
Rainforest Foundation Norway
17.00-18.00 UTC+4
Resilient North - Reception
Showcasing a New Strategy in Preparation for Atlantic Tipping Points
Ensuring transboundary climate resilience requires a new strategy. Welcome to a youth-led reception on Nordic engagement and leadership in preparing for climate tipping points. Reflecting the negotiations so far, we discuss scientific policy recommendations on tipping point management. To address the emerging threats of tipping points we introduce the Atlas project and learn from youth climate leaders from Nordics to Latin America.
Organizers
Operaatio Arktis & UN Youth Climate Delegates of Finland
Co-organizers: UN Youth Representatives on Sustainable Development of Netherlands & Sustenta Honduras
Co-organizers: UN Youth Representatives on Sustainable Development of Netherlands & Sustenta Honduras
MODERATOR
Justus Lehtisaari
Director of International Collaboration
SPEAKER
Antti Regelin
UN Youth Climate Delegate of Finland
SPEAKER
Ricardo Pineda
Director & Co-Founder
SPEAKER
Kiki Ritmeijer
UN Youth Representative on Sustainable Development of Netherlands
22
Nov
What's next?
10.00-10.45 UTC+4
Youth in Urban Crisis: Climate, Housing, and Involvement in City Planning
This session will bring together youth voices and experts to explore the challenges and opportunities for youth engagement in urban policy and planning as well mitigating risk of mental health problems related to climate anxiety and housing instability.
Organizers
Ministry of Climate (Estonia) and Environmental Investment Centre (Estonia)
MODERATOR
Anna Celine Kraus
Climate Youth Delegate of Estonia
SPEAKER
Yoko Alender
Minister for Climate of Estonia, Master of Architecture and Urban Planning
SPEAKER
Thaline Karajá
Indigenous Youth from Amazon, Brazil
SPEAKER
Sadaf Khan
Lead of Asia-Oceania at YOUNGO, India
SPEAKER
Dr Emma Lawrance
Climate Cares Centre Lead & Mental Health Lead, Institute of Global Health Innovation, Imperial College London, UK
11.00-11.45 UTC+4
Reimagining COP: How Do We Best Structure COP-processes in the Future to Increase Action?
Join Us for a Panel Debate on How to Enhance Effectiveness and Collaboration of UN Negotiations
Should COP-processes align more closely with other MEAs? Split into political and technical sessions? Should the action and negotiation part be more interlinked or separated? Hear insights from civil society, negotiators, and industry federations on enhancing effectiveness and collaboration of UN negotiations.
Organizers
The Danish Youth Delegates & The Network of European Climate Youth Delegates to UN
MODERATOR
TBC
SPEAKER
TBC
SPEAKER
TBC
SPEAKER
TBC
13.00-13.15 UTC+4
Brief from the negotiations
As the negotiations reach their final hours, Marjo Nummelin, Head of Delegation for Finland reflects on the progress made thus far and what work remains to be done.
Organizers
Nordic Council of Ministers
MODERATOR
Aaron Tuckey
Nordic Council of Ministers
SPEAKER
Marjo Nummelin Head of Delegation for Finland
13.15-14.00 UTC+4
Youth Reflections on COP29
Youth Representatives Reflect on the COP29 Process and Outcome
As the negotiations come to a close, after the brief from the negotiations, youth representatives from the Nordics and around the world will share reflections on the results of COP29. The panel will discuss their perspectives on both the process and outcomes of COP29 and how to move forward.
Organizer
Nordic Youth Delegates
MODERATOR
Amalie Holmefjord
Norwegian Youth Delegate to the UNFCCC
SPEAKER
Uchenna Igwe
Project Associate, Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID)
SPEAKER
Lise Coermann Nygaard
Danish Youth Delegate to the UNFCCC
SPEAKER
Sibusiso Mazomba
South African youth delegate to the UNFCCC
