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- News 18 August 2025 Together for Transparency: Countries convene to enhance evidence-based climate action Transparency is foundational to strong climate action and the success of the Paris Agreement. 2025 is a crucial year for strengthened climate action through updated pledges backed by greater transparency. With the 2024 deadline for the first Biennial Transparency Reports (BTRs), the Paris Agreement’s Enhanced Transparency Framework moved from design to operationalisation as countries reported on their climate action progress. This milestone also marked a pivotal moment for countries to…
- News 18 August 2025 Building Momentum for Carbon Markets in Support of Pakistan’s Climate Goals Advancing Pakistan’s preparedness for cooperative approaches under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, the UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre (UNEP-CCC) conducted a strategic mission under the Supporting Preparedness for Article 6 Cooperation (SPAR6C) programme. Over the course of engagements in Islamabad, Lahore, Multan, and Karachi, the mission worked closely with federal and provincial governments, the private sector, and development partners to translate policy frameworks into actionable pathways…
- News 12 August 2025 Building Capacity of Lusophone Youth in the Climate Transparency Process As host of this year’s COP30, Brasil has been a lead advocate for climate transparency and the transition of countries ad-hoc reporting requirements to efficient, evidence-based and institutionalised processes for reporting their climate change progress and commitments. The path to COP30 is thus a unique opportunity to introduce Lusophone youth to climate governance. COP30 President André Corrêa do Lago has stated that “as countries prepare and communicate their next NDCs and Biennial…
- News 1 August 2025 New ClimateTech Podcast Episodes Explore Scalable Energy Solutions The ClimateTech Podcast has released three new episodes that highlight practical, inclusive technologies driving climate action with a focus on sustainable energy solutions. From biogas and waste-to-energy to electric cooking, the episodes feature expert insights and on-the-ground experiences that demonstrate how these solutions can support emissions reductions, energy access, health, job creation and overall sustainable development. The three episodes are produced through the Smart Energy…
- Webinar & E-Learning 28 July 2025 International ESCO Symposium 2025 - National Regulation and Frameworks in Support of ESCO Moderated by Denis Tanguay (Efficiency Valuation Organisation), this panel explored how national regulatory frameworks can support the growth of ESCO markets. Panellists from the Philippines, the United States, Türkiye, and India shared their experiences, highlighting both progress and persistent challenges in enabling energy performance contracting (EPC) and scaling energy efficiency investments. Key Insights by Country Alexander Ablaza – Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance (PE2),…
- Webinar & E-Learning 28 July 2025 International ESCO Symposium 2025 - Spotlight on the ESCO from a Development Perspective Moderated by Mark Lister (Chair, Efficiency Valuation Organization and Co-CEO, Asia Clean Energy Partners – Australia), this session explored how ESCO models are being supported and scaled in developing countries and conflict-affected regions. The panel featured development institutions and financiers who shared their strategies for enabling ESCO markets through policy, finance, and technical assistance. Key Insights by Speaker Anna Zhovtenko – Project Manager, Energy and Environment…
- Webinar & E-Learning 28 July 2025 International ESCO Symposium 2025 - Welcoming Remarks The symposium, held in Istanbul and hosted by EYODER (Energy Efficiency and Management Association of Türkiye), in collaboration with UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre and other partners, gathered nearly 200 participants from 42 countries. It aimed to elevate the global ESCO (Energy Service Company) industry and promote energy efficiency as a key solution to climate and energy challenges. Welcoming Remarks Highlights Søren Lütken – Co-chair, Global ESCO Network, UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre …
- Webinar & E-Learning 28 July 2025 International ESCO Symposium 2025 - Message from ESCO Associations Session Overview Moderated by Pierre Langlois, Co-chair of the Global ESCO Network, this session brought together leaders from ESCO associations across Malaysia, Spain, Mexico, and Thailand. The discussion focused on the role of ESCO associations in shaping national markets, promoting energy performance contracting (EPC), and overcoming regulatory, financial, and market barriers. Key Speakers and Highlights Zulkifli Zahari – President, MAESCO (Malaysia) Context: Malaysia targets a 45%…