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- News 9 May 2025 Successful Symposium Highlights Potential of ESCOs in Climate Action This week, the 2nd International ESCO Symposium underscored the importance of energy service companies (ESCOs) in financing energy efficiency projects. ESCOs utilize energy savings to pay for the cost of equipment and infrastructure, making them a vital component in the transition to a low-carbon future. The symposium, organized in cooperation with the Global ESCO Network, was held in Istanbul from May 7 to 8, and successfully brought together global leaders in the energy services sector…
- Webinar & E-Learning 29 April 2025 Maritime Decarbonization: A Critical Component of the Global Climate Action Agenda (Webinar) - 24.04.2025 The shipping industry significantly contributes to global greenhouse gas emissions, making maritime decarbonisation vital for climate action. As the world works toward ambitious climate goals, the decarbonisation of maritime transport is essential to reducing emissions and mitigating the impacts of climate change. This webinar, held in collaboration with the Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN) and Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping, explores the critical role of…
- Project 22 April 2025 Supporting the Reserve Bank of Fiji to increase sustainable finance in Fiji As a small island state with an economy in development and reliant upon tourism and the primary sector, Fiji is highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. Given its high exposure, the Government of Fiji has been proactive in developing climate policies to mitigate climate change, and adapt to and address its impacts, while ensuring inclusive economic development. The mobilization of finance is a key for the implementation of Fiji’s ambitious policy programme. To this end, Fiji has…
- News 22 April 2025 Kenya takes a major step forward with new energy management regulations On February 7th, 2025, the Kenyan Parliament passed comprehensive Energy Management Regulations, which among other things is regulating the energy services market, including Energy Service Companies (ESCO). This legislation, a major update of the Energy Management regulation from 2012, is a significant step towards enhancing energy efficiency and promoting sustainable development in Kenya. The new regulations are well-aligned with policy recommendations provided by UNEP Copenhagen Climate…
- Webinar & E-Learning 11 April 2025 The ESCO market in the Philippines – A recipe for success (Webinar) - 09.04.2025 While the ESCO market in the Philippines has over a quarter-century history behind it, it received a huge boost when an inclusive and comprehensive energy efficiency law was enacted in 2019. This webinar covers progress since the enactment of the 2019 law, what is needed to reach its goals and how ESCOs can play a pivotal part in reaching them, as well as the barriers hindering this. The law, Republic Act 11285, mandates energy efficiency adoption in the public sector through a “whole-of…
- Event 7 April 2025 Article 6 Capacity Building for Industrial Partners in Pakistan Article 6 carbon markets offer climate mitigation and sustainable development opportunities, but technical readiness remains a challenge. Readiness includes policies, infrastructure, and systems to enable transparent carbon credit trading. The Supporting Preparedness in Article 6 Cooperation (SPAR6C) webinar series and its supporting materials will facilitate a sector-focused discussion about international carbon markets and Article 6, including national policies and strategies, project…
- News 7 April 2025 Women, health, and productivity to benefit from Ghana-UNEP CCC net-zero transport planning The transport sector is a major contributor to global greenhouse (GHG) gas emissions globally, contributing to nearly 25% of greenhouse gas emissions in 2023 according to the International Energy Agency. Ninety-five percent of transport sector energy is sourced from fossil fuels, meaning decarbonizing the sector can yield significant steps towards the objectives of the 2015 Paris Agreement on reducing global emissions. Decarbonising the transport sector is especially important in…
- Event 4 April 2025 Maritime Decarbonization: A Critical Component of the Global Climate Action Agenda (Webinar) The shipping industry significantly contributes to global greenhouse gas emissions, making maritime decarbonization vital for climate action. As the world works toward ambitious climate goals, the decarbonization of maritime transport is essential to reducing emissions and mitigating the impacts of climate change. This webinar, held in collaboration with the Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN), will explore the critical role of maritime decarbonization within the broader context of…