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- 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…
- 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…
- News 26 March 2025 Kyrgyz Republic refines NDC tracking and mitigation reporting in energy and transport with ICAT and CBIT-GSP joint support The experts received capacity building training via two consecutive workshops conducted jointly by the Initiative for Climate Action Transparency (ICAT) and the Capacity-Building Initiative for Transparency – Global Support Programme (CBIT-GSP). Both initiatives work with country partners and sector stakeholders globally to help countries enhance the quality of their climate mitigation planning, tracking, and reporting. The participants in the workshop represented The Kyrgyz Republic’s Ministry…
- News 21 March 2025 Azerbaijan embraces climate transparency mission Azerbaijan’s demonstrated commitment to enhanced climate reporting and transparency began with its participation in the first round of Mutual Learning Programme implementation in 2023, along with, Uzbekistan, and Japan; and Moldova, Georgia, and Japan. This participation has led to an expanded role as a transparency advocate within its region of Central Asia and the Caucasus. With Global Environment Facility support Azerbaijan has also implemented capacity building initiatives through its…
- News 17 March 2025 TNA V Workshop Seeks to Upscale Finance to Bridge Policy and Implementation Since 2009, more than 100 developing countries have undergone the Technology Needs Assessment (TNA) processes to help them prioritise and plan for the implementation of climate technologies based on their social, economic, environmental, and climate contexts. The TNA process, including the Technology Action Plans (TAPs), are key elements of countries’ climate change mitigation and adaptation planning, and help countries to identify realistic measures to implement the commitments of their…
- News 17 March 2025 Technology Needs Assessment global workshop seeks to upscale finance to bridge policy and implementation The TNA process, including the Technology Action Plans (TAPs), are key elements of countries’ climate change mitigation and adaptation planning, and help countries to identify realistic measures to implement the commitments of their Nationally Determined Contributions and National Adaptation Plans. The TNA is funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and implemented by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre in close collaboration with the…