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According to the IPCC, the concentration of greenhouse gases in the earth’s atmosphere is directly linked to the average global temperature on Earth, and the concentration has been rising steadily. The most abundant greenhouse gas, accounting for about two-thirds of greenhouse gases, carbon dioxide, is largely the product of burning fossil fuels.
There is alarming evidence that important tipping points, leading to irreversible changes in major ecosystems and the planetary climate system, may already have been reached or passed. One of the most urgent challenges facing countries across the world today is how to achieve economic prosperity and development while also combating climate change.
The Paris climate change agreement commits nations to limit global temperature rise to no more than 2°C above pre-industrial levels, with countries pledging to cut or curb their greenhouse gas emissions – through a combination of mitigation and adaptation measures – by 2030.
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Understanding the gender imbalance at the international climate negotiations
Despite progress in recent years, women are still being held back from participating in international talks on climate.
"With only 37% of women attendees at COP26 in Glasgow forming part of an official national delegation, the UNFCCC’s latest report on gender in the climate change negotiations shows that parity remains a challenge. And figures on women’s roles and engagement during the meetings show that, although they may form part of the delegations, speaking time and decision-making positions are often monopolised by men".
Women and other marginalised groups are the most effected by climate change globally, hence inclusive gender sensitive governance leads to more effective and sustainable adaptation outcomes, reducing vulnerability and climate risks.
Women must have a voice and a seat at the table to ensure negotiations lead toward a gender just transition.
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✅What are the trends in accounting and disclosure standards on ESG & sustainability?
✅What opportunities can financial institutions seize to take the lead in ESG-integrated decision making?
Investor demand gave rise to numerous ESG and sustainability standards yet fragmented and different disclosure practices often hinder financial institutions to operate effectively across borders.
On 23 May, the Green Finance Platform will gather leading accounting and standard setting bodies to discuss standardization and disclosure of ESG and sustainability information.
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Renewable Energy Opportunities for Wastewater Treatment Plants: A Case Study of Melbourne Water
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Adapting to a future of extremes: Green, grey and hybrid solutions
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Webinar: Sustainability report best practices
The learnings, challenges, and surprises (!) in the carbon accounting and reporting process of a fast-growing tech company.
May 30th, 15:00 – 15:45 CEST / 14:00 – 14:45 BST
Register now!