The climate emergency is a direct consequence of carbon-heavy land-use and agriculture, transport, buildings and industrial processes and polluting energy sources. Without profound changes to these sectors and a drastic cut to carbon footprints, there is little hope of protecting the planet from the devastating effects of a warmer world.
Below are climate-related news and events from the United Nations and partners.
Happening on 30 May from 10:50 - 12:45 GMT at the Grand Théâtre National de Dakar, the session titled Sustainable Construction and Climate: Perspectives from West Africa Session aims at showcasing policy actions and initiatives led by countries in the region to achieve a low-carbon, high efficient and climate resilient buildings and construction sector as well as challenges faced by the sector to adapt and be more resilient to climate change.
This session is part of the Forum on Innovative Materials and Sustainable Construction in West Africa, taking place between 28-31 May 2024 in Dakar, Senegal.
Join REN21 on Thursday, 30 May, at 11:00 CET for an in-depth look at the Energy Demand Module of the Renewables 2024 Global Status Report.
The module highlights the dismal increase in renewable energy uptake in the energy-consuming sectors.
Tune in to hear from the experts behind this second Module and discover the latest trends in global renewable energy consumption, with highlights on industry, buildings, transport and agriculture sectors.
It may be built out of recyclable cardboard boxes, but when world leaders officially open the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4) on 27 May, one of the manifestations of young people’s hopes for a better future that will greet them is a solid “wall of commitment” imploring them to take more action against the ravages of climate change.
The Global Transparency Forum which happened from 20-21 May in Tokyo concluded with a call to action, urging participants to apply the insights gained and continue working towards submitting their BTRs and preparing their next Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
The forum highlighted the importance of national ownership and leveraging each country's unique strengths to build effective Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems.
Additionally, the forum stressed:
Forests are vital for biodiversity, climate regulation, and carbon absorption. Conserving and restoring natural spaces, and the biodiversity they contain, is essential for limiting emissions and adapting to climate impacts. Pledge to protect and restore forests for a healthier planet this International Day for Biological Diversity and everyday!
The Global Transparency Forum is set to take place from 20 to 21 May 2024 at the United Nations University in Tokyo, Japan. The forum will discuss the pivotal role of transparency in climate action as required under the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF) of the Paris Agreement.
A High-Level Dialogue titled The Importance of Transparency in raising NDC Ambition will be happening on 20 May from 4:45 PM Tokyo time.
The specific objectives of the High-Level Dialogue are as follows:
1. Register for the High-Level Dialogue.
2. Access the latest agenda.
See below why climate transparency matters.
Following the Buildings Breakthrough launched at COP28 UAE, and the Declaration de Chaillot, unveiled at the Buildings and Climate Global Forum in Paris, Kenya through its Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing, and Urban Development is continuing the momentum of #ClimateAction in the Building and Construction Sector.
The buildings and construction sector plays a crucial role in the Kenya's economic and social development and in the wake of the devastating floods and torrential rain, the sector offers strong opportunities to strengthen the resilience of homes and public buildings and for effective climate action, delivering many social and economic benefits.
UNEP together with the Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction, are committed to support the Government of Kenya and all the stakeholders present today in their efforts to accelerate climate action in the buildings and construction sector.
