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During the Global Climate Strikes, youth climate activists urged policymakers to make amendments to Bangladesh's energy sector plan, also known as the IEPMP, to drop fossil fuel-based power in favor of established renewable energy sources. Join the conversation on X: https://lnkd.in/gbB-Yz_a

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Check out the latest article by our PhD candidate Sharif Mustajib on how Bangladesh's extreme #heatwave reveals the country's environmental vulnerability and weak #governance. Read more about the consequences and potential solutions here: https://lnkd.in/gXP7iarC

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What can #Bangladesh teach us about linking water and #climateadaptation for financing and project implementation? Watch the full webinar 'Water and Climate Adaptation Strategies – the Case of Bangladesh' here: https://lnkd.in/e9NupRpx

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What can #Bangladesh teach us about linking water and #climateadaptation for financing and project implementation? Watch the full webinar 'Water and Climate Adaptation Strategies – the Case of Bangladesh' here: https://lnkd.in/e9NupRpx

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💰🌿 What’s the current landscape for financing #climatechange mitigation in 🇱🇰#SriLanka’s manufacturing industries? Download our report to find out! ⬇️ Accelerating Industry’s Climate Response in Sri Lanka is a 5-year project funded by the European Union and implemented by UNIDO under a Global Climate Change Alliance Plus (GCCA+) initiative. The project’s overall objective is to contribute to climate change mitigation by supporting the implementation of Sri Lanka’s Nationally Determined Contributions (#NDCs) for the industrial sector. This report looks at critical elements of financing for mitigation such as: 🗣️ The findings from the extensive stakeholder consultations 🌿 The current landscape for climate mitigation in Sri Lanka 🔎 The approach and methodology Download it here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eSTk56c7 #Decarbonization #IndustrialDecarbonization #EnergyEfficiency #EnergyManagement #EnergySavings #Finance #GreenRecovery #GreenTechnologies #RenewableEnergy #IndustryDialogue2024 Ministry of environment, Sri Lanka, Econoler, EnergySolve International (Pvt) Ltd.

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🎯 Emissions Reduction Targets: Ambition vs. Reality for Bangladesh Bangladesh may contribute little to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, yet it ranks 7th on the Climate Vulnerability Index. The stakes are high—around $8.5 billion of climate finance is needed annually to fund adaptation projects identified in the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) for 2023-2050. Now, let’s talk about ambition. Many leading fashion brands have set bold goals under the Science-Based Targets initiative to cut supply chain emissions by nearly 50%. As a global hub for garment manufacturing, Bangladesh plays a crucial role in these brands’ supply chains. But here’s the reality: Has anyone questioned Bangladesh’s emissions reduction target for 2030? In its updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) of 2021, Bangladesh pledged to reduce GHG emissions by 89.47 MtCO2e—21.85% below the projected business-as-usual scenario. The UNDP Climate Promise outlines further strategies, with critical milestones expected by August 2024. However, these plans may not have accounted for the political challenges the country is currently navigating. The goals are promising on paper, but in practice, Bangladesh needs to catch up on its climate ambitions. Like many others, I hope to see the emergence of a National Hydrogen Roadmap and a comprehensive Net Zero Strategy, as envisioned by the UNDP’s climate promise. However, stability is the foremost requirement for any country to work on these ambitious plans.

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Want to learn more about how to access climate finance for adaptation projects? Join us to learn about the Adaptation Fund's direct access modality and accreditation process. We'll discuss the benefits of direct access, eligibility criteria, and best practices for successful accreditation. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from experts and connect with potential partners. #Finance4Climate theclimatefunds.org

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Putting it here because we have reached a historic record in Bangladesh. Seeking attention of all our global north colleagues. We are living in this new reality. Highest was 43 C in a place called Chuadanga in the wester border towards India. Update* 17 died today due to heatstroke, another historic first for Bangladesh. Where is the promised 100 billion? #unfccc #climatechange #bangladesh #climatejustice

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❝Funding should be scaled up under the New Collective Quantified Goal on #ClimateFinance (#NCQG) to meet #ClimateAction on #Mitigation, #Adaptation and #LossAndDamage … Access to finance must be straightforward, especially for the Least Developed Countries.❞ - Nepal 🇳🇵 on the #NCQG at the 6th High-Level Ministerial Dialogue on Climate Finance on Day 4 of #COP29.

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“Shocks and stresses are ever increasing, and addressing loss and damage is critical for climate vulnerable countries like Bangladesh. The country is the world’s seventh most climate-vulnerable, and the economic loss of climate change-induced shocks is enormous: in 2016-2021, they eroded between 0.8 to 1.1 percent of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP). Loss and damage’s compensation is critical to climate justice, and it is a right for affected communities, especially in the global south who are paying the price of a climate crisis they are least responsible for.” #climatejustice #genderjustice #cop29 #carealwaysthere https://lnkd.in/gCiwNXJv CARE; CARE Bangladesh

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The Nexus of Climate Change and Land-use Global Scenario with Reference to Nepal https://bit.ly/4dLgiX1 illustrates the intricate relationship between land use and climate change, emphasizing the importance of striking a balance in land use practices, conserving forests, biodiversity, and promoting sustainable agriculture. Author: Medani P. Bhandari, Akamai University, USA, Sumy State University, Ukraine and Gandaki University, Nepal. #LandUsePlanning #ClimateAction #conservation

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Ministry of Climate Change & EC is working on carbon credit guidelines to enable #carbon markets in Pakistan. These guidelines will be launched in #Baku during #COP29

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Enabling investments in #SouthAsia's sustainable future with the Clean Energy Investment Facilitation Platform (CEIFP) launched at #SACEF2024! This platform connects global investors with leading South Asian companies in renewables, energy efficiency, electric mobility, green hydrogen, and more. By centralizing access, it reduces transaction costs, streamlines market entry, and accelerates investment closures—making impactful investments simpler than ever. Currently hosting 25 South Asian companies with a combined capital need of $1.4 billion and 16 global investors, this program is set to drive transformative change in South Asia’s #CleanEnergy landscape. You can access the platform here: https://lnkd.in/gsvxV7V5 #EngageSolveAct #CleanEnergyFinance #NetZero #SouthAsiaEnergy Apurva Chaturvedi Namrata Mukherjee Satish Mandhana Pratyush Thakur Kushal Agrawal Arjun Kumar Gautam Bhaskar Rajah Eversource | An Everstone & Lightsource bp Venture Blueleaf Energy Lightrock India Hydroelectricity Investment and Development Company Limited South Asia Regional Energy Hub (SAREH) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) Ministry Of Heavy Industries Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs Power Finance Corporation Ltd. Energy Efficiency Services Limited National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (Ntpc) Central Electricity Regulatory CommissionÊ(Cerc) Indian Railways (IR) Department of Energy, Ministry of Energy & Natural Resources, Bhutan NITI Aayog Bureau of Energy Efficiency (ऊर्जा दक्षता ब्यूरो) Ministry of Infrastructure & Transport, Royal Government of Bhutan Ministry of Climate Change, Environment and Energy, Maldives Ministry of Power, Energy & Mineral Resources, Bangladesh

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Cities Climate Finance Leadership Alliance's "Accelerating Urban Climate Finance in Low- and Middle- Income Countries: An important strategic dimension of MDB reform" report, produced in collaboration with the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM), explores the critical role of urban climate finance in MDB reform. 🏙 Cities are at the forefront of climate impacts and including local governments in MDB reform discussions is key to addressing the climate crisis. 🌱 MDBs cannot address the issue of urban climate finance alone, but they are uniquely placed to partner with governments and other stakeholders to improve the enabling environment for urban climate finance. Explore the report here! ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/d4qe9ggJ

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#mdpienergies #highlycitedpaper How Does Electricity Affect Economic Growth? Examining the Role of Government Policy to Selected Four South Asian Countries 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wLKXL #economicgrowth #electricityuse #governmentpolicy #panelARDL #SouthAsiancountries

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🌊 New on the RDR student blog: Jasmine Andean and Siyao Li discuss how the mediatisation of #flooding, especially in #Bangladesh, oversimplifies the issue by attributing it primarily to climate change, ultimately impacting the effectiveness of development projects. The article is an output from their summer internship during which they were supervised by Dr Mohammad Shamsudduha (Shams). Read more and share the blog post: https://lnkd.in/e-AzC7Xb

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Read the full take of our team's participation in COP 29 and what it means for Bangladesh here: https://lnkd.in/gSVHBwjY 🌍 International Carbon Market Standards: A consensus was reached on standards for Article 6.4, facilitating international carbon crediting projects and directing resources to developing countries. This decision enables countries to trade carbon credits more effectively, promoting global cooperation in reducing emissions and directing funds to developing nations for climate projects. 💰 Climate Finance Goals: Discussions on the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) for climate finance advanced, aiming to mobilize significant financial resources for climate action in developing nations. This decision aims to mobilize substantial financial resources to support climate action in developing countries, helping them transition to sustainable practices. 🔍 Enhanced Transparency: Measures were agreed upon to improve transparency in reporting and tracking climate actions and commitments by countries. This decision ensures that countries are held accountable for their commitments, fostering trust and collaboration in global climate efforts. 🤝 Support for Vulnerable Communities: Emphasis was placed on providing support to vulnerable communities to help them adapt to climate impacts and build resilience. This decision highlights the importance of aiding vulnerable communities, enhancing their resilience and reducing the risk of climate-related disasters. 🔋 Fossil Fuel Transition: Strategies were discussed to accelerate the transition from fossil fuels to clean and sustainable energy sources, considering social and economic justice. This decision significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to the global effort to limit temperature rise and mitigate climate change. #COP29Azerbaijan #ClimateChange #esginstitute #esginbangladesh

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ICLEI South Asia proudly supports Dhaka's Paris-aligned Climate Action Plans (CAPs), aiming to transition the city into a climate-resilient, net-zero emissions urban area by 2050. The CAPs aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, build resilience, and address climate vulnerability through sustainable practices aligned with the Paris Agreement and the Sustainable Development Goals. These ambitious CAPs prioritize seven sectors and 26 strategies for a sustainable future by 2050. Twenty-one targets are set to create a greener, Climate Resilient, Sustainable Dhaka city. C40 Cities #ClimateActionDhaka #SustainableDhaka #SustainableCities #ClimateResilientCities To access the online documents of Dhaka CAPs, please visit the links below: DNCC Climate Action Plan[https://lnkd.in/gMBNZMc6] DSCC Climate Action Plan[https://lnkd.in/g4R-YCrX]

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