Selected side events that focus on pre-2020 ambition V: 11/06/2014

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1 Land use 05/06/14 International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Ireland Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES) The Nature Conservancy (TNC) German Development Institute (DIE - Bonn) International Centre for Research in Agroforestry (ICRAF) Conservation International (CI) Nordic Council of Ministers (NCM) Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical (CIAT) Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) at work What are we learning from the country-level design and implementation of CSA projects and programmes? Which approaches have been validated, which theories of change have yet to be tested? What needs to be done differently? Promoting actions for drastic mitigation toward 2020 and beyond from Asia This side event will review recent efforts on national and regional levels in Asia that aim for drastic mitigation. Research results from IGES on the elements of ADP discussion will also be presented. Discussion topics will include the carbon budget concept, market mechanism, and REDD+. Forest carbon accounting system built in a pilot province of China with MRV This event will introduce a pilot project in Sichuan to inform the development of a robust national forest carbon accounting system for China. Speakers will present on the framework, forest change matrix and models of the system, and China s role and efforts toward MRV in China s forestry sector. Reducing Emissions from Agriculture while improving food security - what role for UNFCCC? Reducing emissions from agriculture is a contested topic in the negotiations. Based on an expert workshop in February, this event analyses the role of agricultural mitigation in the various UNFCCC mechanisms. We will discuss potential opportunities and risks for smallholders in developing countries. Connecting commodities to landscapes through public-privatecivic partnerships There is a disconnect between commodities and landscapes in the sense that landscapes provide no direct benefits to business while providing many of the long-term services to sustain productivity. We will discuss reasons why some businesses do engage at landscape scales. Ecosystem-based adaptation for smallholder farmers: what are the opportunities and constraints? The session will provide an overview of how ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) can help smallholder farmers adapt to climate change and explore the conditions needed to scale up EbA across agricultural landscapes. Speakers will include representatives from CI, UNEP and IKI, among others. Land use in a post-2020 agreement In a recent report prepared for the Nordic Council of Ministers (NOAK), Climate Focus and UNIQUE analyze the current status of the land-use sector under the UNFCCC and its Kyoto Protocol, and formulate options for how various incentives and systems could be harmonized under a future climate treaty. Climate adaptation and agriculture: Solutions to successful national adaptation plans Release of policy brief Planning climate adaptation in agriculture, a panel discussion of research, policy and finance needs as countries implement national adaptation planning processes. It builds upon a 10- country workshop held in November, with recommendations for national delegates and SBI. 1

2 Global Canopy Programme (GCP) Stimulating interim demand - critical for ensuring the effectiveness of REDD+ Given a global framework on climate change is unlikely to come into force until 2020, key stakeholders - developed, tropical forest countries and the private sector will come together to discuss ways in which appropriate incentives can be deployed to stimulate investment in REDD+ from University of Copenhagen Malawi Rheinische Friedrich- Wilhelms-Universität Bonn United Republic of Tanzania Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) National Wildlife Federation (NWF) United Nations of Youth Network (UNOY) Global Forest Coalition (GFC) Brighter Green, Inc. Humane Society International (HSI) Advancing Climate-Smart Agriculture in Africa To fast track early action on Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) and ensure food security and improved livelihoods for smallholder farmers, countries need to get ready for CSA, transform policies and strengthen institutions. Presenters will share progress on science, finance, policy and implementation. Successfully reducing land use emissions in developing countries Since the introduction of REDD+ on the UNFCCC agenda, several countries have successfully reduced their emissions from land use change. UCS and CI will share case studies of documented emissions reductions, identifying why they were successful and lessons for REDD+. Corporate commitments on deforestation and land-use emissions accounting frameworks Agricultural traders and food companies are taking increasingly sophisticated steps to avoid sourcing from recently deforested land, and measure their land-use emissions. Perspectives from the private sector and leading experts on accounting for emissions from the land sector will be presented. UNOY NIGERIA YOUTH MARK 2014 INTERNATIONAL DAY OF FORESTS(MARCH 21ST) AND CONTRIBUTE TO REDD+ In marking the 2014 International Day of Forests,UNOY members in various states of Nigeria contribute to the REDD+. The Youths planted over 200 trees in Lagos,organize educational fora in schools to promote conservation,sustainable management of forests and the enhancement of forest carbon stocks. Non-market based approaches to address the drivers of climate change and forest loss The side event will discuss the need to develop effective policies to address the most important drivers of climate change, forest loss and unsustainable agriculture. It will focus on unsustainable livestock production as a key driver of land use change and greenhouse gas emissions in general. Land Use and the ADP: Opportunities to Support Adaptation, Mitigation, and Social Goals Adaptation and mitigation efforts in the land use sector should support broader goals for humane, sustainable, and equitable food systems. Experts will discuss how the ADP can support a holistic approach to land use. Urban environment COBASE, Cooperativa Tecnico Scientifica di Base (ECOSOC) Bioeconomy, electrical cities and agroecological Parks to combat Climate Change Designing settlements mimicking natural ecosystems based on the 2

3 Gherush92 Committee for Human Rights (Gherush92) ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability (ICLEI) Third Generation Environmentalism (E3G) creation of agroecological parks and the use of high efficiency electricity production and transportation, eliminating combustions, developing local agriculture protecting biodiversity and wellbeing for cities and arid areas. From Warsaw to Lima and Paris - Raising the Global level of ambition through Local climate action The UN Warsaw Climate Conference resulted with the second COP decision on local and subnational governments. The side event will contribute to the ADP June Forum on sharing good practices and experiences of mitigation and adaptation actions by cities and subnational authorities. Addressing climate change while improving the lives of the urban poor Momentum for Change shines light on global climate solutions. Representatives of the 2013 Urban Poor Lighthouse Activities will explain how their activities address climate change in developing countries -- ranging from massive bus rapid transit systems to smaller entrepreneurial activities. Chatham House GOING NET ZERO: EXPERIENCES AND INITIATIVES AROUND THE WORLD The Road to Zero: Worldwide Initiatives, Chatham House and Architecture 2030 invite you to join experts from countries, cities and companies to discuss net zero initiatives. Renewable energy 11/06/14 Greenpeace International (GREENPEACE) WWF (WWF) International Center for Environmental Technology Transfer (ICETT) International Energy Society (ISES) World Bioenergy Association (WBA) World Energy Association (WWEA) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) A Just transition to 100% Renewable Energy An energy revolution is needed to phase out coal, oil and nuclear in a just transition to 100% renewable energy by mid-century. This includes a shift of investment from fossil fuels to RE. Transition of CTI PFAN to a self-sustaining entity and cooperation with REEEP The event introduces the envisaged transition plan for CTI PFAN to be a self-sustaining entity and a compelling new co-operative partnership between CTI PFAN and REEEP designed to mobilize more private sector investment into the deployment of sustainable energy in emerging economies. Sustainable technology integration towards 100% renewable energy Case studies The REN Alliance will introduce 100% renewables theme with a discussion on successful case studies. The key issues will include: policy and finance guidance, achieving grid parity and cost effectiveness of integrated renewable technologies. The Future is Priceless: We have the Power: Efficient, Renewable Affordable Sustainable energy can make the 2 C climate goal a reality! Sustainable Energy for All by 2030 is an enormous challenge yet a tremendous opportunity. The SG launched: We have the power: efficient, renewable, affordable. It will run throughout the Decade of Sustainable Energy for All,

4 13/06/14 13/06/14 Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) World Intellectual Property (WIPO) International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Ecologic Institute Enabling renewable energy through a global Feed-in tariff mechanism This event will explore the feasibility, potential and barriers to designing and setting up a global feed-in tarrif mechanism that would fund smallscale, sustainable renewable energy projects. Renewable Energy Technologies: Technology Trends, Patents and Policy Implications The Workshop will look at key trends in renewable energy technologies, based on analysis of evidence from patent literature, and consider the implications for policy making. Taking stock of European Union climate and energy policy through long-term low-carbon perspectives Assessment of EU energy security and geopolitical relationships & dependencies; opportunities to harmonize climate policies; potential for carbon pricing tool reform; designing rigid, yet flexible policy instruments; societal factors in local low-carbon transition; energy policy successes in DE, IT Energy efficiency Greenpeace International (GREENPEACE) WWF (WWF) International Center for Environmental Technology Transfer (ICETT) A Just transition to 100% Renewable Energy An energy revolution is needed to phase out coal, oil and nuclear in a just transition to 100% renewable energy by mid-century. This includes a shift of investment from fossil fuels to RE. Transition of CTI PFAN to a self-sustaining entity and cooperation with REEEP The event introduces the envisaged transition plan for CTI PFAN to be a self-sustaining entity and a compelling new co-operative partnership between CTI PFAN and REEEP designed to mobilize more private sector investment into the deployment of sustainable energy in emerging economies. Chatham House GOING NET ZERO: EXPERIENCES AND INITIATIVES AROUND THE WORLD The Road to Zero: Worldwide Initiatives, Chatham House and Architecture 2030 invite you to join experts from countries, cities and companies to discuss net zero initiatives. International Energy Agency (IEA) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Energy sector innovation and policies in the 2015 agreement This event will focus on two key issues: 1. The potential for stronger energy efficiency action to support ambitious mitigation contributions 2. The critical role of innovation in technological deployment and development in reducing costs and increasing feasibility. The Future is Priceless: We have the Power: Efficient, Renewable Affordable Sustainable energy can make the 2 C climate goal a reality! Sustainable Energy for All by 2030 is an enormous challenge yet a tremendous opportunity. The SG launched: We have the power: efficient, renewable, affordable. It will run throughout the Decade of Sustainable Energy for All,

5 13/06/14 World Intellectual Property (WIPO) International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Ecologic Institute Renewable Energy Technologies: Technology Trends, Patents and Policy Implications The Workshop will look at key trends in renewable energy technologies, based on analysis of evidence from patent literature, and consider the implications for policy making. Taking stock of European Union climate and energy policy through long-term low-carbon perspectives Assessment of EU energy security and geopolitical relationships & dependencies; opportunities to harmonize climate policies; potential for carbon pricing tool reform; designing rigid, yet flexible policy instruments; societal factors in local low-carbon transition; energy policy successes in DE, IT Pre-2020 ambition in general Climate Analytics GmbH climatepolicy.net e.v. Raising ambition for 2 C pledges, national contributions, policies and initiatives to meet them Climate Action Tracker (Climate Analytics, Ecofys & PIK) presents their update on the emissions gap and emission trends with implemented policies. In addition, recent research will be presented on the impact of cooperative initiatives and their contribution and potential to close the emissions gap. The Technology Mechanism - enhancing technology cooperation for action on climate change This event will provide an update on the activities of the Technology Mechanism. The TEC will present its workplan and showcase the new TT:CLEAR. The CTCN will inform of its operations, including with regards to responding to requests for technical assistance from developing countries. Using CDM to enhance mitigation action The CDM is a ready-made tool, accessible to all that can contribute to closing the pathways consistent with meeting the 2 C goal. Find out how the CDM can be used to enhance mitigation action. 5