Bangkok Technology Conference 29 June 2013 Danielle Grabiel, IGSD

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1 Bangkok Technology Conference 29 June 2013 Danielle Grabiel, IGSD

2 Mission Launched in February 2012 by 6 countries and UNEP First global effort to treat SLCPs as a collective challenge, with primary forcus on CH4, BC and some HFCs. Voluntary, Partner-led effort bringing together many diverse, experienced, and influential governments, IGOs, NGOs and private sector entities to leverage high-level engagement and political will and catalyze action for near term and multiple benefits Complementary to global efforts to reduce CO2, in particular under UNFCCC

3 Complementing CO2 actions (UNEP/WMO,2011)

4 Health SLCPs affect human health Household air pollution 3.5 million premature deaths annually Ambient outdoor particulate 3.2 million premature deaths annually Agriculture SLCPs affect ecosystems Global annual yield losses due to ground level ozone exposure: 7-12% for wheat; 6-16% for soybean; 3-4% for rice; and 3-5% for maize Imperative for action Climate SLCPs contribute to near term global and regional climate change SLCPs are responsible for a substantial fraction of the climate forcing experienced to date HFCs emissions are currently small but could rise to levels with an impact equal to nearly 20% of global CO₂ emissions by 2050 BC and O3 disturb rainfall and regional circulation patterns BC darkens snow and ice, exacerbating melting

5 Fast action on SLCPs can significantly increase public health, food and energy security, and reduce near-term climate change 16 measures identified in UNEP reports (2011) for mitigating BC and CH4: 2.4 million lives saved globally each year 32 million tonnes avoided losses from four major crops each year Reduce global warming by 0.5 C by 2050 No technical breakthroughs required Half the reductions at low cost or cost-neutral Additional measures with additional gains from mitigating HFCs Potential benefits

6 SLCP Measures Methane Degasification, recovery and use Recovery from municipal waste & wastewater treatment Reduce emissions from agriculture Black carbon Improve stoves (biomass to LPG/biogas, wood to pellet) Upgrade brick kilns Use particle filters for diesel vehicles HFCs Non-HFC technologies for refrigeration Low-GWP, high energyefficient foam blowing technologies Efficacy for cooling technologies 16 measures: - 40% methane, - 80% BC in 2030 (rel. to BAU) No technical breakthroughs Already implemented in many countries Half reductions at low cost or cost-neutral No one-size-fits-all solution Further R&D for effective and affordable alternatives and relevant infrastructure

7 Partners February 2012: 7 Partners June 2013: 64 Partners 31 States 1 REIO* (the European Commission) *REIO = Regional Economic Integration Organization **IGO = Inter-Governmental Organization 6 IGO** (ICIMOD, REC, UNDP, UNEP, UNIDO, World Bank) 28 NGOs (environmental, scientific, foundations, other) All Partners have endorsed meaningful action to address SLCPs All CCAC activities are developed and led by Partners through a collaborative process Ultimate success depends directly on capacity dedicated by Partners to the CCAC

8 High Level Assembly Governance High Level meeting of the Partners Working Group Oversees the activities of the Coalition Steering Committee Oversight support and recommendations to the Working Group and High Level Assembly Scientific Advisory Panel Keep abreast of changes in knowledge, respond to targeted questions, and inform policy discussions Secretariat Oversee and coordinate overall action, supports Partners and supports development and monitoring of initiatives Hosted by UNEP in Paris, also manages the Coalition Trust Fund Initiative Lead Partners Coordinate and oversee the development, implementation and reporting of their respective initiatives in accordance with WG and HLA decisions

9 Approved Initiatives Reducing BC Emissions from Heavy Duty Diesel Vehicles and Engines Mitigating SLCPs from the Municipal Solid Waste Sector Mitigating BC and Other Pollutants from Brick Production Promoting HFC Alternative Technology and Standards Accelerating Methane And BC Reductions From Oil And Natural Gas Production Reducing SLCP Emissions from Household Cooking and Domestic Heating Financing Mitigation of SLCPS Supporting National Planning for Action on SLCPs (SNAP) SLCPs Regional Assessments New initiative under development: Agriculture

10 HFC Alternative Technology and Standards CCAC Objectives: Provide a platform for cooperative activities between governments, the private sector, and other stakeholders that promote climate-friendly alternatives to high GWP HFCs across a wide variety of sectors.

11 Four priority areas for the Coalition in 2013: Next Steps 1. Bringing on board key new Partners and raising Awareness, especially in the Health, Agriculture and Development communities as well as private sector and fully engaging with those communities 2. Increasing Partners high level commitment, action and capacity 3. Increasing funding toward SLCP mitigation including through MDBs and other sources 4. Scaling up Initiatives

12 For more information: Danielle Fest Grabiel Danielle Fest Grabiel Law Fellow, IGSD

13 Background Slides Initiatives

14 Nearly 1/5 of global BC emissions come from the transportation sector, with a relatively large share coming from super emitters, heavy duty diesel vehicles. Heavy Duty Diesel Vehicles and Engines CCAC objectives: Reduce BC/PM emissions within the freight transportation supply chain by engaging with the private sector; urban areas through the implementation of city action plans; and countries through the adoption of a range of measures for reducing sulphur in fuels and vehicle emissions. (Michael Walsh, 2010)

15 Landfills are the 3rd largest source of global anthropogenic CH4 emissions and the practice of open garbage burning emits BC and other toxic compounds as well as GHG. Municipal Solid Waste CCAC Objectives: Provide a catalysing force to reduce CH4 and air pollution emissions across the MSW sector by convening and engaging key partners at the highest political levels and providing a variety of technical and capacity building services.

16 Brick Production Brick kiln production is responsible for substantial air pollution in many cities of the world. CCAC objectives: Catalyse the adoption of integrated approaches for cleaner brick production technologies through technical assistance, cost-benefit analyses, awareness raising, capacity building and implementation of pilot projects.

17 HFC Alternative Technology and Standards Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) emissions are rapidly growing and could have an impact equal to 19% of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 2050 if left unchecked. CCAC Objectives: Provide a platform for cooperative activities between governments, the private sector, and other stakeholders that promote climate-friendly alternatives to high GWP HFCs across a wide variety of sectors.

18 The oil and gas sector accounts for more than 20% of all anthropogenic emissions of CH4 globally and is also a source of black carbon. Oil and Natural Gas Production CCAC objectives: Work with key companies and countries in to collaboratively design mechanisms and voluntary commitments to achieve substantial emission reductions from natural gas venting, leakage, and flaring.

19 Recent study estimates that residential cooking and heating with sold fuels accounts for 20 % of the global BC emissions. CCAC objective: Work to create a high-level advocacy force, support for new finance mechanisms, new research, and development of standards and testing protocols for improved cookstoves, heatstoves and fuels. Household Cooking and Domestic Heating

20 Measures to mitigate SLCPs have been assessed at a global and regional level and now need to be incorporated into national policies and actions for large-scale implementation of mitigation measures. CCAC Objectives: Promote the integration of SLCPs into national planning frameworks and processes by convening key national stakeholders, raising awareness, helping countries assess the scope of the SLCP issue, prioritize and mainstream policy options and measures in the light of the unique circumstances and mix of SLCP emission sources of their country. National Planning for Action on SLCPs

21 Multiple means of financing SLCP mitigation already exist but are not translating into highenough levels of financial flows. CCAC Objectives: Work with governments, the private sector, donors, financial institutions, expert groups and investors networks to address current knowledge gaps, barriers to financing of SLCP mitigation and identify existing and potential avenues and mechanisms to bolster financial flows toward SLCP reduction activities at the national and international scales. Financing Mitigation of SLCPs

22 Regional Assessments of SLCPs Need to ensure that action on SLCPs is underpinned by a robust up-to-date assessment of relevant science. CCAC objective: Provide targeted scientific information needed to accelerate and scaleup SLCP reductions that maximize benefits by undertaking strategic assessments to catalyze action to support national planning and enhance capacity.

23 Denmark**; $ ,00 Germany* ; $ ,00 Japan** ; $ ,00 Canada, $12,900, Trust Fund ~ $36M pledged ~$20M deposited into CCAC Trust Fund European Commission* ; $ ,00 United States**; $ ,00 Sweden*; $ ,00 * All/part of pledge in writing ** All/part of pledge verbally Norway, $2,150, Netherlands, $130,000.00

24 $8,000,000 $7,000,000 $6,000,000 $5,000,000 $4,000,000 $3,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $0 $410,000 $500,000 $630,000 $1,548,000 $1,966,000 $2,350,000 Total Diesel Vehicles and Fuels Landfills and MSW Management HFCs Supporting National Planning for Action on SLCPs SLCPs Regional Assessments Brick Kilns Approved funding to Initiatives Initiatives funding requests: complement, scale-up, accelerate, and leverage existing efforts and funding streams beyond the Coalition ~$7,4M allocated to initaitives for rapid implementation New tranche of funding to be approved in July