odjective of the cop 21
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Objective of the COP 21
Vision and approach of the Action Agenda
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• Human responsibility in the temperature rising since the second half of the 20th century is “extremely likely” (over 95% probability according to the last IPCC assessment report).
• The “business as usual” scenario leads to a global warming of more than 2°C above current levels. This threatens:
o biodiversity
o food security
o health
• Climate change is a “threat multiplier” and presents important development and security issues.
• It may lead to resource depletion and population displacement…
• … and reverse development strategies implemented in the past 50 years.
Climate, impacts and fighting the disruption
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Climate, impacts and fighting the disruption
Per capita CO2 emissions
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Climate, impacts and fighting the disruptiongCO2 emissions at the local level
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• Host country of the Conference, France will be in charge of its organisationand proper functioning, under the auspices of the United Nations,
• Presidency of the Conference, France’s role will be to:
o facilitate the debates
o ensure a transparent and inclusive functioning of the negotiation process
o be attentive to countries’ concerns, national situation and needs, whileremaining impartial
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Preparation of Paris 2015
What will be role of France as host country?
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CARING FOR CLIMATE
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Launched by the UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon in 2007,
“Caring for Climate” aimed at advancing the role of business in addressing climate
change.
It provides a framework for business leaders to advance practical solutions and
help shape public policy as well as public attitudes. Chief executive officers who
support the statement are prepared to set goals, develop and expand strategies
and practices, and to publicly disclose emissions as part of their existing
disclosure commitment.
Caring for Climate is endorsed by nearly 400 companies from 60 countries :
Allianz SE, Munich RE Group, Auchan France, ABB, China Ocean Shipping
Group, IKEA, UC Rusal, Unilever,…..
The Cities Climate Finance Leadership Alliance
Urban areas account for 71 –76% of energy-related CO2 emissions, and the world’s cities produce almost half (37-49%) of all global greenhouse-gas emissions. Most urban dwellers are already exposed to the severe impacts of climate change, including flooding, drought, heat waves, and water stress. Economic losses due to floods in 2010 were approximately 170% greater than in 1990.
The members of this Alliance share a common goal of accelerating investment in low-carbon and climate-resilient urban infrastructure to address these dual challenges.
Investments in low-carbon and climate-resilient infrastructure can lower emissions and reduce the risk of future damage in urban areas due to climate change and weather-related extreme events. These investments can simultaneously deliver significant social and economic benefits. Many of these investments will also reduce systemic risks to the mainstream portfolios of most investors. In this regard, it is imperative to expand investment in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and resilient energy solutions.
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Urban Electronic Mobility Vehicles Initiative
The Urban Electric Mobility Vehicles Initiative (UEMI) phase out conventionally fuelled vehicles and increase the share of electric vehicles in the total volume of individual motorized transport in cities to at least 30% by 2030, to achieve a 30% reduction of CO2 emissions in urban areas by 2050.
The transport sector is responsible for nearly 22% of global energy related CO2
emissions, of which more than 40% are attributable to urban transport.
City residents will also benefit from better air quality and reduced incidence of health problems and pre-mature deaths caused by air pollution including from particulate matter. The initiative will also stimulate new and low-carbon economic development, creating new jobs.
Stakeholders engaging through the UEMI: China, Germany, India, BYD Auto, Asian Development Bank, BMW, Michelin, Beijing New Vehicles Company,….
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MUNICIPALSOLID WASTEMANAGEMENT
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Solid waste management is a vast, multi-dimensional, and expensive
challenge.
Municipal solid waste streams will nearly double worldwide by 2025. Municipal solid
waste landfills are the third largest source of global methane emissions, and open
garbage burning emits black carbon and other air toxics as well as greenhouse
gases.
This CCAC initiative will provide a catalyzing force to reduce emissions of short-
lived climate pollutants across the municipal solid waste sector by providing and
implementing a comprehensive collection of resources for cities, including technical
assistance, information exchange, networking, and training.
The first phase of this initiative will focus on working with 10 cities to guide the
development of a robust framework for action, learning as the CCAC undertakes on-
the-ground work with cities around the world.
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