- Week 1 of COP29 has been slow, with limited finance announcements and few commitments to nature. However, ambitious new NDCs from Brazil and the UK signal strong leadership.
- During the first week, N4C Nature’s Newsroom covered key advances in nature-based solutions and corridor discussions. The video series also includes a Jargon Buster, breaking down terms like NCQG, NDC, REDD+, and more.
- Other discussions around Article 6 updates and methane emissions are also part of the Nature’s Newsroom series.
- All videos can be watched below. Stay tuned for Week 2 coverage:
COP29 Week 1 Wrap-Up: Finance, Ambition, and the Call for Nature Funding
In this wrap-up video, Clare Shakya (TNC), Maria Netto (ICS), Anne Samante (MPIDO), Balkissou Buba (GATC), and Tom Skirrow (Tree Aid) reflect on the critical need for increased funding for nature, including the call for 25% of financing to reach Indigenous Peoples. To meet the 1.5°C target, funding for nature must triple by 2030. Hear their insights and call to action for bold leadership in the weeks ahead.
COP29 Jargon Buster: Understanding Key Acronyms for Nature and Climate Action
Navigating COP29 can be overwhelming with all the climate jargon. In this "COP29 Jargon Buster," we break down terms like NCQG, NDC, REDD+, and more, simplifying what they mean and why they matter. We decode the language of climate action for nature and highlight the key goals being discussed at the 29th UN Climate Conference. Whether it’s finance, adaptation, or emission reduction, understanding the language is the first step to impactful change.
Cutting Methane: The Fastest Path to Avoid Climate Tipping Points at COP29
Durwood Zaelke, President of the Institute for Governance and Sustainable Development (IGSD), and Zerin Osho, Director of the India Program, explain why cutting methane emissions is critical to slowing global warming and avoiding catastrophic climate tipping points. Methane, a short-lived climate pollutant, is the only strategy capable of reducing warming quickly enough to keep us within the 1.5°C threshold. Discover how the conversation on methane has evolved from COP26 to COP29, and why it’s at the centre of urgent climate action.
From the Corridors at COP29: Mobilising Private Finance for Climate Action
Manuel Pulgar-Vidal from WWF International emphasises the critical role of private finance in driving climate action at COP29. While public finance alone won't meet the climate challenge, COP29 can create clear incentives to mobilise private investment in global climate goals. Manuel calls for a strong political signal on the resilience of the climate process and for fostering synergy across climate, biodiversity, and desertification initiatives.
From the Corridors at COP29: Article 6 and Transparency in Climate Markets
Beatriz Granziera, Senior Climate Policy Advisor at The Nature Conservancy, explains the critical role of Article 6 under the Paris Agreement. This market mechanism enables countries to cooperate voluntarily to meet their NDCs in a cost-effective way, including nature-based solutions like REDD+. Beatriz emphasises the importance of transparency and robust reporting to build trust in these markets and ensure their effectiveness. Learn why Article 6 is a key tool for advancing global climate goals.
From the corridors at COP29: Breaking new ground in forest conservation with REDD+
Clare Shakya, Global Managing Director of Climate at The Nature Conservancy, explains how REDD+ rewards countries and communities for reducing deforestation through results-based payments. Forests represent one of the most cost-effective solutions for reducing global emissions, and REDD+ provides a high-integrity framework that ensures confidence for investors while benefiting biodiversity and local communities. Hear why REDD+ is critical to nature-based climate solutions and how recent advancements are paving the way for its success.