As the urgency of climate action grows, UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre directed the spotlight on climate technologies as pivotal tools to achieve ambitious global climate targets at COP29 in Baku.
Along with partners and countries, the Centre highlighted impacts and potential of technology-driven solutions for mitigation, adaptation, and sustainable development.
A series of events featured the potential of climate technologies and of Technology Needs Assessments (TNAs) and Technology Action Plans (TAPs) in addressing country-specific climate priorities, advancing technology transfer, and fostering international cooperation.
Driving Ambitious NDCs with Technology Action Plans
One of the key discussions focused on the implementation of TAPs, which serve as detailed roadmaps for integrating climate technologies into national development and climate strategies.
Representatives from Yemen, Somalia, and Azerbaijan shared success stories of how TAPs are enabling climate action through innovative policies, partnerships, and capacity building.
A central takeaway from the session was the importance of public-private collaboration in scaling technology adoption. By bridging policy frameworks and private sector initiatives, countries can accelerate the adoption of transformative climate technologies.
Learn more about TAP success stories here.
Scaling Renewable Energy for Global Climate Goals
The 2024 Climate Technology Progress Report underscored the urgency of tripling global renewable energy capacity by 2030 to meet Paris Agreement targets.
During COP29, discussions highlighted the need for strengthened institutional frameworks, sustainable financing, and digital innovations to scale renewable energy adoption effectively.
Experts from UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre and authors of the report emphasized that renewable energy solutions not only drive emission reductions but also create synergies for adaptation and sustainable development.
Enhancing Resilience in Agriculture through Technology
In a session dedicated to agriculture, UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre explored the role of technology cooperation in strengthening resilience in one of the sectors most vulnerable to climate change.
Speakers from Liberia, Yemen, Somalia, and Denmark shared examples of solutions such as drip irrigation systems, early warning mechanisms, and biodiversity restoration projects.
Denmark’s public-private climate partnerships emerged as a model for integrating collaborative approaches into green transitions.
A Global Approach with Local Impact
Through these events, UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre demonstrated the impacts of translating scientific knowledge into practical, localized solutions while addressing global climate challenges.
Further collaboration across sectors and nations is essential to bridge the gap between ambition and action. With the launch of the fifth round of Technology Needs Assessments in 17 countries, UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre continues to provide tailored, impactful solutions, supporting countries in delivering on their climate goals and scaling innovation to meet global climate targets.