Multilateralism

Sharing Green and Low-Carbon Development Experience with the World: Shenzhen's Climate Action Showcased at China Pavilion

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the afternoon of December 5th (local time), the Shenzhen Session at China Pavilion during the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) was held in the Expo City of Dubai.

Key Points: 
  • SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the afternoon of December 5th (local time), the Shenzhen Session at China Pavilion during the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) was held in the Expo City of Dubai.
  • The National Center for Climate Change Strategy and International Cooperation released the Research Report on Low Carbon Transformation and Development of Emerging Industries in Shenzhen, the Ecology Environment Bureau of Shenzhen Municipality released the White Paper on Responding to Climate Change in Shenzhen and Tencent launched "TanLIVE Global" -Empowering Climate Tech Ecosystem.
  • Notably, the White Paper on Responding to Climate Change in Shenzhen comprehensively summarizes the progress made by Shenzhen in tackling climate change since the 13th Five Year Plan, hoping to offer Shenzhen's best practice to global climate change action.
  • A Head Start on Actions, Practices, Measures, and Innovations
    Wang Dong, Professor and Doctoral Supervisor of Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen) hosted a high-level dialogue and sparked a brainstorming discussion.

Global Times: Third-generation dough art inheritor makes Gen Z fall in love with century-old feat

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Monday, December 4, 2023

Lang Zhichun preferred to combine dough with everyday objects such as walnut shells, wood, crystals and even incense ash.

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  • Lang Zhichun preferred to combine dough with everyday objects such as walnut shells, wood, crystals and even incense ash.
  • The folk art continued keeping up with the times when it was passed down to his son, third-generation creator Lang Jiaziyu.
  • "We need to feed audiences' curiosity about dough art as well as the person behind this art.
  • Lang told the Global Times that A Centennial Stroll represents the entire family's dedication to the art with patience and love.

New DDP report calls for 'innovative international cooperation' to reach Paris Agreement goals, as COP28 starts this week

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Sunday, December 3, 2023

PARIS, Dec. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Traditional approaches to international cooperation are insufficient to reach Paris Agreement objectives and innovative solutions must start happening, according to a new report published by the Deep Decarbonization Pathways (DDP) Initiative.

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  • PARIS, Dec. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Traditional approaches to international cooperation are insufficient to reach Paris Agreement objectives and innovative solutions must start happening, according to a new report published by the Deep Decarbonization Pathways (DDP) Initiative.
  • A critical innovation would be to put countries' needs at the center of international cooperation processes.
  • Country representation must be ensured from the start and at all stages of the design of cooperative solutions.
  • "We can only achieve the Paris Agreement goal if all countries can do more.

New DDP report calls for 'innovative international cooperation' to reach Paris Agreement goals, as COP28 starts this week

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Sunday, December 3, 2023

PARIS, Dec. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Traditional approaches to international cooperation are insufficient to reach Paris Agreement objectives and innovative solutions must start happening, according to a new report published by the Deep Decarbonization Pathways (DDP) Initiative.

Key Points: 
  • PARIS, Dec. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Traditional approaches to international cooperation are insufficient to reach Paris Agreement objectives and innovative solutions must start happening, according to a new report published by the Deep Decarbonization Pathways (DDP) Initiative.
  • A critical innovation would be to put countries' needs at the center of international cooperation processes.
  • Country representation must be ensured from the start and at all stages of the design of cooperative solutions.
  • "We can only achieve the Paris Agreement goal if all countries can do more.

10+ Countries Join First-of-Its-Kind Consortium to Deploy 5 GW of Battery Energy Storage Systems

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Saturday, December 2, 2023

Through the BESS Consortium, these first-mover countries are part of a collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Through the BESS Consortium, these first-mover countries are part of a collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024.
  • In order to achieve the estimated 400 GW of renewable energy needed to alleviate energy poverty by 2030 and save a gigaton of CO2, 90 GW of storage capacity must be developed.
  • Battery Storage Systems are a critical element to increasing the reliability of grids and accommodating the variable renewable energy sources that are needed to power economic development.
  • The BESS Consortium is a multi-stakeholder partnership set up to ensure these BESS benefits transform energy systems across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

10+ Countries Join First-of-Its-Kind Consortium to Deploy 5 GW of Battery Energy Storage Systems

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Saturday, December 2, 2023

Through the BESS Consortium, these first-mover countries are part of a collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Through the BESS Consortium, these first-mover countries are part of a collaborative effort to secure 5 gigawatts (GW) of BESS commitments by the end of 2024.
  • In order to achieve the estimated 400 GW of renewable energy needed to alleviate energy poverty by 2030 and save a gigaton of CO2, 90 GW of storage capacity must be developed.
  • Battery Storage Systems are a critical element to increasing the reliability of grids and accommodating the variable renewable energy sources that are needed to power economic development.
  • The BESS Consortium is a multi-stakeholder partnership set up to ensure these BESS benefits transform energy systems across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

41 Funders, Partners Endorse New Guiding Principles for Financing Climate and Health Solutions to Protect Health

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Saturday, December 2, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A consortium of multilateral development banks and funders, countries, and philanthropies today published the Guiding Principles for Financing Climate and Health Solutions ("Guiding Principles"), announced at the World Climate Action Summit during the 28th session of Conference of Parties to the UNFCCC (COP28) in Dubai. The Guiding Principles establish a shared vision for financing that will rapidly reduce greenhouse gas emissions to improve health, protect people from the range of climate risks to health, and build resilient, environmentally sustainable health systems. The Guiding Principles were developed by the COP28 Presidency in collaboration with The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, The Green Climate Fund, The Rockefeller Foundation, The World Health Organization and the ATACH Working Group on Financing, and in consultation with over 50 financing partners and civil society organizations. The Guiding Principles have been endorsed by 41 organizations, with more expected following COP28.

Key Points: 
  • The Guiding Principles establish a shared vision for financing that will rapidly reduce greenhouse gas emissions to improve health, protect people from the range of climate risks to health, and build resilient, environmentally sustainable health systems.
  • The Guiding Principles acknowledge critical elements of accessible and effective financing and the need to mobilize additional funds for climate and health solutions.
  • Key pillars of the Guiding Principles include:
    Accelerating transformative climate and health solutions to save and improve lives now and in the future;
    Creating equitable, inclusive, accessible, and holistic approaches to climate and health financing and solutions;
    Building the core policymaking and implementation capacities of countries, communities, and financing institutions to deliver climate and health solutions.
  • "The Adaptation Fund is pleased to endorse the Guiding Principles for Financing Climate and Health Solutions.

Yarbo at COP28: Paving the Way for Eco-Friendly Yard Maintenance on the Global Stage

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Friday, December 1, 2023

COP28 is a critical international forum, uniting government officials, scientists, environmental experts, and business leaders to review and act on global climate change.

Key Points: 
  • COP28 is a critical international forum, uniting government officials, scientists, environmental experts, and business leaders to review and act on global climate change.
  • By using electricity instead of traditional fuels, Yarbo significantly reduces the environmental impact of yard maintenance and contributes to lowering greenhouse gas emissions.
  • At COP28, Yarbo extended beyond product display to influencing global climate policy and promoting international cooperation.
  • On December 3 at 11 a.m. Dubai time, Yarbo will present in the UN press room, discussing "Yarbo's Role in Carbon Reduction and Care" to a global audience.

Maritime Silk Road hub Wenzhou taps BRI opportunities with global peers

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Friday, December 1, 2023

Nearly 400 guests, including municipal officials, experts and scholars from 15 countries of Asia, Europe, Africa and America, gathered in Wenzhou, an important Maritime Silk Road hub, according to the Executive Committee.

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  • Nearly 400 guests, including municipal officials, experts and scholars from 15 countries of Asia, Europe, Africa and America, gathered in Wenzhou, an important Maritime Silk Road hub, according to the Executive Committee.
  • Through the ages, Wenzhou remains an influential hub along the Maritime Silk Road, contributing a unique role in facilitating peer city communication and cooperation.
  • Nurtured by the pioneering spirit of the Maritime Silk Road, open-minded Wenzhou people have been seizing the opportunities of promoting the high-quality development of the BRI and higher-level opening-up.
  • In addition to establishing an exchange platform, the two-day event also unveiled a report on the influence of China's Maritime Silk Road cities and the top 10 most influential Chinese Maritime Silk Road cities.

Global Times: Amity between people holds key to sound China-US relations: expert

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

"Amity between the people holds the key to sound state-to-state relations.

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  • "Amity between the people holds the key to sound state-to-state relations.
  • It has established friendly cooperation relationship with about 400 NGOs and institutions in more than 150 countries.
  • To deepen the exchanges between the peoples of China and the US, the CPAFFC has taken the initiative to proactively facilitate various events.
  • The CPAFFC invited the Flying Tigers to return to China after 80 years for a 10-day visit in early November.