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COP28 launches 'The COP Presidencies Troika' in partnership with the COP29 and COP30 Presidencies--a groundbreaking initiative to support 'Mission 1.5°C' by maintaining momentum, locking in continuity, and anchoring implementation

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

COP28 President Dr. Sultan Al Jaber said: "The Troika represents critical and unprecedented collaboration to maintain momentum, lock in continuity and anchor implementation."

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  • COP28 President Dr. Sultan Al Jaber said: "The Troika represents critical and unprecedented collaboration to maintain momentum, lock in continuity and anchor implementation."
  • Representatives of the three COP Presidencies met at Expo City Dubai, to launch the COP Presidencies Troika.
  • COP28 President Dr. Sultan Al Jaber said: "At COP28, Parties mobilized behind historic climate action through both the negotiations and their commitments to the Presidential Action Agenda.
  • An important opportunity lies in working multilaterally on commitments to deliver high-ambition decisions at COP28, including through the UAE Consensus.

COP28 launches 'The COP Presidencies Troika' in partnership with the COP29 and COP30 Presidencies--a groundbreaking initiative to support 'Mission 1.5°C' by maintaining momentum, locking in continuity, and anchoring implementation

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 13, 2024

COP28 President Dr. Sultan Al Jaber said: "The Troika represents critical and unprecedented collaboration to maintain momentum, lock in continuity and anchor implementation."

Key Points: 
  • COP28 President Dr. Sultan Al Jaber said: "The Troika represents critical and unprecedented collaboration to maintain momentum, lock in continuity and anchor implementation."
  • Representatives of the three COP Presidencies met at Expo City Dubai, to launch the COP Presidencies Troika.
  • COP28 President Dr. Sultan Al Jaber said: "At COP28, Parties mobilized behind historic climate action through both the negotiations and their commitments to the Presidential Action Agenda.
  • An important opportunity lies in working multilaterally on commitments to deliver high-ambition decisions at COP28, including through the UAE Consensus.

Landmark UAE Consensus becomes defining framework for all countries to keep 1.5°C within reach and ensure global implementation

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Monday, February 12, 2024

The UAE Consensus also successfully operationalized and began financing a fund to address Loss and Damage for the first time.

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  • The UAE Consensus also successfully operationalized and began financing a fund to address Loss and Damage for the first time.
  • The UAE Consensus reaffirms the UAE's position as a global leader in multilateral climate and development settings.
  • The UAE Consensus also proved that multilateralism can still work, even at a time of high geopolitical tension.
  • An important opportunity lies in working multilaterally on commitments to deliver high-ambition decisions at COP28, including through the UAE Consensus.

Government of Canada launches public engagement on the 2035 greenhouse gas emissions reduction target

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Friday, February 2, 2024

Today, Environment and Climate Change Canada launched a public engagement process to hear the opinions of Canadians and Indigenous peoples across the country to inform setting Canada's 2035 national greenhouse gas emissions target.

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  • Today, Environment and Climate Change Canada launched a public engagement process to hear the opinions of Canadians and Indigenous peoples across the country to inform setting Canada's 2035 national greenhouse gas emissions target.
  • I look forward to working with everyone and receiving input to set Canada's 2035 emissions reduction target and build Canada's sustainable future together."
  • Under the Act, the government must set an emissions reduction target for 2035 by December 1, 2024.
  • The 2035 target is another milestone in the Government of Canada's transparent and accountable approach to charting the course to net-zero emissions by 2050.

Breaking New Ground: iSHANG and Earth Exchange Unveil Revolutionary NFT Staking Program for Environmental Sustainability in Response to the COP28 Climate Conference.

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Monday, January 22, 2024

Teaming up with iSHANG, a leader in "Web3-as-a-Service" (W3aaS) solutions, Earth Exchange, under the Promax United & Preferred Partner's umbrella, spearheads the global digitalized transaction for pioneering environmental & Climate changes businesses.

Key Points: 
  • Teaming up with iSHANG, a leader in "Web3-as-a-Service" (W3aaS) solutions, Earth Exchange, under the Promax United & Preferred Partner's umbrella, spearheads the global digitalized transaction for pioneering environmental & Climate changes businesses.
  • Aligned with UN Climate Standards, the LCD Token sets a baseline value for each digital carbon unit, derived from environmental sequestering.
  • Through this strategic alliance between iSHANG and Earth Exchange, the unveiling of the LCD-NFT staking program marks a significant milestone.
  • The collaborative LCD-NFT and Staking Program, between iSHANG and Earth Exchange, invites users to support environmental causes by minting and owning NFTs actively.

Breaking New Ground: iSHANG and Earth Exchange Unveil Revolutionary NFT Staking Program for Environmental Sustainability in Response to the COP28 Climate Conference.

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Monday, January 22, 2024

Teaming up with iSHANG, a leader in "Web3-as-a-Service" (W3aaS) solutions, Earth Exchange, under the Promax United & Preferred Partner's umbrella, spearheads the global digitalized transaction for pioneering environmental & Climate changes businesses.

Key Points: 
  • Teaming up with iSHANG, a leader in "Web3-as-a-Service" (W3aaS) solutions, Earth Exchange, under the Promax United & Preferred Partner's umbrella, spearheads the global digitalized transaction for pioneering environmental & Climate changes businesses.
  • Aligned with UN Climate Standards, the LCD Token sets a baseline value for each digital carbon unit, derived from environmental sequestering.
  • Through this strategic alliance between iSHANG and Earth Exchange, the unveiling of the LCD-NFT staking program marks a significant milestone.
  • The collaborative LCD-NFT and Staking Program, between iSHANG and Earth Exchange, invites users to support environmental causes by minting and owning NFTs actively.

Study Suggests Significant Greenhouse Gas Emissions Linked to Ukraine Conflict

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Friday, January 19, 2024

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A recently released study sheds light on substantial greenhouse gas (GHC) emissions associated with the war in Ukraine.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A recently released study sheds light on substantial greenhouse gas (GHC) emissions associated with the war in Ukraine.
  • Examining the initial 18 months since the conflict's commencement in 2022, the study emphasizes the intricacies of monitoring GHC emissions during wartime.
  • Prof. Bun emphasized that following the current U.N. convention would attribute all emissions to Ukraine, including those resulting from war-related damages.
  • The study suggests that GHG emissions from Ukraine's territory during the 1.5-year period exceeded the annual emissions of some European countries, such as Austria, Portugal, and Hungary.

COP28: A Victory for the Coalition for Rainforest Nations and the Paris Agreement

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

After two weeks of negotiations, countries agreed to their response to the first Global Stocktake (GST) under the Paris Agreement.

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  • After two weeks of negotiations, countries agreed to their response to the first Global Stocktake (GST) under the Paris Agreement.
  • In addition to transitioning away from fossil fuels in energy systems, the UAE Consensus affirmed the urgent need to reverse global deforestation by 2030 through the Paris Agreement.
  • While the final agreement did not go as far as many had wished in terms of phasing out fossil fuels, it was nonetheless historic.
  • The final text, for first time, included the need for all countries to transition away from fossil fuels by 2050 and towards renewables and energy efficiency.

OPPO Showcases Its Sustainability Actions at COP28

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Monday, December 11, 2023

As an exclusive representative from telecommunication industry, OPPO shares its sustainability initiatives through innovation.

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  • As an exclusive representative from telecommunication industry, OPPO shares its sustainability initiatives through innovation.
  • "OPPO is determined to continuously invest in sustainability, actively exploring green technologies for the design and manufacturing of our products.
  • We maintain an open-minded approach and invite more ecosystem partners to join us on the journey towards sustainability."
  • "OPPO Inspiration Challenge", an innovation accelerator initiated by OPPO Research Institute in 2022, calls for virtuous innovation technologies from global tech professionals and entrepreneurs annually.

UEM Edgenta Elevates Middle East Presence Through A Strategic Partnership

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Saturday, December 9, 2023

UEM Edgenta Berhad proudly announces a strategic partnership with KAIZEN Group. This collaboration seeks to create an integrated real estate services platform, harnessing UEM Edgenta's smart buildings and sustainability solutions to meet the escalating sustainability demands in Dubai and the broader Middle East market.

Key Points: 
  • The immediate synergy between UEM Edgenta and KAIZEN Group's property management and facility management capabilities is fast-tracking UEM Edgenta's vision to curate an integrated real estate services platform.
  • Our strategic partnership is poised to redefine customer satisfaction by seamlessly integrating wellness, health, and happiness into every facet of our services.
  • UEM Edgenta Group is excited about the myriad of new opportunities and synergies this partnership brings, solidifying its position as a key player in delivering innovative and sustainable real estate solutions in Dubai and the broader Middle East.
  • For further information on UEM Edgenta's presence in the Middle East and its other initiatives, logon to https://www.uemedgenta.com .