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Canada contributes to historic outcomes on climate ambition and clean energy at COP28

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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"COP28 calls for groundbreaking goals to triple renewable energy, double energy efficiency, and, for the first time ever, we reached a historic consensus to move away from fossil fuels in energy systems.

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  • "COP28 calls for groundbreaking goals to triple renewable energy, double energy efficiency, and, for the first time ever, we reached a historic consensus to move away from fossil fuels in energy systems.
  • These two specific climate actions are highlighted in the final agreement and are areas that Canada is addressing with world-leading domestic policies.
  • One year after hosting COP15, Canada secured recognition that climate and biodiversity action are mutually reinforcing goals in the outcome text.
  • That is why Canada pushed and is pleased with the adoption of the new fund to address loss and damage from climate change.

COP28: Canada Daily Highlights - December 11, 2023

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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As co-facilitator on finance with Minister Fouad from Egypt, I have met with all countries to find a path forward.

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  • As co-facilitator on finance with Minister Fouad from Egypt, I have met with all countries to find a path forward.
  • We're close to reaching a strong agreement, and Canada continues to push for language on aligning countries' actions to keep 1.5 °C within reach."
  • They discussed how our two nations are working together to fight the triple crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution.
  • Following the meeting, the Parties released a joint statement on Renewed Canada–United States Commitment on Climate and Nature Ambition .

COP28: Canada Daily Highlights - December 9, 2023

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Saturday, December 9, 2023
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The Minister participated in a ministerial meeting on Driving Integrated Implementation of National Climate and Biodiversity Frameworks for 2030 Action.

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  • The Minister participated in a ministerial meeting on Driving Integrated Implementation of National Climate and Biodiversity Frameworks for 2030 Action.
  • Canada strongly advocates for the progressive alignment of national plans related to biodiversity and climate.
  • "We do feel that in any kind of environmental response, we cannot do this without considering people first.
  • And it is also our message here at COP28, in all of the texts that are being drafted now.

Federal Investments Support B.C. Talent and Labour Development for Critical Minerals and Sustainable Supply Chains

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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Canada's Critical Minerals Strategy outlines the need for Canada to leverage international partnerships with like-minded countries to diversify and secure supply chains, secure good working conditions and ensure competitiveness.

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  • Canada's Critical Minerals Strategy outlines the need for Canada to leverage international partnerships with like-minded countries to diversify and secure supply chains, secure good working conditions and ensure competitiveness.
  • Through commitments like these, Canada is pursuing collective action on critical minerals to support the global transition to green energy and more-resilient supply chains.
  • The GPI aims to support Canada's growing number of bilateral commitments and engagements in the critical minerals space.
  • Through multilateral engagements, Canada is pursuing collective action on critical minerals to support the global transition to green energy and more resilient supply chains.

One year since COP15: Protecting nature and strengthening communities in partnership with Indigenous Peoples

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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"Protecting nature and walking forward on the shared path of reconciliation can and must go together.

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  • "Protecting nature and walking forward on the shared path of reconciliation can and must go together.
  • "Our Nations have proven that Indigenous-led conservation, backed by durable finance, delivers real returns for nature, for the economy, and for communities.
  • These Indigenous-led PFP projects bring together Indigenous organizations, governments, and the philanthropic community to identify shared goals for protecting nature and ultimately halting biodiversity loss while advancing reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.
  • The Government of Canada has made historic investments in Indigenous-led conservation initiatives, including through initiatives like the Indigenous Guardians program .

As a first move at COP28, Canada announces support for developing countries to address loss and damage due to climate change

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Friday, December 1, 2023
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Canada is committed to helping developing countries address climate-related loss and damage.

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  • Canada is committed to helping developing countries address climate-related loss and damage.
  • Canada was an early advocate for the need to make progress on the issue of loss and damage at COP27 in 2022.
  • – The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change
    "Canada continues to stand by developing countries as they confront the effects of climate change.
  • G20 members committed to working together to implement the move forward on loss and damage, including a fund.

Minister Guilbeault leads the Canadian delegation to the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) to push for ambitious climate action

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, is leading the Canadian delegation to the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from November 30 to December 12, 2023.

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  • The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, is leading the Canadian delegation to the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from November 30 to December 12, 2023.
  • We will work with partners on a new climate finance goal for 2025 and beyond and identify ways to better leverage private capital for climate solutions.
  • Led by Minister Guilbeault, Canada's delegation includes Catherine Stewart, Ambassador for Climate Change; Michael Bonser, Canada's Chief Climate Negotiator; and Jean-François Tremblay, Deputy Minister of Environment and Climate Change.
  • – The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change
    COP28 is the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), an annual conference that coordinates international efforts to address climate change.

The Government of Canada is committed to investing up to $8 million to protect green spaces in Montréal-Est

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Friday, November 10, 2023
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What's more, access to these spaces in urban areas tangibly improves the local community's quality of life.

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  • What's more, access to these spaces in urban areas tangibly improves the local community's quality of life.
  • Creating green spaces in this highly industrialized area in Montréal-Est will improve citizens' quality of life.
  • "By enhancing and protecting green spaces, we are investing not only in nature, but also in the health and well-being of our communities.
  • I applaud the Government of Canada's investment in protecting green spaces in Assomption–Sud-Longue-Pointe, a historically mineralized and industrialized area.

Cathay Financial Holdings Demonstrates Sustainable Finance Leadership at World Biodiversity Summit during New York Climate Week alongside UNGA78

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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Cathay Financial Holdings (Cathay FHC) is closely monitoring emerging environmental trends, supporting international biodiversity initiatives, and taking concrete actions in its operations, financial products, and investments.

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  • Cathay Financial Holdings (Cathay FHC) is closely monitoring emerging environmental trends, supporting international biodiversity initiatives, and taking concrete actions in its operations, financial products, and investments.
  • Furthermore, Cathay FHC's Chief Investment Officer, Sophia Cheng, once again engaged in discussions with leaders from various sectors at the "World Biodiversity Summit (WBS)," held alongside the 78th United Nations General Assembly's New York Climate Week.
  • Cathay FHC is proud to be the first Taiwanese company invited to participate for the second consecutive year, once again showcasing its leadership role in sustainability to the world.
  • Cheng shared how Cathay FHC has expanded its influence in sustainable finance through participation in international initiatives.

Yili Wins 2023 Odyssey Award for "Best Corporate Sustainability Film" in Cambridge

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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CAMBRIDGE, England, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "Passion for a Sustainable Future", a short film co-produced by Yili Group and The Economist Group in the UK, was recognized as the "Best Corporate Sustainability Film" at Odyssey 2023 in Cambridge, an acknowledgment of the Asian dairy giant's commitment to global sustainability.

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  • CAMBRIDGE, England, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "Passion for a Sustainable Future", a short film co-produced by Yili Group and The Economist Group in the UK, was recognized as the "Best Corporate Sustainability Film" at Odyssey 2023 in Cambridge, an acknowledgment of the Asian dairy giant's commitment to global sustainability.
  • Integrating sustainability into its corporate culture, Yili upholds a development philosophy that underscores the importance of green development, win-win cooperation and shared prosperity.
  • The strategy stipulates that Yili should work with its suppliers to reduce carbon emissions across the value chain in standard formulation, platform building and talent cultivation.
  • In 2010, Yili took the lead in China's food sector in launching a corporate carbon inventory assessment.