60 days, dozens of actions to prepare for COP26
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The UN Climate Change Conference, or COP26, will be held in Glasgow, Scotland
in November. As the event approaches, Mike — who serves as United Nations
Special Envoy for Climate Ambition and Solutions — has kicked off an
international effort across Bloomberg Philanthropies and Bloomberg LP to
turbocharge climate progress.
We call it the Countdown to COP26.
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We began on September 1, 2021, 60 days before COP26, and have unveiled dozens
of U.S. and global climate actions — with more to come. They include everything
from climate-focused investments and partnerships to capacity-building and
educational efforts, with a focus on Mike's three key priorities as UN special
envoy: accelerating the clean energy transition, elevating local climate
action, and mobilizing climate finance.
Read below to learn more about selected actions from our Countdown, and be
sure to check in regularly with our action tracker:
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Corporate and Philanthropic Support for COP26
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As one of the earliest actions in our Countdown, Mike announced a robust
engagement with COP26, including a $10.5 million commitment to the UN from
Bloomberg Philanthropies, and Bloomberg LP's official role as COP26 partner.
"The latest science has made clear that we need to accelerate our efforts in
the global fight against climate change, and this year's climate conference in
Glasgow is a vital opportunity to do just that. We must do more, together, to
curb emissions — and at Bloomberg, we're glad to partner with COP26 and support
the UN's critical work on this issue," said Mike.
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A Blueprint to Cut U.S. Emissions in Half by 2030
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America Is All In — co-founded by Mike in 2017 and now the most expansive
coalition of U.S. non-federal leaders ever assembled in support of climate
action — releasedBlueprint 2030: An All-In Climate Strategy for Faster, More
Durable Emissions Reductions
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. The report outlines policies and actions that can deliver on the United
States' 2030 national climate commitment, as well as breakthrough policies in
five key sectors that will accelerate the clean energy transition and provide
economic and social benefits at the same time. Check out the full Blueprint
2030,and read coverage of it in Fast Company
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Asphalt Art Collaboration with COP26 Host City Glasgow
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Bloomberg Philanthropies and the Glasgow City Council unveiled a vibrant
public artwork installation at the entrance of Anderston Station. Ahead of
COP26, our Asphalt Art initiative will use the power of art to encourage more
sustainable transportation options and transform public spaces in several
European cities. The Anderston Station installation was inspired by the
environmental challenges Glasgow faces with excessive rain and water runoff,
and the mural is accompanied by benches and an experimental rain garden on the
site.
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A Climate Innovation Fund for Clean Energy Solutions in South and Southeast
Asia
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Bloomberg Philanthropies and Goldman Sachs have partnered on a $25 million
Climate Innovation Fund to increase the pace, scale, and ambition of climate
solutions in South and Southeast Asia. The initial funding — which has the
potential to unlock up to $500 million in private sector and government
investments — will tackle projects with direct, measurable outcomes in the most
carbon intensive areas of India and Vietnam. Those include clean energy
systems, sustainable transport, energy efficiency, and adaptation activities to
improve the climate resilience of livelihoods and infrastructure.
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Creation of the Beyond Oil and Gas Alliance
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In partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies, Ministers from Costa Rica and
Denmarkannounced the Beyond Oil and Gas Alliance
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coalition of governments committed to phasing out the use of oil and gas.
Slated to formally launch in November at COP26, this government-led alliance
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world to a clean energy future, which includes our partnership with the
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Untapped Potential for Solar Power in Indonesia
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With the right policies and investments, Indonesia is positioned to be a world
leader in solar power, according toa new report
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from Bloomberg Philanthropies and BloombergNEF, together with the Institute
for Essential Services Reform.Scaling Up Solar in Indonesia: Reform and
Opportunity is the latest of several reports from Bloomberg to provide freely
available climate and energy data, including theClimate Policy Factbook
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on G-20 nations' climate progress and theEnergy Transition Factbook
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launched for the 12th Clean Energy Ministerial.Learn more →
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Photo Spotlight
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Mike and Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo announced an expanded partnership to
improve Paris' air quality. The new initiative, unveiled during a visit to
Paris' "Climate Academy," will support the city's efforts to fight air
pollution by installing sensors to measure ultrafine particles, providing
public education on the dangers of air pollution, and engaging citizens to
mobilize action for cleaner air.Learn more about the partnership →
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world to ensure better, longer lives for the greatest number of people. The
organization focuses on five key areas for creating lasting change: Public
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