Dear John,
The 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference, more commonly referred to as COP27, will be the 27th United Nations Climate Change conference, to be held from 6 to 18 November 2022 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.
COP27 provides a critical moment to build upon historic U.S. climate action and investments, as public and private sector leaders raise their ambition, deliver on commitments, implement policies to capitalize on the opportunities in the necessary transition to a zero emissions future, and ensure public finance to support adaptation and resilience for developing nations.
Ceres experts will participate in a number of COP27 events to highlight the massive opportunities for investors, companies, and policymakers in the transition to a more climate resilient and water-secure future and the various groundbreaking initiatives and resources that can continue to help guide them as they map out their next actions. These include the Investor Agenda, Climate Action 100+, the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative, the Valuing Water Finance Initiative, and the Ceres Ambition 2030 initiative, among others.
Read our press release here. |
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Ceres at COP27 (Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt) |
Below is a list of COP27 events associated with Ceres. Check our COP27 events page for the most up to date information, including live stream links when available. |
Accounting for Climate: What are we still missing? 2022 Dialogue Meeting (Carbon Tracker & Climate Action 100+)
November 8, 2022 | 11:30am-12:30pm EET | 4:30-5:30am ET
WMB Pavilion - Blue Zone, Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt | Online
Carbon Tracker and Climate Action 100+ bring you a panel of experts to unpick the findings of Carbon Tracker’s latest report, ‘Still Flying Blind’. The objective of this event is to demonstrate the importance for companies and auditors to provide transparent and consistent climate-related information in their financial reports—failure to provide this information raises questions about whether companies are reflecting the financial consequences of climate risk and the energy transition within their accounts. Our panel will explore investors’ urgent needs to understand the impacts of material climate-related issues on financial reporting, and the lack of
sufficient information to date. Carbon Tracker will introduce the results of its latest analysis of corporate accounts, which was performed using the new CA100+ Climate Accounting and Audit Alignment Assessment (first published in March 2022, updates in October 2022). We will conclude with a Q&A. Kirsten Spalding will join this panel, moderated by Carbon Tracker’s Head of Accounting, Audit and Disclosure, Barbara Davidson. This event is available both in-person and livestreamed.
Join in-person or watch live. |
Sustainable Innovation Forum (Climate Action)
November 9-10, 2022
Innovation Zone, Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt | Online
The Sustainable Innovation Forum 2022 will run alongside COP27, convening heads of state, ministers, CEO’s, investors, UN and multilateral dignitaries, in the largest multi stakeholder event. With a focus on adaptation, mitigation and implementation, the Sustainable Innovation Forum will provide a collaborative platform for governments, business, investors, cities, regions and civil society; push for stronger, more decisive national action plans with clear and consistent strategies and roadmaps; forge cross-sector partnerships to shift action out of silos and leverage ambitious, collaborative global effort; and spotlight effective business action and innovative climate solutions that
will enable us to deliver on the SDGs. Ceres is proud to once again partner with Climate Action for this event. Register today. |
Cross-Sector Action to Increase Water Security in a Changing Climate
November 10, 2022 | 1:00-1:50pm EET | 6:00-6:50am ET
Blue Zone, Egyptian Pavilion, Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt | Online
Climate change is having a growing impact globally, hitting the most vulnerable hardest, and contributing to food insecurity, population displacement and stress on water resources. The African continent is particularly impacted. The Horn of Africa is currently experiencing the most severe drought in recent history, with millions facing acute hunger. In this context this session will discuss approaches to increase water security—including expanding access to safe water services, improving the health of watersheds, ensuring effective governance of shared water resources and building resilience to climate-related events. It will bring together government, business and civil
society organizations, and shine a spotlight on the collective action needed to increase water security. Kirsten Spalding will join the discussion with water experts including Henk Ovink, Special Envoy for International Water Affairs for the Kingdom of the Netherlands and Bea Perez, Corporate SVP & Global Chief of Communications, Sustainability & Strategic Partnerships for The Coca-Cola Company.
Check back to our COP27 page for a registration link soon. |
Scaling Up Investor Climate Actions to Achieve Net Zero (The Investor Agenda)
November 10, 2022 | 4:45-6:15pm EET | 9:45-11:15am ET
UNFCCC Blue Zone Room 9 - Tutankhamun, Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt | Online
A record number of investors are setting net zero goals. Hear from senior representatives of the Investor Agenda alongside asset owners, asset managers, and investor networks at the 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) as they explore how Investor Climate Action Plans (ICAPs), engaging companies on transition planning, and enabling policy frameworks in line with 1.5°C can help make net zero investment portfolios a reality. Co-hosted by AIGCC, CDP, Ceres, IGCC, IIGCC, PRI and UNEP FI. Ceres' Kirsten Spalding will join the discussion.
Join Virtually. |
World Climate Summit - The Investment COP
November 13-14, 2022
Park Regency, Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt | Online
World Climate Summit - The Investment COP returns for its 12th edition during COP27. This leading business and investment forum will deliver environmental, economic and societal impact through the key drivers of technologies, policies and investments—crucial to achieve the net zero transition. With climate-threatening greenhouse gas emissions still on the rise globally and policies that fall short on delivering sufficient emission reductions to stay within a global warming of 1.5°C, urgent action across societies and sectors worldwide is crucial.
Ceres is proud to partner once again with this event. Kirsten Spalding will moderate panel: 2030 Transition-Ready Portfolios - Best Practice Options for Achieving Alignment with the Paris Agreement on November 14 at 2:30pm EET / 7:30am ET. Join us. |
Live Updates from COP: A Conversation with PSEG and Vale on Energy and Just Transition Issues, Challenges, and Action (Ceres)
November 15, 2022 | 4:30-5:30pm EET | 9:30-10:30am ET
WMB Pavilion - Blue Zone, Auditorium B, Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt | Online
Ceres' Amit Bando will host a talkshow style session on energy and just transition issues with Public Service Enterprise Group's (PSEG) Executive Chairman, Ralph Izzo and a senior representative from Vale Corporation. This session will be live streamed.
Register to attend in-person or watch virtually | See more info on WMB Pavilion events |
Financing a Just Transition: A Conversation with World Benchmarking Alliance & Council for Inclusive Capitalism on the Role that Private Finance can Play in Promoting Sustainability (Ceres)
November 15, 2022 | 12:00-1:30pm EET | 5:00-6:30am ET
Climate Action's Innovation Zone, Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt
Ceres' Amit Bando, partnered with World Benchmarking Alliance and Council for Inclusive Capitalism, will host a roundtable session on Private Finance: how do we hold the finance sector to sustainability action. This session is only available in-person. Live streaming is not available.
The Innovation Zone welcomes all climate leaders, pioneers and practitioners. Entrance is free, but pre-registration for the Innovation Zone overall is required for all in-person attendees.
Register to attend this session in-person. |
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A Conversation on Climate-Related Loss, Damage, and Adaptation (Ceres)
November 16, 2022 | 4:15-4:45pm EET | 9:15-9:45am ET
Climate Action Stage, Innovation Zone, Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt | Online
Ceres will host a fireside chat focusing on a just and inclusive economy as aligned with climate justice.
The Innovation Zone welcomes all climate leaders, pioneers and practitioners. Entrance is free, but pre-registration for the Innovation Zone overall is required for all in-person attendees.
Register to attend this session in-person or watch virtually. |
A Conversation on Actionable Solutions following COP27 (Ceres)
November 17, 2022 | 5:30-6:30pm EET | 10:30-11:30am ET
WMB Pavilion - Blue Zone, Auditorium A, Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt | Online
Ceres' Amit Bando will host a talkshow style session with Jennifer Layke, Global Director, Energy from WRI, on solutions, what is working and what more could be done after COP. These sessions will provide a space for Ceres to connect with investors and change makers on live updates coming from COP sessions. This session will be live streamed.
Register to attend in-person or watch virtually | See more info on WMB Pavilion events |
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