Webinar: Exploring Pathways for Operationalising Article 2.1(c) of the Paris Agreement in Africa
Date: October 3, 2024 | Time: 2:00 PM (SAST), 3:00PM (EAT), 15:00 to 17:00 (EAT), and 14:00 to 16:00 (EET).
Join us for an insightful webinar where we will explore African-led strategies for aligning financial flows with climate objectives, as outlined in Article 2.1(c) of the Paris Agreement. This critical discussion will focus on low-emission, climate-resilient development, a key priority as African nations work towards ambitious Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). Join us for an insightful webinar where we will explore African-led strategies for aligning financial flows with climate objectives, as outlined in Article 2.1(c) of the Paris Agreement. This critical discussion will focus on low-emission, climate-resilient development, a key priority as African nations work towards ambitious Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
Hosted by SouthSouthNorth (SSN) through the Aligning Financial Flows with the Paris Agreement in Africa (AFF) programme, this webinar will offer evidence-based insights on how African countries can operationalise Article 2.1(c) to meet their climate goals.
Why You Should Attend
This webinar is designed to provide key insights and equip stakeholders ahead of the Sharm El-Sheikh Dialogues (6 to 7 October 2024), where operationalising Article 2.1(c) will be a critical agenda item. Participants will gain knowledge on:
- African-led strategies for low-emission, climate-resilient development pathways.
- How to align financial flows with climate goals to support sustainable growth.
- Tailored approaches for balancing economic growth with climate action.
Purpose of the Webinar
The primary objectives of this session are to:
- Share Evidence-Based Insights: Gain a comprehensive overview of research and findings from the AFF programme on how African nations can effectively operationalise Article 2.1(c). The focus will be on highlighting context-specific strategies suited to each country’s unique circumstances.
- Support Regional and National Discussions: Engage with African stakeholders, fostering a dialogue that enhances their capacity to advocate for actionable and context-driven pathways, particularly ahead of key global discussions such as COP29.
- Foster Regional Collaboration: Encourage cross-regional learning, enabling countries to benefit from each other’s experiences and tailor their strategies to national conditions.
Key Topics & Emerging Evidence
SSN has developed four research-based pathway papers that will form the basis of discussion. These papers address how different African nations can operationalise Article 2.1(c), with a focus on:
- High Carbon Financial Assets and Financial Sector Transformation in South Africa: This deep dive into South Africa’s financial sector examines the challenges of transitioning from coal reliance while maintaining commitments to reduce carbon emissions.
- Managing High Carbon Assets in Mozambique: This paper provides insight into how Mozambique can strategically balance economic growth and newly discovered high-carbon assets with climate objectives.
- Advancing Sustainable Finance for Clean Energy Access in Ethiopia: Discover how sustainable finance can drive the expansion of affordable, universal clean energy access in Ethiopia, while safeguarding rural household financial assets.
- Financing Climate-Resilient Infrastructure in Africa: Explore a roadmap for developing climate-resilient infrastructure in Africa, focusing on operationalising Article 2.1(c) within the context of sustainable infrastructure development.
