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[2023 EXCLUSIVE SUPPLEMENT] State of the European Renewable Energy Market
Uncover in this exclusive supplement:
- Key onsite solar energy trends & benefits;
- Spotlight on local market;
- The Power Purchase Agreement (“PPA”) nuances: Direct & Virtual PPA
- Collaborative future in renewable energy procurement
Available at : State of the European Renewable Energy Market (ems-schneider-electric.com)
"Wastewater - Turning Problem to Solution" - 23 August 2023
UN Environment Programme – Report
Dive into the UN Environment Programme’s latest Report and discover how you can:
- Turn wastewater threats into eco-opportunities
- Power 500 million with alternative energy
- Surpass global desalination by 10 x
- Cut fertilizer use by over 10%....
Available at : Wastewater - Turning Problem to Solution | UNEP - UN Environment Programme
"The Evolving Role of Chief Sustainability Officers" – July-August 2023
Harvard Business Review- By Robert G Eccles and Alison Taylor –
CSOs have moved away from a role centered on messaging and instead are spearheading the true integration of material ESG (environmental, social, and governance) issues into corporate strategy…
Available at : The Evolving Role of Chief Sustainability Officers (hbr.org)
UN Climate Change: CONCEPT OF “JUST TRANSITION”
“Leaving No One Behind in the Transition Towards a Low-Carbon Economy” –April 12, 2023
United Nations Climate Change
Working on a “Just Transition” entails to change the economy and economic system, leaving no one behind, in a way that is equitable and inclusive while generating decent work opportunities.
Available at : Leaving No One Behind in the Transition Towards a Low-Carbon Economy | UNFCCC
European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
“How the new EU directive will rewrite ESG reporting” - May 1, 2023 –
GreenBiz – by Matt Orsagh – Chief Content Officer
Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive’s (CSRD) goal is to ensure businesses and investors timely, consistent and comparable information - through its harmonized framework: EU Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS)- regarding the sustainability of enterprises doing business in the EU.
Available at : How the new EU directive will rewrite ESG reporting | Greenbiz
CIRCULAR ECONOMY OPPORTUNITIES
“Sustainability is a business opportunity” - April 21, 2023
Embedding sustainability into strategic business decisions and operations : ”the truth is financial performance and sustainability do not work against each other – in fact, it’s the opposite”.
Available at : Sustainability is a business opportunity | Schneider Electric (se.com)
COP 28 News
The UAE is calling all voluntary stakeholders who are committed to a cleaner future to join this coalition for Waste Decarbonization, and play an active role in achieving its objectives.
Discover More : please download the official “Waste to Zero” Brochure: [Download Here]
Join the Movement: Should you wish to be part of this global initiative, register your interest using the online form below:
Access the “Waste to Zero” form Here :
Dear Members,
This is an Opportunity Alert: Take the Stage at COP28!
Are you interested in making a difference and playing a pivotal role at COP28?
Here's your chance! We're inviting YOU to be profiled as potential speakers for various events and sessions during the conference.
If you're keen to share your insights and expertise to make an impact, simply click on the link below, fill it out, and get a chance to share your message and actions plan !
Access the “COP28 Speaker Template” Here :
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/823d345aa31243ecb35e6301da5527e3
“…Together, we will prioritize efforts to accelerate emissions reductions through a pragmatic energy transition, reform land use, and transform food systems. We will work to mobilize solutions for vulnerable countries, operationalize loss and damage, and deliver the most inclusive Conference possible”
Available at : COP28 UAE | United Nations Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC)
LOSS AND DAMAGE FUND WORK PROGRAM
“Transitional Committee on Loss and Damage Begins Work with Successful First Meeting in Egypt” - April 3, 2023 –
United Nations Climate Change
"You are here not just to construct a fund, but to create something much bigger: a lifeline for vulnerable people and places…. approach this work in a way that is creative, collaborative, and constructive."
Available at : Transitional Committee on Loss and Damage Begins Work with Successful First Meeting in Egypt | UNFCCC
FRANCE – UAE COOPERATION
“UAE can count on French support for Cop28 success, France's Economy Minister says”; France’s Economy Minister, Mr. Bruno le MAIRE, declarations dated January 30, 2023.
UAE - The NationalNews - January 30, 2023.
Available at : UAE can count on French support for Cop28 success, France's Economy Minister says (thenationalnews.com)
Useful Links
Law and Policy Search - Climate Change Laws of the World (climate-laws.org)
UAE has put in place several policies to address sustainability issues: Clean Energy (Building standards and management system; Renewable Energy), Sustainable Transport (electric and hybrid vehicles, public transports metro, electric bus and soon the national high-speed train), Water Conservation, Biodiversity, Waste Management Policies…
The Net Zero Tracker analyses the next zero targets announced by countries, regions, cities and companies, and provides information on which ones have enacted climate legislation or other regulations to facilitate reaching these targets.
Studies and Reports
This publication provides a compilation of country-driven strategies and best practices on economic diversification and transformation and just transition of the workforce and creation of decent work and quality jobs.
“ESG expectations are on the rise. And companies are responding: 89% of executives surveyed said they’re proactively making strides now to hold themselves accountable and drive trust with their stakeholders...”
Available at : Sustainability Action Report: Survey Findings on ESG Disclosure and Preparedness | Greenbiz
- 1 No Poverty - Working poverty rate rose for the first time in two decades pushing an additional 8 million workers into poverty: 2019: 6.7% / 2020: 7.2% - Page 10 of 68;
- 7. Affordable And Clean Energy : PROGRESS IN ENERGY EFFICIENCY NEEDS TO SPEED UP TO ACHIEVE GLOBAL CLIMATE GOALS - Page 14 of 68;
- 13. Climate Action : “CODE RED” WARNING : OUR WINDOW TO AVOID CLIMATE CATASTROPHE IS CLOSING RAPIDLY – Page 22 of 68;
Available at : The-Sustainable-Development-Goals-Report-2022.pdf (un.org)
“Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability”
This report recognizes the interdependence of climate, ecosystems and biodiversity, and human societies and integrates knowledge more strongly across the natural, ecological, social and economic sciences. It emphasizes the necessity of taking urgent and more ambitious action given the dangerous rising temperatures to secure a liveable sustainable futur.