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Policy is a key driver for action. Targeting measures in sectors where short-lived climate pollutants are emitted will help drive down climate change in the near-term as well as air pollution. Double dividend with local, regional and global angles. Integrated approach by focusing on super pollutants. Sector standards. Leveraging the power of private sector, redirecting investments.

🚀🇸🇰 After several months of preparation, our #Slovak case study leader was thrilled to kick off its first stakeholder workshop on 💦𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲-𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿🌾𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 👋𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 🌱𝗲𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗮! Discussions led by the Slovak University of Agriculture (SUA) in #Nitra, focused on improving governance practices in the face of #challenges such as #floods, #droughts, #water insecurity, #desertification and #biodiversity loss, as well as #land fragmentation in the western part of Slovakia. 🔎Follow the link to learn more ⬇️ Funded by the European Commission, represented by the European Research Executive Agency (REA), the 💦RETOUCH NEXUS project aims at introducing and promoting the 💧⚡️🌽🌳Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (#WEFE) Nexus as a multi-level and cross-sectoral approach that supports the EU water economy and relies on ecological and social considerations.

How can investors help restore nature? 🤔   This was a central topic at Tuesday’s Brazilian Climate Forum. Our Co-Chief Investment Officer Eduardo Mufarej spoke on a panel with Ilona Szabó de Carvalho, Co-Founder and President of the Igarapé Institute.   We think the case for investing in nature is clear. Agriculture, forestry and other land use account for 23% of global greenhouse gas emissions today, according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Natural climate solutions can deliver close to 7 gigatons of CO2 abatement per year, enough to achieve around one third of the 2030 net emissions reduction targets required by the Paris Agreement (McKinsey Sustainability).   To learn more, read about Just Climate’s Natural Climate Solutions strategy here: https://lnkd.in/efFk3bXa 🌲

🌲 Good quality FRM, planted in the right conditions and the right climate, can help ensure resilience of forests, and can thus help the EU achieve its sustainability, biodiversity and climate goals. Forest reproductive material (FRM) includes seeds, parts of trees (such as stem or leaf cuttings, explants, buds, layers, roots and scions) and planting stock (plants raised from seeds or parts of plants). 🔎 Dig deeper into the EU legislation in progress 👇 Herbert Dorfmann, Isabel Estrada Carvalhais Irène Tolleret, Martin Häusling, Bert-Jan Ruissen

A new study has revealed concerns that seafloor fishing activities, such as bottom trawling, may accelerate the process that turns organic carbon to CO2. The research, co-led by Lyell Centre Associate Professor Dr Marija Sciberras, reviewed the findings of 71 independent studies to create a global database that improves understanding of the complex relationship between demersal fishing and seabed carbon. Findings of the research, which was funded by the Children's Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), will be of particular interest to #ClimateChange scientists, policymakers and the #fisheries sector, and may inform new regulations aimed at minimising the adverse effects of fishing on marine environments. Dr Sciberras said: "“Seafloor organic carbon plays a key role in carbon sequestration and storage....the study emphasises the necessity for tailored management approaches if seabed carbon is to be protected effectively.” Read more on the Heriot-Watt University website: https://lnkd.in/exXZJk_7 #fishing #carbon #sustainability #climate #FisheriesManagement #regulations #policy #GlobalResearch #GlobalImpact Justin Tiano Emil De Borger Sarah Paradis Vilar Heriot-Watt GRID

EnviReview offer independent scientific reviews of marine science reports, plans and proposals. Our mission is to improve, through expert review and rigour, your marine projects environmental goals. Ensuring the sustainability of Australia’s ocean economy is paramount for our nation’s prosperity and wellbeing. With the ‘blue economy’ generating over $118 billion annually and supporting 462,000 jobs in Australia, it’s clear that our marine environment is a cornerstone of our economic success. From offshore energy to fisheries, aquaculture, shipping, and marine tourism, these industries are vital to our livelihoods. Yet, the DCCEEW State of the Environment report 2021 underscores the pressing need to address significant pressures facing our oceans and coasts. To safeguard our ocean economy and national welfare, we must prioritize the health and productivity of our marine ecosystems. Accurate and rigorous reviews of marine environmental plans and reports are indispensable in this mission. By ensuring our ocean remains vibrant and resilient, we not only sustain our economic growth but also unlock its potential as a solution to climate change. Improve your marine project goals by inviting EnviReview to support you in this crucial endeavour to protect, nurture and improve our invaluable marine resources for generations to come.

📣 Significant progress for the carbon markets: Last week, the U.S. Departments of Treasury, Energy, and Agriculture, along with Biden's top climate and economic advisors, introduced principles to ensure carbon credits meet high standards for real emissions reductions. These guidelines aim to increase transparency, credibility, and accountability in carbon credits—an important step forward for carbon markets, which are essential to funding reforestation and other types of carbon removal necessary to mitigate climate change. At Mast, our post-wildfire reforestation projects are scientifically verified to ensure real carbon removal through a rigorous third-party verification process. We work closely with the landowner and local forestry groups to ensure the projects benefit the climate, the ecosystem, and the landowner. At this critical juncture in the climate crisis, quality carbon removal credits are a critical part of the solution. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/eVuJQaJa

Congratulations to me on completing the Hilary 2024 School of Climate Change at the  Oxford Climate Change School. Climate Litigation, Transport and Climate Justice, Indigenous and Allied Environmental knowledge,  International Climate Politics,  and Economics of Climate Policies were some of the topics treated.  Very significant topics, useful for climate and sustainability experts and policymakers toward the fulfillment of the Agenda 2030.  For instance, indigenous and Allied Environmental knowledge is very critical in tackling climate change as well as sustainable forestry.  I am personally interested in the integration of indigenous people and traditional ecological knowledge in climate change and sustainable forestry policies, strategies, and initiatives for inclusive actions just as the theory of the “Two Eye Seeing” posits. For a long time, governments (policymakers), experts, and international organizations have been the main subjects engaged in environmental problems deliberations and management decisions. Meanwhile, civic environmentalists are a significant aspect of sustainable environmental governance. I particularly find very fascinating the area of integrating indigenous people in climate change and sustainability policies, which is in line with my doctoral research interests. 

Don't delay, the 2024 Global Summit call for abstracts and early bird registration discount ends July 1! If you are interested in presenting during a plenary or breakout session, poster presentation or a paper, we urge you to submit your abstract now before the 1 July deadline. We are seeking input on these four specific regulatory topics and with over 25 options for universally relevant generic regulatory topics to feature in the event program: 1️⃣ Climate change and/or air pollution regulation 2️⃣ Emerging waste streams and plastic waste issues 3️⃣ Biodiversity, environmental planning, wildlife crime, managing national parks (marine & terrestrial) and public land management 4️⃣ Natural resources and energy sector including water, forestry, fisheries, soil, vegetation, oil and gas, mining, and renewable energy. See the full list of topics and submit an abstract ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g9JZtNZ5 Visit the 2024 Global Summit event website to submit your abstract, download a copy of the event program, or secure your early bird registration 🕊️

The EU has committed to reducing overall emissions by 55% by 2030, and to becoming carbon neutral by 2050. EU fisheries are almost completely dependent on fossil fuels, while many fishing methods are extremely energy intensive and employ destructive methods. In February 2023, the European Commission launched a communication on the energy transition in EU fisheries to accelerate their progress toward carbon neutrality by 2050. Within this communication, the Commission committed to adopting a roadmap for decarbonisation by 2024 and a stakeholder consultation process was launched to support the drafting of this roadmap in June 2023. The first workshop of this EU process will take place on the 28th of November, and will address the difficult question of financing the decarbonisation of fisheries. Join us for this short briefing to discover challenges and opportunities for financing the energy transition that could successfully lead to the decarbonisation of the fishing industry. https://lnkd.in/ejCz_Cb7