Advancement of a green transportation sector is critical to achievement of the goals of the Paris Agreement. This roundtable dialogue convenes stakeholders, innovators, and regulators to discuss what is required to attract investment to green transportation in Canada, with an emphasis on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production. Panelists will discuss topics such as policy support mechanisms, financial incentives, renewable energy and feedstock availability, book and claim systems, and access to jet fuel infrastructure.
Plants and green spaces are pivotal in all environments, especially in urban areas. They enhance air quality, provide climate resilience, retain moisture through droughts, sequester carbon and prevent flooding erosion and supporting biodiversity. Through our panel discussion we will highlight why plants & natural solutions are pivotal in urban settings, how integrating green spaces can mitigate the negative impacts of climate change & improve the overall quality of life, as well as the importance of nature-based solutions in combating the effects of climate change. We will introduce our Clean Air Calculator; a tool designed to illustrate the impact of green spaces. Join us for a moderated discussion to explore solutions and future opportunities for enhancing urban green spaces. Attendees will be able to engage with the panelists, ask questions, and discuss potential strategies for urban greening.
Additional Resources
The additional resources and other links available for some individual events are not hosted on the official COP29 Canada Pavilion website, and as such, it is not guaranteed that they will be available in both official languages.
The climate crisis is driving extreme heat events in Canada and across the world, with 2024 projected to be the hottest year on record. Heat stress is the leading cause of weather-related deaths, and heat waves this year have led to school closures and severe forest fires across the world. Given this context, this event will focus on many facets of preparing for and responding to extreme heat events, including protecting populations at risk, responding to coinciding events, and working to integrate health considerations into the built environment. Participants will engage in a discussion on challenges and best practices and will identify opportunities for international collaboration to address the health impacts of extreme heat events.
