Climate Diplomacy for Adaptation: The Role of Non-State Actors

Description

Collaboration between actors has been key to driving climate progress. When local experiences and realities align with institutional support, it can lead to innovative strategies.

How can climate diplomacy led by non-state actors strengthen local capacities and support effective adaptation policies? How can resources be mobilized? And how can inclusive climate diplomacy spark tangible, lasting actions while addressing the specific needs and conditions of each region?

Speakers

• Emmanuel Seck, Chairman, ENDA Energie
• Sven Harmeling, Climate Director, CAN Europe
• Lola Ott, Founder of Octop’us, Ambassador for the EU Climate Pact / Ocean
• Valeria Peláez Cardona, Gender and Climate Coordinator, WECF Germany
• Vincent Chauvet, Committee of regions, Mayor of Autun
• Mélissa Kerim Dikeni, Regional Lead – Gap Fund Partnership with GCoM, Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM)
• Yannick Glemarec, former Director of the Green Climate Fund

Moderator: Romain Crouzet, Climate Advisor, Operations Division – Sustainable Development Department, Expertise France