This side event will discuss the global net zero status, reflecting on the UNSG’s Net Zero Progress report, with a focus on subnational governments. We will dive into questions such as: How can good practices be accelerated to align with UN guidelines for credible net zero targets? How can regions exceed national targets to propel climate action?
Speakers:
- Dr. Thomas Hale, Prof., Univ. Oxford
- Prof. Angel Hsu, UNC
- Nehmat Kaur, Head of Under2 and Subnational Governments, Climate Group
- Dr. Takeshi Kuramochi, NewClimate Institute
- Catherine McKenna
This side event starts at 18:30 Baku time / 15:30 CET.