| Shanqing Gao <Shanqi...@efi.int>: Nov 14 03:29PM
Beyond Boundaries: Linking Science, Policy, and Practice in Forest Knowledge Systems [Gateway webinar-5.png] 💻 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.fi/e/beyond-boundaries-science-policy-and-practice-in-forest-knowledge-tickets-1965357814128?aff=oddtdtcreator What happens when a scientist, a policymaker, an Indigenous knowledge holder, and a forest practitioner sit down together, not for another round of presentations, but for an open, honest conversation about different knowledge systems can be bridged to strengthen biodiversity conservation and sustainable forest management? That’s exactly what our upcoming SUPERB<https://forest-restoration.eu/>/ TRANSFORMIT<https://transformforests.eu/> webinar Beyond Boundaries: Linking Science, Policy, and Practice in Forest Knowledge Systems aims to explore. Over 1.5–2 hours, participants from across Europe (and beyond) will join forces to tackle a challenge close to EFI’s heart: how to better connect, communicate, and apply knowledge on forests and biodiversity in a changing climate. Our newly launched Forest Knowledge Gateway<https://forestknowledge.eu/> will also be presented. We will discuss these key questions: * How can scientific, practical, indigenous, and policy knowledge be made more accessible and actionable? * How can we bridge these different knowledge systems to strengthen biodiversity conservation and sustainable forest management in a changing climate? * You are warmly invited to join the conversation before and during the event via this Padlet board<https://padlet.com/shanqinggao/beyond-boundaries-linking-science-policy-and-practice-in-for-avc4b2jk38qf00dl> – submit your questions, share your experiences, and help shape the discussion! 🎙 Speakers include: * Moderated by Jo O’Hara, Future Arc * Gesche Schifferdecker, Manager of the Forest Knowledge Gateway, European Forest Institute * Jonathan Spazzi, Forestry Development Officer, Teagasc * Karin Nutti Pilflykt, EU-Advisor, The Saami Council * Martin Belcher, Director of Impact, Climate, Environment and Natural Capital, The Palladium Group * Kelsey Perlman, Forest and Climate Campaigner, FERN * 💚 About SUPERB: SUPERB<https://forest-restoration.eu/> (Systemic solutions for upscaling of urgent ecosystem restoration for forest-related biodiversityand ecosystem services) is one of the biggest ever EU-funded forest-focused projects (2021-2025, 20Mio. € EU-funding) with the overall goal to create an enabling environment for large-scale forest restoration across Europe. By combining scientific research with practical knowledge and considering broad societal interests, SUPERB is driving large-scale forest restoration while addressing climate adaptation. The project features 12 practical demonstration sites in different European regions, tackling diverse environmental challenges and restoration needs. Collaborating with diverse stakeholders, SUPERB promotes best practices and innovative solutions to protect as well as sustainably manage forests, enhance biodiversity, and ensure the provision of ecosystem services for both, nature and people. 💚 About TRANSFORMIT: TRANSFORMIT<https://transformforests.eu/> (Transforming Forest Management for multiple ecosystem services and nature conservation via the Integrative approach) aims to merge societal demands with biodiversity conservation through an integrative approach. To achieve this, the project expands on existing practical and scientific knowledge related to Integrative Forest Management (IFM) and fosters synergetic collaborations through seven Living Labs. Connecting 16 institutions from 12 different countries, and coordinated by the European Forest Institute, TRANSFORMIT’s serves as catalyst for knowledge exchange, capacity building, and collaboration among forest managers, researchers, policymakers, and local communities. Best regards, Shan -- [Logo Description automatically generated] Shanqing Gao (She/ her) Communications Officer European Forest Institute (EFI) – Bonn Office Platz der Vereinten Nationen 7, 53113 Bonn Phone: +49 (0) 152 06838637<tel:+4915206838637> www.efi.int<http://www.efi.int/> |
| <Sama.ALT...@oecd.org>: Nov 14 03:30PM
[cid:image0...@01DC54DD.E88EF1E0] 📅 17 November 2025, 14:00-15:30 (CET)📍Online Dear colleagues, We are pleased to invite you to an OECD COP30 Virtual Pavilion event on How has the Paris Agreement shaped mitigation policy? Assessing progress at ten years<https://www.oecd-events.org/cop30/session/3c874bfd-1aa1-f011-b485-6045bd941168/how-has-the-paris-agreement-shaped-mitigation-policy-assessing-progress-at-ten-years>, taking place online on 17 November 2025, from 14:00 -15:30 (CET). ABOUT THE EVENT As the Paris Agreement marks its 10th anniversary, this session explores its impact on climate change mitigation action and policies. Drawing on insights from a novel global OECD survey of policymakers and non-governmental experts, this session will highlight how the Agreement has shaped national mitigation policies, the barriers that continue to hinder implementation and the policy priorities moving forward. The OECD will present key findings from the survey, presented in the recently published report “The Paris Agreement at Ten Years: Expert Views on Progress and Challenges for Climate Change Mitigation”. A panel of experts and stakeholders will then reflect on progress made, remaining gaps and next steps to highlight how climate action can evolve to meet the urgency of the climate crisis. Key speakers: * Elisa Lanzi, Team Lead, Climate Change Mitigation, OECD Environment Directorate * Walid Oueslati, Head of Climate, Biodiversity and Water Division, OECD Environment Directorate * Mattias Frumerie, Climate Ambassador and Head of the Delegation to the UNFCCC, Ministry of Climate and Enterprise, Sweden * Albert Magalang, Chief Environmental Management Specialist, Department of Environment and Natural Resources, The Philippines * Ioannis Tikoudis, Economist, Climate Change Mitigation Team, OECD Environment Directorate * Jo Tyndall, Former Director, OECD Environment Directorate * Henri Waisman, Director Deep Decarbonisation Pathways, IDDRI [cid:image0...@01DC54DD.E88EF1E0]<https://www.oecd-events.org/cop30/session/3c874bfd-1aa1-f011-b485-6045bd941168/how-has-the-paris-agreement-shaped-mitigation-policy-assessing-progress-at-ten-years> For more information on OECD work on climate mitigation and net-zero transition, as well as the full list of our OECD COP30 Virtual Pavilion events, please visit: * Climate mitigation and net-zero transition | OECD<https://www.oecd.org/en/topics/climate-mitigation-and-net-zero-transition.html> * OECD COP30 Virtual Pavilion<https://www.oecd-events.org/cop30> Please feel free to share this information with your interested networks. We look forward to your participation! With kind regards, The OECD Secretariat [Icon Description automatically generated] Sign up<https://account.oecd.org/subscribeEmail.aspx?categoryKeys=2377%20> to receive OECD Environment Newsletters in your inbox. Unclassified - Non classifié Unclassified - Non classifié |
| Greg Briner <gbr...@wmbcoalition.org>: Nov 14 06:27AM -0800
Dear colleagues, In 2024, We Mean Business Coalition (WMBC) launched a Business Call to Action for Ambitious and Investible NDCs. The NDCs Call to Action emphasised that emissions reduction targets for 2035 alone are not enough – what matters for business is the translation of targets into clear and consistent plans and policies to drive investment into clean energy solutions and restoring nature. This year, building on the original NDCs Call to Action, WMBC has worked with in-country partners to develop country-specific versions of the NDCs Call to Action, outlining what businesses in each country want to see in their country’s 2035 NDC and what they need from governments to deliver the new NDCs. The reports in the series are: *Brazil* - How Brazil's new NDC can drive private sector investment in climate action Partner: Brazilian Business Council for Sustainable Development (CEBDS) *EU* - The EU's next NDC: An opportunity to strengthen energy security and industrial competitiveness Partner: Corporate Leaders Group Europe (CLG Europe) *India* - India's 2035 climate target: A business opportunity for growth and global leadership Partner: The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) *Australia* - Australia's 2035 National Climate Plan: A robust climate target for economic certainty and global credibility Partners: Better Futures Australia and Business Council for Sustainable Development Australia (BCSDA) *South Korea* - How South Korea's 2035 NDC can drive private sector action and investment Partner: Solutions for Our Climate (SFOC) *South Africa* - South Africa's 2035 Nationally Determined Contribution: An opportunity to boost industrial competitiveness and attract investment Partner: National Business Initiative (NBI) *UK* - Driving economic growth: How the UK's climate targets unlock business action and investment Partner: UK Corporate Leaders Group (CLG UK) *Indonesia* - How business can drive delivery of Indonesia’s 2035 NDC Partner: Indonesia Business Council for Sustainable Development (IBCSD) *Japan* (coming soon) - Japan’s second NDC: An opportunity to boost economic growth, improve energy security, and strengthen industrial competitiveness Partner: Japan Climate Initiative (JCI) The reports are available on the WMBC website at https://www.wemeanbusinesscoalition.org/time-to-deliver-business-call-to-action-for-ambitious-and-investible-ndcs/ Best wishes, Greg Briner Senior Manager, Policy, We Mean Business Coalition |