COP28 - What lies ahead?
Taking place from 30th November until 12th December 2023, this gathering of world leaders, scientists, activists and stakeholders aims to accelerate efforts to mitigate the impacts of climate change and transition towards a sustainable future.
One of the key focal points of COP28 will be the implementation of the commitments made under the Paris Agreement. Countries will come together to discuss and refine their strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, adapting to changing climate conditions, and mobilising financial resources for sustainable development.
In addition to government initiatives, COP28 will also showcase the vital role of grassroots movements and innovative technologies. From renewable energy solutions to nature-based climate interventions, COP28 will be a platform for sharing best practices and fostering collaboration.
Chartwell represents a range of speakers who can offer their expertise on the matter:
Alok Sharma
Politician and appointed full-time President of the 26th UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in 2021
Patricia Espinosa
Executive Secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (2016-2022) and Mexican Ambassador to Austria, Germany, Slovenia and Slovakia
Ben Rawlence
Author of “The Treeline: the last forest and future” (2022), activist, and Founder of Black Mountains College, an institution promoting sustainable futures
Andrew Zolli
Global futurist, Fellow of National Geographic Society, and CIO at Planet, a breakthrough space and AI organisation
Christiana Figueres
Internationally recognized leader on global climate change and Executive Secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (2010-2016)
Gabrielle Walker
Former Client Change Editor at The New Scientist, leading voice on carbon removals, and co-author of ‘The Hot Topic: how to tackle global warming and still keep the lights on”
Matt Ridley
Former Science Editor at The Economist, biologist, and bestselling author of several thought-provoking books on evolution
Gro Brundtland
Norway’s first female Prime Minister, former Director-General of the WHO (1998-2003) and UN Special Envoy on Climate Change (2007-2010)
Ellen MacArthur
Environmental campaigner and Founder of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation which works to promote a circular economy
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