Felix Dodds comments on sustainable development, coffee & life

  Introduction Climate change is an urgent global challenge that requires collective action and a comprehensive understanding of its impacts. One of the crucial mechanisms for assessing progress in tackling this issue is the Global Stock Take (GST). The GST is an essential part of the Paris Agreement, serving as a periodic review of countries' efforts to combat climate change. In this blog post, we will explore the significance of the GST, its objectives, and the progress made so far in transitioning towards a sustainable future. Understanding the Global Stock Take The Global Stock Take is a comprehensive assessment conducted every five years to evaluate the collective efforts of countries in meeting the goals set under the Paris Agreement. Its primary aim is to provide a clear picture of global progress towards mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, adapting to the impacts of climate change, and achieving the overarching goal of limiting global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsi...

On the 10 th of May between 10am-12 EDT a capacity building workshop will be held by Felix Dodds (VP RMWSSS and author) and Chris Spence (consultant on sustainable development and author) to help with the upcoming UNFCCC preparatory meetings SB58 in Bonn in June (5-15 th ) and the COP28 in Dubai in November/December. (30-12 th )    If you are new to these meetings or just need a refresher, then do come along and do share with anyone you think might benefit.   To register go to here   The capacity building will cover the following areas.   Short history of climate change. UNFCCC Constituted bodies. Key outcomes and what wasn't agreed at COP27. How the UNFCCC prepares - Bonn June 2023. Key players for the UNFCCC. Why and how stakeholders engage at the UNFCCC. Case study of a campaign. COP 28 – What does it look like? COP 28 – What are the issues? COP28 Presidency Priorities. Key issues. Beyond the Negotiations. A few other issue...