World Economic Forum climate debate: Climate Transition in Emerging Economies

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Many emerging economies already suffering disproportionately from the effects of climate change may be at risk of further impact. However, some are well placed to lead the way in adopting new technologies, measures and strategies to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. Ahead of G20 in October, and COP27 in November, how can the international community provide the funding needed to accelerate and scale the much-needed low-carbon, climate-resilient transition in emerging economies?Hosted by Bronwyn Nielsen, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Nielsen Media and Associates.Speakers:Mahmoud Mohieldin, UN High-Level Climate Action Champion, COP27, Egypt, United Nations;Arifin Tasrif, Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources of Indonesia;Mmamoloko Kubayi, Minister of Human Settlements, Ministry of Human Settlements of South Africa;Patricia Espinosa Cantellano, executive Secretary, United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC);Paddy Padmanathan, vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, ACWA POWER Company-Saudi Listed Joint Stock Company.Sponsored by @NedbankCIB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
24 May 2022 1PM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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