Events
COP29
Date
November 11, 2024 - November 22, 2024
Join our team at the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference, or Conference of the Parties (COP29). COP29 serves as a pivotal moment for us to collectively refocus on the urgency of the climate crisis and engage in conversations around the most pressing climate issues.
Our experts will be on-site and available to address topics such as climate finance, methane emissions, climate-smart agriculture, transportation electrification, water resources management, and more.
See below for details on presentations and panels that RTI will participate in at COP29, and follow our COP29 LinkedIn Event for the latest details and reminders.
RTI Events at COP29
Thursday, November 14
Innovation and Technology Solutions for Sustainable Food and Water Systems
Time: 13:30 - 14:30(AZT)
Venue: The Resilience Hub
This dynamic dual-panel session explores cutting-edge innovations and policy frameworks in food and water systems, focusing on youth engagement and sustainable financing mechanisms. It will showcase and highlight the role of innovative solutions in both adaptation and mitigation, aligning with global climate goals like resilience enhancement, emission reductions, and sustainable financial flows. The session aims to bridge the gap between technological advancements and policy implementation while addressing the critical food and water security challenges.
The Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) and RTI are co-hosting the panel on Policy Frameworks and Financial Mechanisms for Scaling Solutions.
RTI Participants: Jonathan Quebbeman (panelist) and Candise Henry (moderator)
Friday, November 15
Unleashing the Caribbean's Abundant Renewable Energy Potential
Time: 12:30 - 1:30(AZT)
Venue: CARICOM Pavilion
The Caribbean holds abundant renewable energy resources across solar, wind, geothermal, and even ocean technologies. Innovation is key for expanding these resources to achieve climate ambitions in the region. Advancements like battery storage, offshore energy solutions, and energy auctions are creating new opportunities. When combined with climate finance, smart policies, and public-private partnerships, these innovations have the potential to expand energy access, strengthen climate resilience, and reduce emissions. Learn more about these innovations and their impact at this panel of Caribbean renewable energy specialists.
Tuesday, November 19
Advancing Soil Health and Green Fertilizers for Climate, Economic, and Food and Nutrition Resilience
Time: 16:45-17:30(AZT)
Venue: U.S. Center
The climate crisis is intensifying global food and nutrition insecurity and environmental challenges, degrading ecosystems, and highlighting the urgent need for action. Recent disruptions in food, fuel, and fertilizer markets have exposed the vulnerabilities and import dependencies of food systems worldwide, particularly in low-income nations. Investing in soil health and green fertilizer solutions can strengthen food security and nutrition, restore ecosystems, drive sustainable inclusive economic growth, and mitigate climate change while adapting to its impacts.
This event brings together perspectives from research, development, government and the finance community to discuss 1) multi-stakeholder action for addressing financing, implementation and knowledge barriers, and 2) green fertilizer domestic production in Africa, including modeled costs, cost drivers, and developmental impacts.
RTI is proud to sponsor this event alongside World Agroforestry (ICRAF), Coalition of Action 4 Soil Health (CA4SH), and Coalition of Action for Sustainable Productivity Growth (SPG).
RTI Participant: Daniel Lapidus (speaker)
