A focus on solutions for climate change
The Innovation Agora Climate Hub is a dedicated zone for sharing ideas and exploring solutions for climate change.
Through open amphitheater panel sessions and smaller group meetups, leaders in energy industry, finance, government and academia will explore key topics surrounding climate change and engage in discussions on science and modeling, technology and innovation, stakeholder engagement, adaptation, the geopolitics of climate change, and carbon markets.
Topics and key questions to be explored include:
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Science and modelingIs there a scientific consensus on climate change? Impact of Climate Change on extreme weather events?
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Policy and geopoliticsHow effective are current Climate Policies? Progress at COP28 and the new paths of Global Climate Policy?
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Physical risk and adaptationQuantifying physical risk in a world with frequent climate events - how do we bring focus on adaptation?
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Business and financeIs climate change an opportunity for the private sector? What is the role of energy companies in addressing Climate Change?
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Carbon marketsThe future of voluntary carbon markets- how to resolve trust and integrity issues? Impact of CBAM on development of carbon markets in emerging economies?
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BiodiversityBiodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation- what are the risks and opportunities?
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Technology and AIWhat are some of the groundbreaking technologies to address Climate Change? Is there a role for AI in the path to Net Zero?
Featured Climate Hub Sessions
COP28 Chronicles: Achievements, implications and a way forward
The “UAE Consensus” that emerged at COP28 included language around "Transitioning Away" from fossil fuels for the first time. What will be the realist... Read More
Weathering the Change: What are the links between climate change and extreme events?
As our planet undergoes unprecedented environmental shifts, understanding the connections between climate change and extreme weather phenomena becomes... Read More
Measuring Tomorrow's Risks: Quantifying physical risks in a warmer world
As climate change intensifies, understanding and measuring the physical risks associated with changing climate are paramount. With 2023 being the hott... Read More
Energy Titans: Navigating the climate transition
The actions and strategies of major energy corporations play a central role in shaping the trajectory of energy transition. We will explore how large ... Read More
Future Forward: Harnessing the power of Gen-AI in climate solutions
Can gen-AI accelerate solutions for climate change? We will explore the potential of gen-AI in analyzing vast datasets, predicting outcomes, optimizin... Read More
Risks and Opportunities in Biodiversity Loss and Ecosystem Degradation
The capacity for ecosystems to support resilient and productive economies is a growing systemic risk. With scenario analysis and stress testing of nat... Read More
Improving Energy Access While Combatting Climate Change
Developments over the past two years have demonstrated that the energy transition is more complicated than previously thought. While the transition pr... Read More
Tripling Nuclear Power by 2050
At COP 28 more than 20 countries from four continents launched the Declaration to Triple Nuclear Energy. This commitment elevates and recognizes the i... Read More
Carbon Credits: Opportunities and challenges as a policy tool
Carbon credits are a vital tool in tackling climate change. How do carbon credits incentivize emission reductions and drive innovation? With offsets a... Read More
Innovation Unleashed: Addressing supply chain constraints with cutting-edge technology
Countries are trying to meet the demand for critical minerals, metals, materials and equipment parts needed for energy transition, along with onshorin... Read More
Eco-Equality: Charting a course toward climate justice
The burden of climate change is disproportionately felt by low-income communities and developing countries―people and places that are least responsibl... Read More
How to Get Net Zero Right
Achieving net-zero emissions by mid-century represents a pivotal step toward fulfilling the objectives outlined in the Paris Agreement. Consequently, ... Read More
Business Unearthed: The trillion-dollar frontier in solving climate challenges
This session ventures into the trillion-dollar frontier of addressing climate challenges through innovative business solutions. As climate change cont... Read More
Beyond Borders: The IRA's ripple effect on international policies and finance
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has turned out to be a big accelerator for capital deployment in the U.S. with its generous tax credits. However, th... Read More
Symbiosis or Standoff: U.S.-China relations and climate action
As the world’s two largest economies and carbon emitters, the U.S.-China relationship holds significant implications for global efforts to combat clim... Read More
Oceans of Change: Exploring the role of oceans in climate mitigation
We will dive into the pivotal role of oceans in climate mitigation and explore how marine ecosystems contribute to carbon sequestration, weather regul... Read More
How to Make Electric Grids Resilient to Climate Change
As climate change accelerates, the resilience of our electric grids becomes paramount. What are the strategies, innovations and policy frameworks esse... Read More
Design is Destiny: Solving climate change by design
How does the pivotal role of design combat climate change? What are some innovative design strategies across architecture, urban planning, product dev... Read More
Talent Magnet: Building a robust workforce for climate action
As the urgency of addressing climate change intensifies, nurturing talent becomes essential for driving sustainable solutions and fostering innovation... Read More
Unveiling the Latest Breakthroughs in Climate Change Mitigation
Although billions of dollars are being invested in new technologies, global GHG emissions continue to increase because growth in emissions from develo... Read More