The UNFCCC Bonn Climate Change Conference consists of meetings of subsidiary bodies of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention (COP), which may have important implications for international climate change agreements, particularly the Paris Agreement. It will include a workshop on the role of non-state actors in the implementation of the Paris Agreement.
Launched in 2016, the annual collaborative STI Forum is meant to bring partners together to examine technology needs and gaps, regarding scientific cooperation and innovation, in addition to technology transfer, facilitation and development for the sustainable development goals. The Forum will involve representatives from civil society, the private sector and the scientific community.
This event brings together large numbers of high-level participants to review progress on the Addis Ababa Action Agenda agreed in 2015. The 2016 Forum resulted in conclusions and recommendations that were included in the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development
Three key messages are to be discussed during the annual general meeting of the IAFN/PSM: (1) Business wants to be involved and can bring constructive, practical insights; (2) Business has specific proposals for engagement in CFS work streams (nutrition, SDGs, MYPOW, women’s empowerment); and (3) Business would like to partner more effectively on food security and nutrition issues, so selecting […]
This conference, coinciding with World Oceans Day, seeks to discuss and promote the implementation of SDG 14: conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development.
Quarterly meeting of the USCIB Environment Committee.
Following the success of last year’s inaugural forum, the second annual SDG Business Forum will take place at the United Nations on 18 July 2017 during the ministerial segment of the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development. The 2030 Agenda recognizes the critical role of business in delivering on the promise of sustainable and inclusive development. The business case […]
ICC Commission on Environment & Energy meeting in New Delhi, India.
Measuring progress and tracking private sector development impact is crucial to prioritize deployment of investment and other business resources, and to inform SDG relevant policy and implementation. Big data is not enough by itself and governments and business alike are facing the challenge of “too much information.” A framework for understanding and prioritizing sustainability actions depends on the right analysis […]
8:00AM-10:00AM, hosted by Deloitte at 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112 Public-private cooperation is needed to break down silos, catalyze resources and join forces to address SDG challenges. Such partnerships are also identifying new business opportunities and innovative solutions. USCIB member companies and government partners will present and discuss examples of public-private sector partnership to advance the SDGs, with […]