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      The upcoming COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, will once again draw together world leaders, policymakers, industry innovators, and environmental activists to exchange ideas and formulate strategies to tackle climate change. KPMG will be at the center of the action, monitoring developments and generating regular insights and status updates.

      As we approach this year’s event, please keep an eye on this KPMG COP29 resource center for resources that can help businesses better understand their nature- and climate-related risks and learn about cutting-edge sustainable practices and technologies that can increase environmental efficiency.

      Every business has a part to play in reversing the catastrophic impacts of climate change, and we want to help with this critical endeavor in any way we can.

      KPMG program at COP29


      Accelerating the energy transition is the most critical step in helping to decarbonize the global economy, and as energy demand continues to rise, the transition to clean energy solutions remains a challenge due to cost, policy and technology maturity issues. Events and thought leadership associated with this theme are outlined below:

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      New solutions to achieve the 2030 target of tripling global renewable energy capacity: the role of finance, technology, innovation, and AI (Flagship event)

      Following our COP28 report on the key challenges of scaling renewables, this session will explore several solution areas that will help in meeting this critical climate ambition by 2030.

      Location: Azerbaijan Pavilion, Blue Zone & Turkish, Pavilion, Blue Zone

      CCUS — Building the foundation to a

      net-zero future

      Exploring the future of Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) and its crucial role in achieving net-zero.

      Location: REA/KPMG Pavilion, Blue Zone

      Coal to Renewables Transition Initiative: Supporting the World Economic Forum

      As financial advisor to this WEF project, this session will include a project overview and provide an outline for the financing structures that have been developed to help achieve this global objective.

      Location: REA/KPMG Pavilion, Blue Zone

      Energy Transition Mechanism (ETM) Fund: Enabling the managed phase out of coal power projects

      Featuring panelists from the Asia Development Bank and KPMG, gain insights into the design of an ETM Fund on coal power plant phase out being launched at COP29.

      Location: REA/KPMG Pavilion, Blue Zone

      Green Transformation: Diverging Paths, Common Goals

      Bringing together leaders from Asia, the US, and Europe, this panel discussion will look at various energy transition strategies and the role that climate finance has to play.

      Location: REA/KPMG Pavilion, Blue Zone

      Great expectations: Navigating the future of energy transition investments

      Exploring the dynamic landscape of investments in the energy transition sector.

      ACED Through AI

      Looking at AI’s potential to accelerate clean energy deployment.

      Coal to Renewables Transition Initiatives

      Overview of new financing structures to phase out Coal Fired Power Plants.

      Global ambition to triple renewable energy capacity: where are we 12 months later

      Report tracking progress in renewable energy scaling in a number of key emerging market jurisdictions.

      The acceleration and global impact of climate change necessitates a large-scale response, with an urgent need to fill the growing financing gap for transitioning to a low-carbon economy, enhancing climate resilience, and protecting nature, particularly in emerging markets. Events and thought leadership associated with this theme are outlined below:

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      Beyond finance as usual: transitioning to a sustainable future (Flagship event)

      Explore transition finance opportunities for private capital mobilization for emerging markets, including innovative financing mechanisms, partnership efforts between public, philanthropy and private sectors, as well as the key barriers to this transition.

      Location: Green Zone

      Pulled finance: Pulling innovations into emerging markets at scale

      How can pull finance be leveraged to accelerate climate technology in emerging markets? Hear from a panel who will discuss how pull finance can act as an enabler for ‘pulling’ new climate solutions to market.

      Location: Canadian Pavilion, Blue Zone

      UNDP & KPMG joint dinner on climate finance

      KPMG and UNDP bring together leaders from both the public and private sector to discuss key global challenges on climate finance. This is an invite only event.

      Location      : National History Museum, Baku, Azerbaijan

      UNIDO Project on Clean Energy Technologies

      The Accelerate-to-Demonstrate (A2D) Facility, a collaboration between the UK Government’s Department for Energy Security & Net Zero and UNIDO, aims to accelerate the commercialization of clean energy technologies in developing countries.

      To deliver net zero by 2050, it’s clear that the corporate world should move from setting climate targets and ambitions to implementing a strategy that can help this transition. It is more important than ever to highlight the value opportunity that can arise by implementing a transition plan that creates a more sustainable future for all. Events and thought leadership associated with this theme are outlined below:

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      Climate Transition Plans: Challenges and Solutions

      Join a panel of experts as they look at climate transition plans, including the challenges and opportunities behind developing fit-for-purpose climate transition plans.

      Location: Turkish Pavilion, Blue Zone

      Greenwashing: Are Your Green Claims Robust Enough to Withstand Scrutiny and Avoid Greenwashing Accusations?

      With sustainability and transparency at the forefront of the business landscape, the issue of greenwashing has emerged. During this session, panelists will provide their view on the trends and risks associated with greenwashing and appropriate protective responses.

      Location: Turkish Pavilion, Blue Zone

      Unlocking the Scope 3 Opportunity — Insights from Asia Pacific

      Join this panel discussion to gain insights on the Scope 3 emissions landscape in the Asia Pacific region, with real-life examples of how companies are responding to one of the defining climate challenges of our time.

      Location: REA/KPMG Pavilion, Blue Zone

      Decarbonization Marketplace

      KPMG, Sustainable Energy Association of Singapore (SEAS) and Enterprise Singapore (ESG) will showcase decarbonization platform for matching projects with technology and financing.

      Location: Singapore Pavilion, Blue Zone

      KPMG ESG Reporting Tool Launch

      At COP29, KPMG will launch the KPMG ESG Reporting Tool, which enables companies to track and report their emissions and ESG performance in line with relevant guidelines.

      Location: REA/KPMG Pavilion, Blue Zon

      The state of climate transition in Germany’s industrial sector today

      A holistic view on where the sector stands regarding climate risks and opportunities.

      The Challenge of Greenwashing: An International Overview

      Understanding the reputational and legal risks of greenwashing for corporates and governments.

      Chasing Net Zero: Are ICT Sector Plans on Track?

      A summary of Net Zero trends, risks, and opportunities for ICT companies in EMA.

      From Talk to Action: Paving the way for a circular economy in the consumer goods and retail industry

      Developed through extensive research and analysis, this report dives into six key areas of circularity readiness, offering a comparison of progress and identifying opportunities for improvement.

       

      The global food system is a significant contributor to climate change, accounting for approximately one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions. A transition to sustainable food systems is imperative for mitigating climate change, ensuring food security, and promoting human health. Events associated to this theme are outlined below:

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      Green Plate for all: Decarbonizing our food systems

      Aligning the SDG and Paris Agreement goals, this session will demonstrate the interconnections between climate change, food security, and human well-being, as well as the actions necessary for a more sustainable future.

      Location: REA/KPMG Pavilion, Blue Zone

      Adapting and achieving resilience in today’s climate landscape will require coordinated action at local, national, and international levels, along with substantial investment in infrastructure. Events and thought leadership associated to this theme are outlined below:

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      Innovative technology for resilient infrastructure

      Accompanying the launch of a report in collaboration with ICSI, explore how digitalization and AI are driving infrastructure resilience and sustainability to support climate adaptation.

      Location: Resilience Hub Pavilion, Blue Zone

      Economic approaches for assessing climate change adaptation options under uncertainty

      In collaboration with UNDRR, this panel will explore how capitals accounting and economic valuation can guide adaptation investments, showcasing industry best practices and how this can drive resilient climate responses.

      Location: REA/KPMG Pavilion, Blue Zone

      Roundtable on the economics of adaptation (with a focus on capital based measurement)

      This roundtable will focus on integrating capitals accounting and valuation into adaptation project business case analysis, capital deployment, and investment: building on a dialogue between the same topic to be run at COP16.

      Location: REA/KPMG Pavilion, Blue Zone

      Innovative technology for resilient infrastructure

      In collaboration with ICSI, this report explores the role of digitalization and AI in enhancing the inclusivity, resilience and sustainability of infrastructure.

      Guide for adaptation and resilience finance

      In collaboration with Standard Chartered Bank and UNDRR, KPMG has produced a financing roadmap, designed to galvanize funding ahead of COP29.

      Other KPMG initiatives at COP29

      In addition to the above themes, KPMG will also be focused on the below initiatives that can help in navigating the global climate challenge and how to achieve a just energy transition.

      Explore the KPMG program at COP29

      Learn more on KPMG’s program and commitment to fostering industry collaboration, understanding global issues, and championing initiatives to accelerate the transformation.
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      Global COP29 Program Sponsors

      Mike Hayes
      Climate Change and Decarbonization Leader,
      Global Head of Renewable Energy
      KPMG International

      Climate finance

      Cathy Chen
      Associate Director, Infrastructure
      & Climate Finance, Emerging Markets,
      KPMG in the UK

      John Akuoko
      Head of Sustainable Finance
      KPMG Africa

      Corporate decarbonization

      Simon Weaver
      Global Head of ESG Advisory,
      KPMG International

      Maria Pilar Galan Gavila
      Legal Lead, ESG
      KPMG International

      Nadia Montoto
      Global Decarbonization Co-Lead and
      Associate Director
      KPMG International

       

      Energy transition

      Anish De
      Global Head of Energy, Natural
      Resources and Chemicals
      KPMG International

      Wafa Jafri
      Partner,
      Energy Deal Advisory
      KPMG in the UK

      Adaptation and resilience 

      David Greenall
      Global Managing Director, Climate Risk, Decarbonization, Nature & Adaptation,
      KPMG International

       

      Food and agriculture

      Apurba Mitra
      Lead, Climate Change,
      KPMG in India

      Kazuhiko Saito
      Partner,
      KPMG AZSA Sustainability Co., Ltd.

      Next generation

      Avery Johnstone
      Global Lead, Leaders 2050
      Manager, Global Decarbonization Hub,
      KPMG in the UK

       

      Daisy Shen
      Head of Climate Change and Sustainability, and
      Advisory Head of Energy and Nature Resources
      KPMG in China

       

      Ruba Amarin
      Director, ESG and Clean Energy
      KPMG International Development Assistance Services (IDAS) Institute

       

       

       

       

      Benedikt Herles
      EMEA Head of ESG Insights & Innovation
      Head of Country Practice Africa
      KPMG in Germany

      Roopa Davé
      Partner, National Climate Risk Leader,
      KPMG in Canada

       

       

       

       

      Sharad Somani
      Partner and Head of Infrastructure Advisory,
      ASPAC Head for Infrastructure Sector
      KPMG in Singapore

      Nate Gabig
      Partner, Deal Advisory, ESG Strategy
      and Renewable Energy Finance
      KPMG in the US

       

      Sarah O’Neill
      Global Decarbonization Co-Lead
      and Associate Director,
      KPMG International
       

       

      Nelmara Arbex
      Lead ESG Partner,
      KPMG in Brazil and South America