Climate Asia

🎙️Conversations of Change Series: New Episode Out Now! 🎙️ In our latest episode, Swati Mandloi from WWF-UK delves into the pivotal role of civil societies in shaping global environmental agreements. In this video, she highlights: 🌱 How the Paris Agreement emphasizes inclusivity, empowering diverse groups, including indigenous communities, in natural capital and carbon markets. 🌱 The crucial contributions of civil societies in highlighting concerns, presenting evidence, and fostering societal support for effective climate action. We also explore essential topics like waste management, the need for a shift from a linear to a sustainable economy, and the importance of redesigning products to reduce waste. 🎧 Don’t miss this insightful conversation and deepen your understanding of impactful climate action. Watch the full episode now: -YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gXBHe3qD  -Spotify:https://lnkd.in/gT6X88w6 #SustainableFuture #ClimateAction #ParisAgreement #CivilSociety #EnvironmentalLeadership

🌿Workshop Highlights: Empowering Women in Climate Action: Building Green Skills and Leadership 🌿 💡Did you know that the demand for green skills is rapidly outpacing supply? According to the LinkedIn Green Skills Report 2023, 7 in 8 workers lack even a single green skill, which is crucial for our planet's future. Meanwhile, climate change continues to disproportionately affect the most vulnerable, reducing productivity and destroying jobs (ILO, 2019). In response to these pressing issues, Koushik Yanamandram (Climate Asia) and Kavya Ailawadi (Arthan) led an interactive workshop on the second day of the EquiLead Conference at IIC, New Delhi. With around 30 participants, mostly women, the workshop offered valuable insights into navigating the climate career landscape. 🌱The session explored various types of green jobs and the essential skills needed for these roles. It also examined how climate intersects with factors such as governance, education, business, finance, and healthcare, included case studies, and provided resources to help attendees map out their own climate careers.  🌱The key takeaway was that climate careers extend beyond tech and carbon roles. They encompass diverse fields like justice, communications, poverty, and healthcare, evolving with our deeper understanding of climate change and its effects on the planet and humanity. 👉If you're looking to step into the climate field, visit Climate Asia's website (https://lnkd.in/d4DY62FX) for exciting opportunities: jobs, funding, events, and more! #ClimateAction #GreenSkills #WomenInLeadership #SustainableFuture #ClimateCareers 

In a recent article by the United Nations, Secretary-General António Guterres states that crippling heat is everywhere, with billions wilting under severe heatwaves driven by a fossil-fuel charged, human-induced climate crisis. According to the UN, over 70% of the global workforce—2.4 billion people—are now at high risk. The most vulnerable communities are hit hardest. In response to the rapid rise in the scale, intensity, frequency, and duration of extreme heat, UN Secretary-General António Guterres on 25 July 2024 called for an urgent and concerted effort to enhance international cooperation to address extreme heat in four critical areas: ☘ Using evidence-based policies, community actions, and enhancing social protection schemes to address extreme heat risks. ☘Strengthening heat early warning systems and ensuring timely alerts for at-risk populations. ☘Investing in low-carbon cooling: passive cooling, energy-efficient buildings, and phasing out climate-warming gases. ☘Strengthening health systems and implementing public education campaigns about extreme heat risks and self-protection. ☘Expanding financing mechanisms for early heatwave response and improving reporting of heat-related health impacts. ☘Investing in early, locally-led humanitarian responses to severe heatwaves. For detailed information, read here: https://lnkd.in/dKXUXEka #ExtremeHeat #VulnerableCommunities #ClimateAction #SustainableCooling 

🌱 Budget 2024-2025 highlights 🌱 In this year's budget, the government has focused on nine priority areas to drive India’s growth and resilience. These initiatives aim to strengthen agriculture, enhance energy security, improve employment and skilling, advance human resource development and social justice, promote manufacturing and services, invest in infrastructure, drive innovation and research, transform urban development, and support next-generation reforms. Here are a few highlights from the Budget: 🍃Productivity and resilience in Agriculture: Launching 109 high-yielding, climate-resilient varieties of 32 field and horticulture crops and introducing 1 crore farmers to natural farming with certification.  The National Cooperation Policy aims to systematically develop the cooperative sector, boost rural economies, and create employment opportunities, with an allocation of INR 1.52 lakh crore for agriculture and allied sectors this year. 🍃Inclusive Human Resource Development and Social Justice: The budget allocates over INR 3 lakh crore for schemes benefiting women and girls, demonstrating the government's commitment to enhancing their role in economic development. 🍃Energy Security:  The government is advancing energy security through two key schemes: the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, which provides free electricity up to 300 units for 1 crore households via rooftop solar plants, and the Roadmap for 'Hard to Abate' Industries, which transitions industries from 'energy efficiency' to 'emission targets' with new regulations, supported by investment-grade energy audits and financial aid for cleaner energy in 60 clusters, expanding to 100 more. 🍃Infrastructure: Addressing frequent floods in Bihar, including those originating outside the country, by providing INR 11,500 crore for critical projects. This includes the Kosi-Mechi intra-state link and 20 additional schemes for barrages, river pollution abatement, and irrigation, supported through the Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme and other funding sources. 🍃Next Generation Reforms: Developing a taxonomy for climate finance to enhance the availability of capital for climate adaptation and mitigation. This will support the achievement of the country’s climate commitments and facilitate a green transition. To read the full budget speech, click here: https://lnkd.in/e_YQpd8c 💡The Foundation for Responsive Governance (ResGov) has a comprehensive report analyzing trends over the past decade and highlighting government allocations towards various areas within the social sector. -GoI is estimated to spend ₹48,20,512 crore in 2024-25 Budget Estimates (BEs), 9% higher than FY 23-24 PAs. -Social sector expenditures account for 19% of total expenditure in FY 24-25 BEs. You can view the report here: https://lnkd.in/gxMMSHyC #UnionBudget2024 #EconomicInsights #SocialSector #ClimateAction

Climate Asia in collaboration with EquiLead hosted another successful roundtable discussion on Wednesday focusing on “Accelerating Women’s Leadership in Climate Action,” at the India International Centre, Delhi. This marks the third instalment of our collaborative closed-door roundtable series bringing together diverse players in the climate ecosystem. Some key takeaways from the discussion include: 💡Integrating Gender Perspectives: Highlighted the importance of incorporating a gender lens in climate initiatives to effectively scale efforts and prioritize women in climate action. 💡Challenges in Agriculture: Addressed the need for programs specifically tailored to women in agriculture. Key issues discussed included limited access to finance and the complexities of mixed-gender settings. The potential for women-only Farmer Produce Organizations (FPOs) was also explored. 💡Technology and Gender Equity: Emphasized the intersection of technology and climate action. Discussions focused on leveraging digital solutions to address gender disparities and improve climate resilience. In breakout sessions, participants were divided into two groups: Thinkers and Solutioners. Moderators for the session: Satyam Vyas, Anchal Kakkar, Aiswarya Ananthapadmanabhan 💡Thinkers Group: Concentrated on ensuring a fair transition by integrating gender considerations directly into climate action. They underscored the necessity of comprehensive strategies, utilizing technology and AI to analyze gender disparities and enhance efficiency. 💡Solutioners Group: Stressed that effective policies must be based on real experiences and community voices, not just expert opinions. This approach ensures policies are both impactful and scalable. We have been hosting these engaging roundtables in various cities, and the next one might be coming to yours! Stay tuned for updates. We heartily thank our participants for joining us and sharing their valuable insights: Samar Verma (Strategy Consultant), Nidhi Bhasin (nasscom foundation ), Jarnail Singh (MacArthur Foundation), Sukhmani Sethi (Philanthropy Professional), Rubeca Adlakha (American Tower), Rohan Batra (Marks and Spencer Reliance India Private Limited), Jitendra Routray (ReNew), Nishant Gupta (Flipkart Group, Walmart Foundation), Divya Sharma (Climate Group), Nandita Pradhan (Martha Farrell Foundation), Adwait Joshi (WILLIAM J. CLINTON FOUNDATION), Arunabha Bhattacharya ( He/ Him/ His) (Practical Action), and Mansharan Seth (WILLIAM J. CLINTON FOUNDATION). Your contributions made this discussion truly enriching. #ClimateAction #Collaboration #RoundtableSeries #WomenLeadership

We are excited to share that Pacta’s workshop #LearningSpaceExperience on Tax, FCRA, and Legal Matters for NPOs will be held at the Bangalore International Centre on August 9–10, 2024. For more details and to register, visit: https://lnkd.in/dX_sSekG Don’t miss out- registration closes on July 25, 2024, and seats are limited! #LearningEvent  #NGO #Workshop Anogh Roy Acharya 

Some of the highlights from Day 1 of the ‘Lead with Equity’ Conference: 💡The EquiLead platform was discussed, offering enhanced job opportunities for diverse candidates through AI tools. 💡Kanta Singh from UN Women delivered a powerful keynote on the importance of women’s leadership. 💡The first panel, moderated by Meghana Rao, explored Gender Lens Investing with insights from Aakanksha Gulati, Archna Vyas, and Seema Bhatia - Panthaki. 💡Julia Middleton shared profound thoughts on the essence of leading. 💡The final panel discussed the need for board diversification, featuring Yamini Atmavilas, Priyanka Gupta, Poonam Muttreja, and Aparajita Bharti. 💡Barsha Banerjee highlighted the impactful work of Perkins School for the Blind with children and youth with disabilities. Stay tuned for Day 2 highlights, featuring a series of engaging and insightful workshops! #LeadWithEquity #EquiLeadAnnualConference2024 #WomensLeadership

📢Exciting Opportunity! Are you passionate about tackling climate change? The International Centre for Climate Change and Development (ICCCAD) and the IFSD - Institute for Study and Development Worldwide are offering a grant for a Master's in Climate Change, with a focus on research in Loss and Damage (L&D). Apply by 31st July 2024: https://lnkd.in/ghSeDnXd Grant size: Around 2000 GBP For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/gdWtmE4u #ClimateChange #ClimateAction #Scholarship #GlobalSouth #SustainableDevelopment

📢 Only 4 days left! Join EquiLead on July 23rd and 24th for their Annual Conference, "Lead With Equity 2024," in New Delhi. Theme: Building Pathways Towards Women’s Leadership Register Here - https://lnkd.in/g-f6Pn_k  Lead With Equity 2024 offers a unique platform for: ➡ In-depth discussions and workshops ➡ Valuable networking opportunities ➡ Insights from successful women leaders #LeadWithEquity #EquiLeadConference2024 #WomensLeadership

Waste pollution is a systemic transformation issue, and that requires changing the way we consume. And that is a slower progress that's happening in the waste management space, as highlighted by Swati Mandloi. During our latest 'Conversations of Change' episode, Swati Mandloi from WWF-UK in conversation with Purnima Tandon, emphasized the critical role of waste management in our increasingly populated and resource-intensive world. Catch a glimpse of our conversation where we delve into: ♻️Shift from linear economy: Moving away from the traditional model of production and consumption due to the challenges posed by a global population exceeding 8 billion and resource consumption. ♻️Two-fold focus: Addressing both the reuse of waste products and minimizing waste pollution. ♻️Need for systemic change: Emphasizing the necessity to redesign products and systems to prevent waste generation. ♻️ Addressing challenges: Recognizing the slow but significant progress towards changing consumption patterns and achieving sustainable waste management. Stay tuned for the full episode next week! 🌱 #WasteManagement #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #ClimateAction