Accurate and comprehensive greenhouse gas and atmospheric measurement and monitoring is critical to evaluate mitigation strategies and progress towards climate goals. The U.S. National Strategy to Advance Greenhouse Gas Measurement, Monitoring and Information Services (GHGMMIS) highlights the value of government partnerships with the private sector and international organizations to enhance greenhouse gas measurement and monitoring in the United States and globally. This panel discussion including speakers from WMO, NOAA and Maersk will showcase how these partnerships can help achieve climate mitigation goals via resource mobilization and capacity building to enhance GHG and atmospheric monitoring. 

This session offers a unique platform to discuss the importance of youth engagement in climate intervention research, by bringing together experts, scientists, and young leaders to exchange knowledge and insights on climate intervention research and their global implications, with an aim to empower the youth to critically engage with the topic. We inspire to catalyze action from the youth participants to engage with the topic in an informed manner, encourage cross-sectoral collaboration, and empower the youth to advocate for immediate climate action.

Speakers:

• Joshua Amponsem, Founder, Green Africa Youth Organization

• Ricardo Pineda, Director, Sustenta Honduras 

• Ellen Haaslathi, Director of Communications, Operaatio Arktis

• Neeshad Shafi, Founder, Arab Youth Climate Movement Qatar

• Lydia Dai, Biodiversity Lead, Swiss Youth for Climate

• Irfan Ullah, Founder, Sustainability Week Pakistan

• Justus Lehtisaari, Director of International Cooperation, Operaatio Arktis

Thu, Nov 14, 2024 | 1:15 PM –– 2:45 PM (GMT+4) | Side Event Room 2, Blue Zone

UNFCCC Official Side Event: Intergenerational Briefing Event: Perspectives on SRM Science, Policy, and Equity

As the global community grapples with escalating climate impacts, the urgent need for innovative approaches like Solar Radiation Modification (SRM) has emerged. SRM, a growing research and policy focus, presents complex challenges involving scientific, policy, and equity considerations that necessitate inclusive dialogue. Organized by Green Africa Youth Organization and SilverLining, this intergenerational briefing aims to convene diverse stakeholders to share developments and perspectives on SRM, fostering a conversation where all voices are heard in shaping its research and potential implementation. Learn more.

Speakers:

• Queen Freda Nyaaba of Sirigu, Ghana

• Nana Ama Browne Klutse, Vice Chair, IPCC WG 1; Senior Lecturer, University of Ghana, Legon

• Zinta Zommers, Vice-Chair, Working Group II; Lead for Climate Science, UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs

• Joshua Amponsem, Co-director, Youth Climate Justice Fund

• Joshua Prentice, SRM Youth Watch

• Rituraj Phukan, Founder, Indigenous People’s Climate Justice Forum