COP28 Events

Friday 01 December, 12:00 - 13:15 GST, Brazilian Pavilion

The vital role of collaboration between civil society, states, and municipalities in implementing the Brazilian NDC

Saturday, 02 December, 14.00 - 15:30 GST, German Pavilion (in person)

Win-Win for everyone: How a faster rollout of renewable energy across the globe is just good business

The race to net-zero is no longer just a question of climate action, it's also a matter of competitiveness and prosperity. As such, many businesses have set themselves clean energy targets as part of their strategy to get to net-zero. Based on self-reported data, we showcase businesses, also from energy intensive industries, that have set themselves ambitious targets which will see their share in green energy consumption/generation increase significantly in the coming years. This event is in partnership with Stiftung KlimaWirtschaft.

Saturday 02 December, 15:00 - 16:15 GST, Brazilian Pavilion

How to scale environmental action? Multilevel governance in the Brazilian climate agenda

The fight against deforestation, the transition to low environmental impact supply chains and the development of large-scale socio-environmental projects are fundamental objectives for Brazil to fulfill its international commitments. This panel aims to address governance mechanisms shared between different actors that are being mobilized, in different initiatives, to scale climate action in the country. The role that Brazil plays in international cooperation and how these governance initiatives pave the way for a successful presidency at COP30 will also be presented.

Sunday, 03 December, 10:00 - 11:00 GST, Business Pavilion (Auditorium)

Advancing corporate disclosure for climate action: CDP and ISSB

This event will showcase the global collaboration between CDP and the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), supporting the adoption of the ISSB Climate standard (IFRS S2) to alleviate the reporting burden for companies. We will deep dive into plans to enhance collaboration at a regional level and explore the role of climate-related financial disclosures in enhancing accountability to drive climate action.

Sunday, 03 December, 18:30 - 20:00 GST, SE Room 8

UNFCC Side Event: The Global Stocktake and Climate Accountability: Unlocking Finance and Action

Transparency and accountability, from the mobilization of climate finance to projects, are essential in making interventions effective and benefiting people and planet. The Global Stocktake can help realign financial flows and build clear roadmaps and this event underlines stakeholders’ proposals to increase integrity. This event is in partnership with Transparency International and Carbon Tracker.

Monday, 04 December, 18:00 - 20:30 GST, BCG Dubai Office - The Offices 3 at One Central Dubai

Building a Green Industrial Economy

As sustainability becomes a pivotal aspect of industry leadership, a green industrial economy is the foundation for our transition. BCG and CDP are pleased to invite for you to join us for an evening of purposeful dialogue and rich engagement. Throughout the evening, we'll engage in discussion and insights on what data tells us about heavy emitters and their role for the green economy as well as a Q&A with top industry experts from CDP, Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) and BCG across three main pillars: Transparency, Cross Industry Collaboration, Action. Register your interest now.

Tuesday, 05 December, 09:30 - 10:45, WHO Pavilion (hybrid)

Harnessing the health co-benefits of climate action

This event, co-hosted by partners from academia, policy and practice, will facilitate discussion on the health co-benefits of climate action, to inform and inspire ambitious commitments and action at COP28 and beyond. The session will include a presentation of key findings and recommendations from the Lancet Pathfinder Commission report due to be published ahead of COP28, and announce the launch of a new Coalition on Climate Action for Health.

Tuesday 05 December, 15:00 - 16:30, SE Room 2

Investor Agenda Side Event: Accelerating and Scaling Up Investor Climate Action to Achieve the Paris Agreement’s Goals

To achieve the Paris Agreement’s goals, investors are setting net zero targets, laying out Investor Climate Action Plans (ICAPs), and engaging with companies and governments. This event focuses on the policies and frameworks needed for investors to drive a just transition to a net zero economy.

Wednesday, 06 December, 11:30 - 13:00 GST, Global Climate Action Zone - Action Arena 2

Implementation and Accountability Dialogue

As set out in the Global Stocktake technical report, there is an urgent need to scale up a "rigorous, all-of-society approach" to achieve the necessary action. It is important to understand how voluntary collaborative initiatives can drive the ambition and implementation needed to close the gap - an increasing focus in international climate policy and multilateral fora. This event will facilitate an open dialogue featuring various climate action initiatives and non-state actors, to present efforts, successes and challenges and to answer questions from peers, youth and civil society.

Monday 11 December, 10:00 - 12:00 GST, Water Pavilion

Opportunities for engaging mainstream finance on water security

Water adaptation measures, including infrastructure and resource management improvements, are prioritized in 87% of national climate action plans but lack readiness for bankable investments and implementation. The Global Stocktake's first synthesis report highlights insufficient progress on adaptation to protect against severe climate impacts, demanding significant increases in adaptation finance. The "Transforming Climate Finance Day" seeks to unite various stakeholders to discuss investment opportunities, innovative financing sources, and showcase successful solutions for enhancing funds for water climate resilience.

Monday 11 December, 11:30 - 12:30 GST, Business Pavilion

Harnessing the power of supply chain decarbonization through data, technology, and finance

Where to start? This is the question many companies have when they want to address the environmental impact of their supply chain. A more streamlined, pragmatic approach for corporates to access the tools required to begin engaging their supply chain on decarbonization is needed. This event will showcase innovative solutions that CDP is working on alongside key partners to help companies collate and manage their data, identify hotspots in their emissions, understand what their peers are doing to decarbonize effectively, and find ways to access the finance needed to fund the transition to a sustainable net zero economy.

Wednesday 10 January, 15:00 GMT/10:00 ET

COP28 Debrief

CDP will be joined by experts to reflect on the outcomes of COP28, its implications for business and the actions that need to be taken now if we are to achieve a net-zero, nature-positive future.

Monday, 04 December - Tuesday, 05 December

Sustainable Innovation Forum 2023, Madinat Jumeirah Conference Centre in Dubai

CDP is pleased to partner with Climate Action for the Sustainable Innovation Forum 2023, returning for its 15th annual edition during COP8 on the 4- 5 December. Bringing together 1,000 global sustainability leaders the Forum will promote transformative innovation and tangible climate action to help us go further, faster together. CDP is delighted to have 10 complimentary passes. Once these passes are sold out, use code CDP50 for a 50% discount.

Sunday 07 - Monday 08 December

World Climate Summit, Conrad Hotel Dubai

CDP is a partner of the World Climate Summit. Hosted by World Climate Foundation for 14 years, the Summit is the leading C-level business and investment forum alongside the annual international climate negotiations. We are thrilled to take part in the platform accelerating climate action across sectors.