Global Mangrove Alliance at UNFCCC COP29
November 11 - 22, 2024
Baku, Azerbaijan
The annual UN climate summit, COP29, dubbed the “Finance COP”, has kicked off in Baku, Azerbaijan. The Global Mangrove Alliance (GMA) is excited to host and co-lead several key events focused on advancing the Mangrove Breakthrough and promoting nature-based solutions for climate resilience.
Mangroves are one of the world’s most threatened ecosystems, losing over 1 million hectares since 1996. As nations strive to reverse deforestation by 2030, safeguarding mangroves is vital. Despite their critical benefits, mangroves receive only 1% of climate finance. The Mangrove Breakthrough advocates for increased investment to restore and protect these ecosystems.
Launched at UNFCCC COP27 by the UN High Level Champions and the GMA, The Mangrove Breakthrough is a multi-stakeholder initiative to mobilize USD 4 billion and protect 15 million hectares of mangroves by 2030. Meeting the Mangrove Breakthrough collective goals is critical to meeting both the goals set forth in the Paris Agreement and Global Biodiversity Framework, as mangroves are our main allies to mitigate climate change, protect biodiversity, and support livelihoods.
2024 has been a pivotal year to further design and mobilize the initiative. Thus far 30 governments (both sub-national and national) and more than 50 non-state actors, civil society, and private sector leaders endorsed the Mangrove Breakthrough, committing to collectively achieve the Mangrove Breakthroughs ambitious goals. By uniting policy, finance, and field action, the Mangrove Breakthrough is bridging the gaps between sectors, catalyzing transformative, science-based mangrove conservation and restoration at scale, building on the best available science, best practices, and lessons learned. At COP29 the Global Mangrove Alliance is encouraging more governments and non-state actors to endorse the Mangrove Breakthrough and mobilising finance for mangrove action at scale.
Mangrove Breakthrough events schedule for UNFCCC COP29
18:00-19:30 AZT: Turning the Tide: Translating Ocean-Climate Ambition into Action
Organisers: UK Government, Nature4Climate, Mangrove Breakthrough
Location: UK Pavilion
Co-led by the Mangrove Breakthrough NDC Task Force, this event explores the alignment of ocean and climate ambitions within NDCs.
11:00 – 12:30 (AZT): Ocean Breakthroughs: Towards Resilient Economies and Societies
Location: Nasimi, Zone B
An MP-GCA Ocean Action event focusing on how ocean-based solutions drive resilient economic models.
12:30 – 13:30 (AZT): Mangrove in NDC’s: Scaling up Implementation for People, Climate, and Nature
Location: NDC Partnership Pavilion
In partnership with FAO and Pew Charitable Trusts, this session focuses on embedding mangrove conservation into NDCs for broader climate impact.
14:00 – 15:00 (AZT): Achieving the Mangrove Breakthrough: Global Action on Mangrove Restoration and Protection
Location: UAE Pavilion
Co-led by the Mangrove Breakthrough initiative, this event addresses global commitments to mangrove restoration.
15:30 – 17:00 (AZT): Ocean Breakthroughs for 1.5°C: Scaling Ambitions in NDCs
Location: Mughman, Zone B
Part of the MP-GCA Oceans & Coastal Zone Implementation Lab, this session discusses pathways to meet climate targets through ocean-based solutions.
For more details on these events and our initiatives, please refer to UNFCCC COP29 Events and join us to support mangrove conservation on a global scale.
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