Tag: Under2 Coalition

Future Fund Impact Report 2024

Stuart Mitchell

Established in 2017, the Future Fund is a unique Under2 Coalition project that was developed not only for its governments but also by its governments. It relies on annual contributions to facilitate climate action in developing and emerging economies by offering direct funding for capacity-building projects, knowledge sharing and access to global climate events in regional languages. To date, the fund has supported 17 projects, 25 secondments, and 57 travel opportunities for subnational leaders to actively participate on the global stage, including the UN Climate Change Conferences (COPs) and Climate…

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Under2 Coalition announces three new Future Fund projects

Stuart Mitchell

Climate Group has selected three powerful local projects in Brazil, Mexico and Indonesia to support under the Future Fund project this year. In a highly competitive field, these projects stood out for their long term impact and scalability – potentially helping governments across the network to learn from their example and increase their ambition. The three successful projects will take place in: Acre, Brazil: Analytical diagnosis of the impact of floods on the socially vulnerable population of the State of Acre through an online platform. Data acquisition/survey to create a visualization…

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Under2 Coalition and Regions4 join forces to catalyse regional climate change action

Stuart Mitchell

The Under2 Coalition and Regions4 Network, representing over 200 ambitious states and regions around the world, have signed a new agreement to improve communications and advocacy for subnational governments. Following the announcement of the first-ever formal Local Climate Ambition Summit at COP28, this most recent agreement between the two long-time partners strengthens leadership of states and regions in stepping up on climate action. It sheds a light on the fact that many subnational governments are struggling to cope with climate impacts now and need to share solutions to cut emissions…

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Under2 Coalition Net Zero Progress Report 2022

Stuart Mitchell

The results of the first analysis of data submitted in 2021 to the Under2 Ambition Tracker have been released, highlighting the collective commitments and actions of 62 state and regional governments, including 52 members of the Under2 Coalition. Download the report below to read more. This report demonstrates momentum among states and regions worldwide, with clear progress on net zero emissions goals and legislation. As ever it also highlights where action is urgently needed to reduce future, damaging temperature rises. Today’s findings indicate that: The number of states and regions…

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Punjab joins Under2 Coalition to adopt sustainable development pathways

Stuart Mitchell

Punjab has recently joined the Under2 Coalition, becoming the sixth Indian state to be a part of this international network of states and regions committed to aligning their climate action plan with the Paris Agreement.  Punjab, popularly referred to as the ‘food bowl of India,’ provides around 40% of India’s surplus food stocks. However, climate change poses grave threats to the overall agricultural production of Punjab. Experts suggest that a 1°C rise could reduce crop production by around 3% to 7%. These projections will only increase if global temperatures climb by…

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