The Preparatory Youth Meeting for COP29 is an essential event designed to educate and engage young leaders on global climate policies that shape international and local responses to climate change. With a special focus on three major instruments—the Kyoto Protocol, the Paris Agreement, and the Loss and Damage Fund—this meeting helps participants understand the frameworks that govern climate actions globally and how they can influence local and national policy decisions.
Empower young leaders to actively participate in COP29 discussions and contribute to shaping policies that affect their future.
Equip youth with tools to localize Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), making global agreements like the Paris Agreement actionable in their own communities.
Provide a deep dive into key legal frameworks like the Kyoto Protocol, Paris Agreement, and Loss and Damage Fund.
The Kyoto Protocol was the first international treaty that committed developed countries to legally binding greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets. Adopted at COP3 in 1997, it marked a turning point in climate policy, establishing emission caps for industrialized nations.
Relevance to Nepal: As a developing country, Nepal benefitted from the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM).
The Paris Agreement, adopted at COP21 in 2015, is the most comprehensive international climate agreement, aiming to keep global temperature rise well below 2°C.
Relevance to Nepal: Nepal’s NDCs outline its commitments to reduce emissions and adapt to climate impacts.
Established at COP27, the Loss and Damage Fund acknowledges the irreversible consequences of climate change, providing financial assistance to vulnerable countries.
Relevance to Nepal: Nepal stands to benefit from this fund to cope with climate-induced disasters like glacier melts and landslides.
The Conference of the Parties (COP) is an annual gathering under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Since 1995, COP has brought together nearly every nation to negotiate agreements on addressing the climate crisis. COP29, to be held in Baku, Azerbaijan, will see this preparatory youth meeting in Nepal as a vital step in ensuring that young climate leaders are equipped to engage in the global conversation.
| Objective | Description |
|---|---|
| Amplify Youth Engagement | Foster meaningful youth participation in global climate policy discussions, particularly in the lead-up to COP29. |
| Promote Local Action | Equip young leaders with the knowledge and tools to localize the implementation of the Paris Agreement and NDCs. |
| Address Climate Justice | Highlight the disproportionate impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities and advocate for equitable solutions. |
| Build Awareness | Raise awareness about climate finance mechanisms and the importance of supporting adaptation efforts in developing countries. |
