Scaling North–South Partnerships through High-Integrity NbS, Finance, and Youth Leadership

This side event will explore how high-integrity nature-based solutions (NbS) can simultaneously deliver climate mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and livelihood benefits through stronger North–South partnerships. Building on Canada’s experience with Indigenous-led forest carbon projects, it will bring together experts and youth leaders from Canada, Africa, Asia, Europe, and the UNFCCC Secretariat. The discussion will examine how transparent finance, robust carbon accounting, and inclusive governance can scale NbS responsibly, especially under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. A moderated dialogue featuring opening remarks by a Canadian Minister (pending availability) and panel discussions with international experts will highlight innovation, equity, and youth leadership as foundations of high-integrity NbS and global cooperation toward a resilient, low-carbon future.

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