Subnational governments facing headwinds in the Americas and pursuing climate transition

COP30 should mark a critical moment in the implementation of the Paris Agreement, but to date, ambitions appear uneven, with some governments in the Americas even backtracking. In this context, subnational governments across the continent have become key drivers of progress toward achieving the goals and ambitions of the Paris Agreement. This discussion will address the political and economic challenges facing subnational governments in the Americas. It will explore how they are addressing these challenges while developing innovative solutions to transition their economies away from fossil fuels and accelerating cooperation efforts to ensure a just and equitable transition.

Moderator

Nehmat KaurDirectorThe Climate Group/Under 2 Coalition

Panelist

Jean Lemire Special Envoy Climate and Nordic and Arctic Issues Québec Government

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Paola Bauche PetersenSecretary for Environment and Territorial DevelopmentGovernment of Jalisco

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Victoria Flores Minister for the Environment and Circular Economy Government of Cordoba

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Anne HammilAssociate Vice-President for ResilienceInternational Institute for Sustainable Development

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