COP28 president urges global participation in global cooling pledge ahead of climate conference
New Delhi: In a significant push towards climate action, COP28 president Sultan Ahmed Al-Jaber has called uponl countries to unite and join the Global Cooling Pledge ahead of the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28). Speaking on the sidelines of the 14th clean energy ministerial and the G20 energy transitions ministerial meeting, Al Jaber emphasized the critical importance of sustainable cooling solutions to address climate challenges and protect vulnerable communities.
The Global Cooling Pledge, a collaborative effort between the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) and the COP28 presidency, was announced earlier this year with the goal of expanding cooling access to safeguard communities, especially in regions most susceptible to extreme heat, such as small island states, least developed countries, and the global south. Additionally, the initiative seeks to ensure the preservation of essential goods like food and vaccines.
During his address, Al Jaber expressed his appreciation to Denmark’s minister, Dan Jergensen, and India’s minister of science and technology Jitendra Singh, for their commitment as Cool Champions in support of the pledge. He called on countries worldwide to actively participate in the pledge, underscoring the significance of collective efforts in addressing climate challenges.
Collaborating closely with the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the Sustainable Energy for All (SEforAll), the Global Cooling Pledge advocates for sustainable cooling measures across five key areas: nature-based solutions, super-efficient appliances, cold chains for preserving food and vaccines, district cooling, and National Cooling Action Plans. These measures are aimed at driving positive change in
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