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Session Description
This panel discussion will explore the critical role of mass transit systems and the transition to zero-emission transport solutions, drawing on perspectives and case studies from developing countries, across multiple regions. Through a keynote presentation and dynamic discussion with guest panellists, representing government, the private sector, civil society, finance, and multilateral organisations ,the session will address two key elements of the COP Presidential agenda: transitioning away from fossil fuels in transport, and building resilient urban development, mobility, and infrastructure. The discussion will highlight actionable strategies and real-world examples from diverse geographical and institutional contexts, demonstrating how systemic decarbonisation in urban mobility can be achieved globally.
Speakers
- Hala Omar, Dar Sustainability Manager, Ph.D.
- Gabriel Feriancic, TYLin Country Manager Brazil, PhD in Transport Engineering (USP)
- H.E. Sultan B. Najamudin, Chairman of the House of Regional Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia (DPD RI)
- Marcel Martin, General Manager Brazil for ICCT
- Ricardo Assumpção, Partner @ EY | Chief Sustainability Officer, Sustainability Leader LATAM
- Gabriela Elizondo Azuela, Practice Manager of World Bank’s ESMAP
- Luciane Ferreira Monteiro Machado, Deputy Managing Director, Project Preparation
- Luke Upchurch, Managing Director of Communications for C40 Cities
Agenda
| Item | Presenters | Timing |
1. Opening remarks | Dr. Hala Omar, Sustainability Manager, Dar | 3 mins |
2. Presentation
| Gabriel Feriancic, Country Manager-Brazil, TYLin | 10 mins |
| 3. Keynote Speech | H.E. Sultan B. Najamudin, Chairman of the House of Regional Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia (DPD RI) | 5-10 mins |
| 4. Panel Discussion | Ricardo Assumpção, Partner, Chief Sustainability Officer, Sustainability Leader LATAM, EY Gabriela Elizondo Azuela, Practice Manager, ESMAP, World Bank Luciane Ferreira Monteiro Machado, Deputy Managing Director, Project Preparation Luke Upchurch, Managing Director of Communications, C40 Cities | 30 mins |
| 5. Interactive Q&A |
| 5 mins |
| 6. Closing remarks |
| 1 min |
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