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Building from the Bottom Up: A conversation with subnational leaders on step change for the climate through multilevel action
| 14:00 - 15:00 Azerbaijan Time (UTC +4)
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UNFCCC Global Climate Action Zone (Blue Zone) Nasimi Room

Session Description:

Join us on November 13 as the Zero Emissions and Resilient Buildings (ZERB) Accelerator launches, a game-changer for sustainable urban growth. This initiative will empower cities, states, and regions to advance low-emission, resilient building solutions globally.

Agenda Overview:

14:00 - 14:05 | Opening Remarks and Scene Setting
Speaker: Helen Clarkson, CEO, Climate Group

14:05 - 14:10 | ZERB Accelerator Overview
Announcing ZERB Accelerator’s goals, initial participating jurisdictions, partner organizations, and call for additional expressions of interest.

14:10 - 14:50 | Panel Discussion: Ambitious Subnational Jurisdictions Driving Change
Panelists:

  • Governor Jay Inslee, Washington State, U.S.
  • Secretary of Environment Serena McIlwain, Maryland, U.S.
  • Mayor Maimunah Sharif, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
    Panel Discussion: 40 minutes

14:50 - 15:00 | Closing Remarks
Takeaways and next steps.

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