Bloomberg Green at COP28

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The planet is heating faster than our efforts to counteract climate change are taking effect. Advanced technologies are being leveraged to bolster the response, and innovative green applications continue to emerge. As the planet faces unprecedented catastrophes due to extreme weather events, how can AI contribute to sustainable solutions?

This roundtable will convene global leaders from the public and private sectors for a candid discussion on the potential of AI to help reach net-zero goals. We’ll discuss the opportunities and obstacles of implementing this ever-evolving technology, and where it can have the most impact.

10:15 AM UAE – Opening Remarks

• Meg Szabo, Head, Bloomberg Green & Sustainability Events

10:25 AM UAE –  Climate Finance In Focus: JETPs

As debate continues around wealthy countries financially supporting developing nations in the climate fight, just energy transition partnerships are emerging as an increasingly viable collaborative solution. We’ll hear from key players spearheading this nascent financing mechanism to phase out fossil fuels in emerging economies.

• Shemara Wikramanayake, Managing Director & CEO, Macquarie Group
• Bill Winters, Group Chief Executive, Standard Chartered PLC
• Moderator: Francine Lacqua, Editor-at-Large, Bloomberg Television

10:50 AM UAE –  Advancing Asia’s Energy Transition

How can a high-emitting region heavily impacted by climate change balance financial and energy security concerns in its transition to a lower-carbon economy? We’ll hear from renewable energy leaders on the opportunities and challenges in Asia’s quest for a net-zero future.

• Lei Zhang, Founder & CEO, Envision
• Moderator: Sharon Chen, Managing Editor, Bloomberg Green

11:10 AM UAE – Indiana Economic Development Corporation Sponsor Spotlight: Manufacturing the Green Economy

• Andrea Richter-Garry, Senior Vice President, Global Strategy & Engagement, IEDC
• Moderator: Amit Nayak, Managing Director, Middle East & Africa, Bloomberg Media

11:20 AM UAE – Decoding Carbon Capture 

Is carbon capture a game changer in the climate fight or ripe for creating a false sense of security? The session will begin with a firestarter presentation from Akshat Rathi on the current carbon capture landscape. Then, we’ll hear from experts on direct air and carbon capture on these fast-growing yet controversial technologies.

• Neil R. Brown, Managing Director, KKR Global Institute & KKR Infrastructure
• Brad Crabtree, Assistant Secretary for Fossil Energy & Carbon Management, US Department of Energy
• Bilha Ndirangu, CEO, Great Carbon Valley
• Moderator: Akshat Rathi, Senior Reporter, Bloomberg Green

11:55 AM UAE – First Abu Dhabi Bank Sponsor Spotlight

• Sameh Al Qubaisi, Group Head of Global Markets, First Abu Dhabi Bank
• Moderator: Anne Kawalerski, Chief Client Officer, Bloomberg Media

12:05 PM UAE – BNEF Talk: Time to Get Moving

BloombergNEF’s CEO Jon Moore shares the path forward for global decarbonization.

• Jon Moore, CEO, BloombergNEF

12:15 PM UAE – Changemaker Conversation: The Role of Philanthropy in Climate Action

HRH Princess Lamia Bint Majed Saud AlSaud discusses the role of philanthropy in climate action and unlocking the power of women to drive change.

• HRH Princess Lamia Bint Majed Saud AlSaud, Secretary General & Member of the Board of Trustees, Alwaleed Philanthropies
• Moderator: Francine Lacqua, Editor-at-Large, Bloomberg Television

12:35 PM UAE – Morning Mainstage Concludes

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The tangible impact of renewable energy – and its growing potential – is a core pillar of the COP28 talks in Dubai. As governments take stock of the progress made and identify gaps, expanding clean power will undoubtedly remain a vital strategy in the fight against climate change.

Boosted by policy momentum, energy security concerns and the urgency of environmental goals, renewable capacity is on track to surge over the next decade. But this shift is not without its nuances. How can an effective roadmap be formulated with input from state institutions, business and finance? What are the risks of a multi-speed transition between developed and developing economies?

Join us for a lunch briefing exploring the global renewable energy market, and the drivers behind innovation and action. Public and private sector leaders will share their approaches to making renewables accessible, scalable and resilient at this pivotal moment in the decarbonization journey.

12:45 PM UAE – Opening Remarks

• Abeer Abu Omar, Middle East Economic & Government Affairs Reporter, Bloomberg
• Raed Albasseet, Group Chief Environment & Sustainability Officer, Red Sea Global
  

12:50 PM UAE – Encouraging Energy Governance

Dr. Nasser Saidi discusses what role governments can play in accelerating the adoption of renewable energy sources that will benefit its citizens, businesses and the planet.

• Dr. Nasser Saidi, Chairman, MENA Clean Energy Business Council
• Moderator: Abeer Abu Omar, Middle East Economic & Government Affairs Reporter, Bloomberg

1:05 PM UAE – Reshaping the Clean Power Landscape

Rapid advancements in technology have brought a range of solutions to market at increasingly competitive prices. There are now many viable alternatives, helping match green ambitions with actions. Developers and investors discuss the opportunities and challenges of securing and implementing renewable energy projects.

• Rehan Baig, Chief Corporate Affairs, Strategy & Sustainability, ACWA Power
• Jeremy Crane, CEO, Yellow Door Energy
• Nicole Iseppi, Managing Director of Global Energy Innovation, Bezos Earth Fund
• Moderator: Abeer Abu Omar, Middle East Economic & Government Affairs Reporter, Bloomberg

1:30 PM UAE – Closing Remarks / Breakout Concludes

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The private sector has an undoubtedly important role to play in climate action. As climate and sustainability efforts mature as critical functions of today’s business landscape, so too does increased scrutiny, regulatory shifts and competing priorities. How can corporate climate leaders accelerate momentum for their vital work and benchmark progress amid the complexities of the global fight against climate change?

Join us for a solutions-driven lunch briefing exploring the evolution of corporate climate action and best practices for measuring success. We’ll hear from sustainability leaders who are championing climate plans tailored to their respective companies, and examine strategies for quantifying business value while remaining steadfast to commitments.

12:45 PM UAE – Opening Remarks

• Meg Szabo, Head, Bloomberg Green & Sustainability Events
• Sally Fouts, Global Leader, The Climate Pledge

12:50 PM UAE – Making & Measuring Progress

Can perfection be the enemy of progress in private sector climate action? A climate-conscious business leader shares their thoughts on how companies can successfully execute measurable and scalable climate action plans.

• María Mendiluce, CEO, We Mean Business Coalition
• Moderator: Meg Szabo, Head, Bloomberg Green & Sustainability Events

1:00 PM UAE –  Adapting Your Climate Approach

One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to corporate climate solutions. Sustainability leaders discuss the nuances of their companies’ climate action journeys and how they’ve overcome real-world challenges along the way.

• Chris Hook, Global Head of Sustainability Strategy, Uber
• Katie McGinty, Vice President, Chief Sustainability & External Relations Officer, Johnson Controls
• Moderator: Meg Szabo, Head, Bloomberg Green & Sustainability Events

1:30 PM UAE – Closing Remarks / Breakout Concludes

 

 

2:00 PM UAE – Welcome Back

• Nicola Porter, Executive Editor, Bloomberg Media Studios
• Meg Szabo, Head, Bloomberg Green & Sustainability Events

2:05 PM UAE – Changemaker Conversation: Climate Policy

National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi discusses US climate policy and his ambitions for COP28.

• Ali Zaidi, National Climate Advisor, The White House
• Moderator: Jennifer A. Dlouhy, Energy & Environmental Policy Reporter, Bloomberg

2:20 PM UAE – The Climate Pledge Sponsor Spotlight: Navigating Corporate Climate Action

• Sally Fouts, Global Leader, The Climate Pledge
• Nicola Porter, Executive Editor, Bloomberg Media Studios

2:30 PM UAE – How to Save the Ocean

Renowned conservationist and National Geographic Explorer in Residence Dr. Enric Sala takes us inside the Pristine Seas project, a global effort to protect our oceans, boost biodiversity and ensure food and livelihoods for billions of people.

• Dr. Enric Sala, Pristine Seas Founder, National Geographic Explorer in Residence
• Moderator: Antha Williams, Head of Environmental Programs, Bloomberg Philanthropies

2:50 PM UAE – Physical Climate Risk: A Ticking Economic Time Bomb?

Mitigating climate risk is no longer just an environmental concern – it’s a financial imperative. We’ll discuss the evolving nuances of business interruption, financial implications of climate risk and the role artificial intelligence plays in assessing potential exposure.

• Ahmad Wani, Co-Founder & CEO, One Concern

3:00 PM UAE – What We’re Watching 

Bloomberg Green reporters and editors share a recap of the key takeaways from the first few days of COP28 and what to watch in the days ahead. We’ll also dive deeper into key themes of COP28 and take your questions live.

• John Ainger, Climate & Energy Reporter, Bloomberg
• John Fraher, Senior Executive Editor, Bloomberg
• Moderator: Sharon Chen, Managing Editor, Bloomberg Green

3:20 PM UAE – Standard Chartered Sponsor Spotlight: Bridging The Adaptation Finance Gap

• Marisa Drew, Chief Sustainability Officer, Standard Chartered
• Moderator: Anne Kawalerski, Chief Client Officer, Bloomberg Media

3:30 PM UAE – The Future of Fashion

From biodegradable sequins to seaweed-based yarn and bacterial printed textiles, innovators championed by Stella McCartney and LVMH share how they are reshaping the future of fashion with climate considerations at the forefront.

• Tessa Callaghan, Co-Founder & CEO, Keel Labs
• Roni GamZon, Co-Founder & Chief Commercial Officer, BioFluff
• Muzaffer Turgut Kayhan, CEO, SÖKTAŞ Tekstil
• Connor Lynn, Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer, Protein Evolution
• Moderator: Meg Szabo, Head, Bloomberg Green & Sustainability Events

3:55 PM UAE – Closing Remarks

• Meg Szabo, Head, Bloomberg Green & Sustainability Events

4:00 PM UAE – Afternoon Mainstage Programming Concludes

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As sustainability becomes an increasingly important business value, chief sustainability officers must become skilled at a variety of disciplines – technology, communications, compliance, finance and more. We’ll gather top CSOs for a workshop focused on collaboration, stakeholder education and career development.

• Facilitator: Abby Danzig, Senior Programming Director, Bloomberg Green & Sustainability Events

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The private sector’s ability to rapidly deploy capital, dedicate resources and develop game-changing technologies is a critical piece of the fight against climate change. At the same time, industry’s role as the main source of global emissions begs for legitimate and scalable pathways to net zero. As companies grapple with both sides of the climate coin, how can they ensure their business will prosper in today’s green economy?

Join us for an evening exploring the acceleration of climate action and business growth in tandem. Network with your peers attending COP28 in Dubai over dinner and hear from an inspirational purpose-driven leader on how to weave green principles into your company’s business strategy.

6:00 PM UAE – Arrivals & Networking Reception

7:15 PM UAE – Welcome Remarks

• John Fraher, Senior Executive Editor, Bloomberg
• Tomas Nauclér, Co-Leader, McKinsey Sustainability

7:20 PM UAE – Changemaker Conversation: Green Business

Green business leaders discuss best practices for making climate action core to a company’s mission and success.

• Rt. Hon. Claire Perry O’Neill, Former UK Minister for Energy & Clean Growth; Advisory Board Co-Chair, WBCSD
• Paul Polman, Business Leader, Campaigner & Co-Author of Net Positive
• Moderator: Akshat Rathi, Senior Reporter, Bloomberg Green

7:40 PM UAE – Closing Remarks

7:45 PM UAE- Programming Concludes / Networking Continues

9:00 PM UAE- Dinner Concludes

10:00 AM UAE – Opening Remarks 

• Meg Szabo, Head, Bloomberg Green & Sustainability Events

10:05 AM UAE – Changemaker Conversation: Climate Diplomacy

US Climate Envoy John Kerry discusses his priorities for COP28 and shares his thoughts on the Dubai climate talks thus far.

• John Kerry, Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, US Department of State
• Moderator: John Fraher, Senior Executive Editor, Bloomberg

10:30 AM UAE – Changemaker Conversation: Climate Economy

Bridgewater Associates Founder Ray Dalio discusses the financial implications of climate change.

• Ray Dalio, Founder & CIO Mentor, Bridgewater Associates
• Moderator: Moderator: Francine Lacqua, Editor-at-Large, Bloomberg Television

10:55 AM UAE – Investing in Biodiversity

BloombergNEF estimates that nearly $1 trillion per year will be needed by 2030 to protect and preserve Earth’s natural systems, a 500% increase from current investments. We’ll discuss the current state of biodiversity investment, the potential for these approaches to drive change, and the associated challenges.

• Peter Bachmann, Managing Director, Sustainable Infrastructure, Gresham House; Senior Associate, University of Cambridge Institute of Sustainability Leadership (CISL)
• Aleksandra Holmlund, CEO, Qarlbo Natural Asset Company
• Ramzi Issa, Managing Director, UBS
• Moderator: Natasha White, Reporter, Bloomberg Green

11:15 AM UAE – Red Sea Global Sponsor Spotlight: Accelerating the Transition to Regenerative Tourism

• John Pagano, Group CEO, Red Sea Global
• Moderator: Anne Kawalerski, Chief Client Officer, Bloomberg Media

11:25 AM UAE – Youth Climate Justice Fund

Members of the Youth Climate Justice Fund and the UN Secretary-General’s Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change share how they are identifying new and innovative solutions to scale the impact that activism can have on catalyzing climate action.

• Joice Mendez, Member, UN Secretary-General’s Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change
• Ayisha Siddiqa, Member UN Secretary-General’s Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change
• Moderator: Jennifer Zabasajja, Correspondent & Anchor, Bloomberg Television

11:50 AM UAE – Presentation: The Global Stocktake 

Eight years after the Paris Agreement, where does the world stand on climate change? CDP CEO Sherry Madera gives a data-rich breakdown of the public and private sector’s progress.

• Sherry Madera, CEO, CDP

12:00 PM UAE – McKinsey Sustainability Sponsor Spotlight: An Affordable, Reliable, Competitive Path to Net Zero

• Mekala Krishnan, Partner, McKinsey Global Institute
• Moderator: Salih Yilmaz, Senior Energy Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence

12:10 PM UAE – Beyond the Stocktake: Climate Policy & Accountability

The results of COP28’s global stocktake will help shape the next five years of climate action in an increasingly tight timeline for meaningful change. How will governments be held accountable for their net zero plans amid policy shifts, campaign rhetoric and political tension? ClientEarth CEO Laura Clarke discusses the role of law in driving progress at the government level and shares key climate policy trends they’re monitoring across the globe.

• Laura Clarke, CEO, ClientEarth
• Moderator: John Fraher, Senior Executive Editor, Bloomberg

12:30 PM UAE – Morning Mainstage Concludes

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Global cleantech competition is at fever pitch, with billions of dollars being spent on innovative solutions to mitigate climate change. Around the world, governments are seeking to advance the development of clean technologies through headline-grabbing packages and incentives. These pledges not only underline the urgency around finding measures to protect our planet, but also represent potential economic growth and ways to nurture new businesses.

Join us for a lunch briefing exploring the evolving cleantech market and how investors can play a role in this important space. We’ll discuss innovation as a catalyst for economic growth, the opportunities and challenges in today’s rapidly-growing cleantech landscape, and how investors can drive momentum for planet-saving technologies.

12:45 PM UAE – Opening Remarks

• Farah Elbahrawy, Equities Deputy Team Leader & Reporter, Bloomberg

12:50 PM UAE – Battery & Energy Storage In Focus

Theion CEO Dr. Ulrich Ehmes discusses how the startup’s sulfur crystal battery is aiming to shake up the energy storage market.

• Dr. Ulrich Ehmes, CEO, theion GmbH
• Moderator: Farah Elbahrawy, Equities Deputy Team Leader & Reporter, Bloomberg

1:00 PM UAE – Mubadala Investment Company Sponsor Spotlight

• Ahmed Saeed Al Calily, Chief Strategy & Risk Officer, Mubadala Investment Company

1:07 PM UAE – Driving the Cleantech Industry Forward

How can investors support decarbonization while gaining a competitive advantage? We’ll explore the risks and rewards of cleantech investing and also hear from pioneering start-ups in the sector.

• Maya Hari, Co-Founder & CEO, Terrascope
• Talal Hasan, Founder & CEO, 44.01
• Moderator: Farah Elbahrawy, Equities Deputy Team Leader & Reporter, Bloomberg

1:30 PM UAE – Closing Remarks / Breakout Concludes

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1:50 PM UAE – Welcome Back

• Nicola Porter, Executive Editor, Bloomberg Media Studios
• Meg Szabo, Head, Bloomberg Green & Sustainability Events
  

1:55 PM UAE – General Motors Sponsor Spotlight: Driving Progress on the Journey to Zero Emissions

• Kristen Siemen, Vice President, Sustainable Workplaces & Chief Sustainability Officer, General Motors
• Moderator: Nicola Porter, Executive Editor, Bloomberg Media Studios

2:05 PM UAE – Zero With Akshat Rathi: Al Gore

Former US Vice President and Generation Investment Management Founding Partner and Chair Al Gore discusses his priorities in the climate fight and shares his thoughts on the COP28 talks thus far with Zero podcast host Akshat Rathi.

• Al Gore, Former US Vice President; Founding Partner & Chair, Generation Investment Management
• Moderator: Akshat Rathi, Senior Reporter, Bloomberg Green

2:30 PM UAE – The Scope 3 Challenge

Value chain emissions remain one of the trickiest challenges corporations face in their net zero journeys. Executives from leading companies share how they are leveraging technology to better measure, report and reduce this elusive classification of greenhouse gas emissions.

• Kate Brandt, Chief Sustainability Officer, Google
• Jean-Pascal Tricoire, Chairman, Schneider Electric
• Moderator: Francine Lacqua, Editor-at-Large, Bloomberg Television

2:50 PM UAE – Advocating for Inclusive Climate Action

How can we ensure diverse perspectives are central to climate solutions, particularly in communities disproportionately impacted by climate change? We’ll explore the intersection of climate action and gender equality, and ways to nurture grassroots level action.

• ‘Tokunboh Ishmael, Co-Founder & Managing Director, Alitheia Capital
• Heather McGray, Director, Climate Justice Resilience Fund
• Meher Marker Noshirwani, Chair Gender Specialist Group, Commission on Environmental, Economic & Social Policy, IUCN
• Jennifer Sara, Global Director, Climate Change, World Bank
• Moderator: Jennifer Zabasajja, Correspondent & Anchor, Bloomberg Television
  

3:10 PM UAE – Mubadala Investment Company Sponsor Spotlight: Green Hydrogen – Cepsa’s Transition Journey

• Maarten Wetselaar, CEO, Cepsa

• Moderator: Nicola Porter, Executive Editor, Bloomberg Media Studios

3:20 PM UAE – Sustainable Food Systems

Food systems are responsible for a third of global emissions, as extreme weather adds strain to agricultural output. We’ll discuss the innovations, partnerships and actions needed to reduce farming emissions and optimize production.

• Pilar Cruz, Chief Sustainability Officer, Cargill
• Dhanush Dinesh, Founder & Chief Climate Catalyst, Clim-Eat
• Aadith Moorthy, Founder & CEO, Boomitra
• Moderator: Siobhan Wagner, Editor, Bloomberg Green

3:35 PM UAE – Changemaker Conversation: Climate Diplomacy

4:00 PM UAE – Afternoon Mainstage Programming Concludes

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Women play a crucial role in building a sustainable future. We’ll discuss how women across the globe can drive measurable climate impact and overcome gender-related roadblocks to unlock their power.

• Facilitator: Abby Danzig, Senior Programming Director, Bloomberg Green & Sustainability Events

 

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Join Bloomberg Green for an evening celebrating the intersection of culture and climate. We’ll explore the role entertainment plays in building a greener future and discuss how creative industries can catalyze climate action.

6:00 PM UAE – Arrivals & Networking Reception

7:15 PM UAE – Welcome Remarks

• John Fraher, Senior Executive Editor, Bloomberg

7:20 PM UAE – The Race to Net Zero

The entertainment industry has a unique power to build communities around collective interests, particularly when it comes to sports. We’ll hear how electric racing is helping fans across the globe root for climate action through its commitment to sustainable sport.

• Rodi Basso, Co-Founder & CEO, E1 Championship
• Sylvain Filippi, Managing Director & Chief Technology Officer, Envision Racing Formula E Team
• Moderator: Dana Perkins, Head of Market Development & Partnerships, BloombergNEF

7:35 PM UAE – Indiana Economic Development Corporation Sponsor Spotlight: A Green Economy for the Bold

• Salena Scardina, Executive Vice President, External Engagement, IEDC

7:40 PM UAE – The Power of Storytelling

How can creators driving today’s zeitgeist shape hearts and minds around the climate fight? We’ll discuss how compelling storytelling is bringing climate action to the forefront of society.

• Malaika Vaz, Co-Founder & CEO, Untamed Planet
• Moderator: Jennifer Zabasajja, Correspondent & Anchor, Bloomberg Television

8:00 PM UAE – Closing Remarks

8:05 PM UAE – Programming Concludes / Networking Continues

9:00 PM UAE – Dinner Concludes

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