COP29: Experience how Denmark is accelerating the green transition in agriculture and food production
Denmark is ready to showcase strongholds in climate efficiency and sustainability at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. November 11 – 22, 2024, Denmark Pavilion in Blue Zone(H8) is a platform for side events, networking, informal meetings, receptions as well as bilateral meetings.
According to the United Nations, the global food system is responsible for about a third of all global greenhouse gas emissions. In the face of the escalating climate crisis, transforming our agriculture and food systems is more than a necessity – it’s an opportunity for green innovation and eco-friendly solutions.
A relentless focus on efficiency, productivity, and cross-sector collaboration is driving Denmark’s food and agriculture industry toward the national ambition of climate neutrality by 2045. The Danish food and agriculture sector will be part of the Denmark Pavilion at COP29, engaging in the global climate agenda.
Minister of Food, Agriculture, and Fisheries at COP29
Minister of Food, Agriculture, and Fisheries Jacob Jensen will participate in COP29 on November 12-13, where he will engage in discussions on critical themes such as climate finance in agriculture, the integration of climate, biodiversity, and food systems, and international cooperation on energy transitions.
His agenda includes sessions on global forest protection, the transformation of sustainable food systems, and bilateral discussions to strengthen environmental partnerships.
Food Day at Denmark Pavilion
Make sure to come by Denmark Pavilion (Blue Zone, H8) on November 19, 11.15 AM – 12 AM for the side event, Decarbonizing food systems and advancing global resilience through agricultural innovation.
Food Nation’s “5 Pathways to Accelerate the Green Transition” and the AIM for Climate and UN Foundation’s report, “Cultivating Transformative Investments in Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems Innovation,” will provide the framework for the session and showcase innovative approaches and solutions to scaling sustainability and resilience in food systems.
Experts from diverse sectors will discuss key strategies, including public-private partnerships, climate finance, technology, and the role of Indigenous food systems, to support an inclusive and climate-resilient transformation of agriculture and food production.
Look forward to experience:
Opening remarks Opening Remarks: Denmark’s approach to aligning food systems with climate goals for a sustainable future
By a representative from the Danish Ministry
Motivational speech: From COP29 to COP30: Progress and pathways in aligning climate and agriculture
By Lasse Bruun – Director, Climate & Food at UN Foundation
Panel discussion: Global perspectives on sustainable food systems
Engaging youth for climate resilience in agriculture
By Elizabeth Gulugulu – Advisory and policy expert at SustainSphere Advisory
The Role of finance in catalysing climate action in agriculture
By Juan Carlos Mendoza – Director for Environment, Climate, Gender and Social Inclusion Division at IFAD
Innovation on the ground with farmers driving the decarbonisation of food systems
Sophie Gregory – Organic farmer and member of Arla Foods’ Board of Representatives
Closing remarks and Q&A Session
Open the floor for audience questions, allowing for deeper insights into regional perspectives and collaboration.
Summary of key takeaways and the path forward and the introduction to Food Nation’s “5 Pathways”
Lise Walbom – CEO at Food Nation
Make sure to come back to Denmark Pavilion (Blue Zone, H8) November 19, 13:00 – 13:45 for the side event Dialogue between government, stakeholders, and NGOs as a key to climate action organised by Danish Agriculture and Food Council, in collaboration with State of Green and Food Nation.