COP29

Economic Resilience in Times of Green Transition and Geopolitical Tensions

13 - 14

November 2024

Baku, Azerbaijan

OUR PROGRAMAt COP29 in Baku, the BMW Foundation will host high-level discussions on the geopolitical complexities of the global energy transition. As the world races to meet climate goals, the energy transition has become intertwined with trade, competition, and cooperation.The BMW Foundation's program will explore how nations and industries can navigate these challenges while promoting decarbonization and inclusive growth. Through collaboration with key global partners, such as the UNFCCC, the Energy Resilience Leadership Group, and the Columbia Center for Global Energy Policy, the Foundation is committed to fostering forward-looking dialogue that balances economic competitiveness with climate action.Please note: Our panel at UNFCCC Pavilion is open to all visitors registered for the Blue Zone. Our roundtables are invitation only.

Roundtable
Reconciling Climate and Trade: Principles and Practicalities

Wednesday, 13 November, 10:30 am - 12 pm,Invitation Only In collaboration with the Columbia Center for Global Energy Policy, this roundtable will address the role of trade policy in the context of green industrial policies and climate clubs.As major economies implement policies to support domestic green industries, the potential for trade fragmentation grows. This session will explore how global trade systems can adapt to these new policies, fostering international cooperation and minimizing conflicts, while supporting the clean energy transition.

Panel
Navigating the Geopolitics of Energy Transition: Trade Fragmentation, Global Competition, and Strategic Cooperation

Wednesday, 13 November, 3 pm - 4 pm,UNFCCC Pavilion (Blue Zone) The global energy transition, driven by the urgent need to combat climate change, is reshaping the world. This transformation comes with complex challenges:

  • How do we ensure the transition is swift, efficient, and fair across different regions?
  • How can we balance global competition with the need for cooperation to scale up clean technology and ensure a fair transition for all?
This panel will explore how governments, industries, and global organizations can navigate the risks of protectionism while leveraging competition to spur innovation and investment. By addressing these issues, we aim to chart a path toward a more inclusive and sustainable global energy landscape, strengthening global security in the process.The panel is open to all visitors with accreditation to the Blue Zone.Seats are limited, please register.

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Roundtable
The Future of Industrial Heat: How to Align Decarbonization and Competitiveness

Thursday, 14 November, 4 pm - 5:30 pm,Invitation Only In collaboration with the Energy Resilience Leadership Group and Future Cleantech Architects, this roundtable will explore the critical challenge of decarbonizing industrial heat - one of Europe's most energy-intensive sectors.With growing pressure on European industries to remain competitive while reducing emissions, the session will examine the role of policy, innovation, and investment in driving the decarbonization of industrial processes. The goal is to ensure economic resilience and sustainability during the clean energy transition.

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Contact us

Florian Nitzinger
E-Mail MSC25@bmw-foundation.org