Climate Asia: Unpacking Jobs, Community Action and Funding
Through Climate Asia Conference (virtual), we will host dialogues with experts from across the Climate spectrum on topics ranging from the future of work to talent in the climate space to the funding landscape and civil, community and grassroots action.
The conference would also throw light on the landscaping study conducted by Arthan to understand the talent needs within the climate development impact areas. We have spoken to key experts from critical climate organisations to understand the talent demands, and jobs available, and assess skill gaps within the sector. Our goal is to enable discussions, and knowledge sharing and equip the sector with the required information to overcome organizational level talent/skill deficit in this sector.
The Panel Details are given below:
Unpacking the Climate Landscape through an Asian perspective (April 21, 3:15-5:00 PM IST)
In particular, the panel discussion will throw light on the latest released IPCC report focusing on mitigation and what we can do to stop climate change. We will highlight the necessity of impactful climate action across the spectrum that will require immense resources to fund transformational projects to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and help societies adapt. Additionally, the discussion would involve dialogue on what measures nations can take and the commitments that can be made in COP 27 after the IPCC report. We will also talk about Climate Asia’s role in building a larger climate ecosystem and strengthening our commitment to climate goals.
Tackling climate change through community action and grassroots solutions (April 21, 5:15- 6:30 PM IST)
This panel discussion will throw light on how micro policies focusing on local action can have better outcomes for South Asia and India than macro-level policies that do not take into account geographical distinctions. A grassroots approach needs to be taken to create effective climate action, by involving the communities that are directly affected. The panel would also cover the challenges faced by vulnerable communities and the role of local NGOs in building resilience through community development.
Funding Landscape of the Climate space - VC, Grants, and Philanthropy (April 22, 3:30- 5:00 PM IST)
A discussion on venture philanthropy, ESG, challenges around impact investment and funding in India, and what steps could be taken to address the climate crisis from a funder’s lens. This panel would focus on social impact funders, impact investing, philanthropy, and organisational development. This panel could further highlight the role of policy, advocacy and partnerships in the Asian context and what role could strategic collaborations play in the development of the Asian region.
Talent in the Climate Space: Green Jobs & Career Transitions (April 22, 5:15- 7:00 PM IST)
Green skills are essential to the transition towards a green economy, with the ILO estimating 24 million jobs worldwide could be created by the green economy by 2030”. The panel discussion would cover the essential green skills needed, the industries seeing a rise in demand for green jobs and what needs to be done to achieve this transition towards a greener economy. It is imperative to understand and facilitate career transitions in the climate space and to have an intersectional approach along with having collaborations across the sectors. The panel will also address the talent gaps and needs within the climate space and try to ‘demystify climate careers’