Monaco Participates in the 29th Session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP 29) in Baku

Ms Céline Caron-Dagioni, Minister of Public Works, the Environment and Urban Development, travelled to Baku (Azerbaijan) from 18 to 20 November 2024 to attend the Ministerial Meetings of the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP 29).

At the top of this year's agenda is establishing a new finance goal ahead of 2030 to support developing countries in their efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change. Finalising the rules for market mechanisms (carbon offsetting) under the Paris Agreement is also central to the discussions.

Ms Céline Caron-Dagioni spoke on behalf of the nation, outlining Monaco's initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reiterating the need for all parties to strengthen their commitments to the Paris Agreement.

The Minister has also represented the Principality at various high-level events, including a ministerial round table on urban planning and climate change.

During this conference, Monaco's representatives supported several declarations and initiatives, notably emphasising the fundamental role of science, the need to limit global warming to 1.5°C, and the importance of decarbonising and adapting cities.

The Monegasque delegation comprised:
- Céline Caron-Dagioni, Minister of Public Works, the Environment and Urban Development,
- Jérémie Carles, Head of Division at the Department of the Environment,
- Laetitia Rebaudengo, Head of Section at the Department of Environment,
- Céline Gindre, Head of Section at the Department of Environment,
- Carl Dudek, Editor at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation.