Timely seminars and high level events help promote reform. Events are ordered chronologically and include an impressive number of influential speakers from around the world.
11 December 2017
Ministerial Segment – Presentation of a Ministerial Declaration on Fossil Fuel Subsidies and Trade
This Ministerial Segment will see a number of countries release an official statement (a Ministerial Declaration) urging the WTO to make room for FFSR in their ongoing discussions. This Declaration will be led by the Friends. High level delegates from signing countries will share a few words on the Declaration, there will be photo opportunities […]
16 November 2017
La réforme des subventions aux énergies fossiles en Afrique Francophone
More information to come and will be available here.
13 November 2017
Implementing Paris and the SDGs through Fuel Subsidy Reform and Taxation – Country Best Practice
6:30-8:00 PM Practical country and international efforts to remove fossil fuel subsidies and invest in renewables, public transport and energy efficiency. Phasing out USD 500 billion subsidies and introduction of fuel taxation has emissions reduction potential of 23% and liberates finance for sustainable energy. Translation into French will be provided. Refreshments will be offered.
11 November 2017
Réforme des énergies fossiles en lien avec les CDN en Afrique Francophone
12:30 – 1:15 PM Description (in French): Cet événement visera à reprendre les principaux éléments du diner débat informel qui a été organisé le vendredi 3 novembre, avec des membres des délégations de plusieurs pays d’Afrique Francophone, sur le thème de de la mise en œuvre des Contributions Déterminées au niveau National (CDNs) de pays d’Afrique […]