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Nutrition at COP29

Nutrition at COP29

November 5, 2024 - Last update: November 19, 2024

The 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference or Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC, more commonly known as COP29, will be the 29th United Nations Climate Change conference. COP29 will be held in Baku, Azerbaijan from 11 to 22 November, 2024.

COP29 is a key moment to affirm that nutritional and climate resilience are inextricably linked, emphasizing the need for nutrition-sensitive climate action and climate-sensitive nutrition action. It is an opportunity to:

  • increase the visibility of nutrition and its importance for achieving the SDGs and the global climate goals, 
  • align and collaborate on opportunities to place nutrition at the heart of the discussions on the links between climate change adaptation and mitigation, food security, food systems and health,
  • encourage Member States and other stakeholders to prioritize nutrition as a core outcome of climate-smart policies and practices. 
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SUN Movement Climate change and Nutrition Messages (COP29)

In anticipation of COP 29, the SUN Movement has prepared a messaging grid to member countries and partners, focusing on clear communication about the connection between climate change and nutrition. It emphasizes the urgent risk climate change poses to worldwide food and nutrition security, with a particular impact on low-income countries and vulnerable groups. 

As SUN countries and partners work to tackle these intertwined challenges, this document aims to pave way for aligned and effective communication, as well as united efforts for action beyond COP 29.

 

 

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Azerbaijan

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Nutrition-focused events at COP29

09:00 - 10:00
Aligning Food Systems, Nutrition and Climate Action

COP29

This event will bring together government representatives, Food Systems National Convenors, the SUN Movement, and experts to explore progress at the crossroads of food systems, climate, health, and nutrition. Participants will discuss strategies to align food systems and nutrition agendas, strengthening climate resilience and enhancing food security. Additionally, the event will reflect on recent initiatives like the Nordic Nutrition Recommendations, the SUN Global Movement, and national food systems transformation pathways, assessing their impact on nutrition outcomes since 2023 and identifying key lessons for future efforts.

Expected key takeaways:

  1. Share successful strategies and initiatives that have advanced food systems and nutrition outcomes, including the Nordic Nutrition Recommendations, national food systems transformation pathways, and the SUN Movement.
  2. Discuss achievements and challenges in integrating food systems, climate, and nutrition agendas.
  3. Foster collaboration among governments, the private sector, civil society, and international organizations to support comprehensive food systems and nutrition strategies.
  4. Identify priorities and action points for the UN Food Systems Summit +4 (UNFSS+4) Stocktaking Moment in 2025 to drive progress toward shared goals in food systems, health, nutrition, and climate.

Speakers include:

SUN Movement Coordinator, Afshan Khan

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COP29 Food, Water and Agriculture Day

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