November 15, 2024
COP29 | The global energy transition: Celebrating success and driving forward
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Event Details:
November 15, 2024
17:00 – 17:40
IMF-World Bank Pavilion, Blue Zone, B1
Hosts:
Financial Times, World Bank, IMF
About the event
The global energy transition is making remarkable strides, with success stories emerging from all corners of the world. Digitalisation and innovative technologies are transforming the generation, storage and distribution of energy, while regulatory changes are incentivising investment in energy transition. Economic growth in the clean energy sector is booming, creating jobs and driving sustainable development. Yet despite clear advancements, the global energy transition still faces hurdles and ensuring equitable access to clean energy remains difficult in many regions.
- How can equity and access to clean energy be ensured globally, particularly for developing countries?
- What best practices can be shared from regions that have effectively harmonised regulatory frameworks to support the energy transition?
- Which groundbreaking innovations are overcoming technological and infrastructure hurdles, and how can they be scaled globally?
- What impact is digitalisation having on the energy transition?
CATF speakers
Lily Odarno, Director, Energy and Climate Innovation, Africa |