Climate Change Solutions Update

Category: Food, Agriculture, Land & Ocean (FALO)

Cut Emissions:
– Curb Growing Demands
– Restore & Manage Ecosystems
– Shift Agriculture Practices

  • Global cities unite to tackle the risks of extreme heat

    The Cool Cities Accelerator, a global coalition of 33 cities, aims to address extreme heat in urban areas by implementing innovative heat governance structures, appointing a Chief Heat Officer, and taking actions such as heat risk communication, cool shelters, tree planting, and urban greening initiatives. Supported by organizations like The Rockefeller Foundation and C40 Cities, the initiative seeks to create cooler, greener, and safer cities for all residents, aligning with global standards for climate leadership. The United Nations Secretary-General's call to action on extreme heat underscores the urgent need for cities to take immediate and long-term action to protect communities from the increasing threat of extreme heat. The Accelerator provides a framework for cities to develop heat adaptation targets and implement solutions to mitigate the effects of extreme heat, supporting a broader mission of bold, science-based climate action in urban areas worldwide.

    https://www.c40.org/news/global-cities-unite-to-tackle-the-risks-of-extreme-heat/

  • Global alliance meets in Doha to confront hunger crisis

    President of the UN General Assembly Annalena Baerbock addressed leaders at the Second World Summit for Social Development, highlighting the crisis of hunger as a result of inequality, conflict, and policy choices. She emphasized that the issue is not lack of food but failures in access, affordability, and social protection, exacerbated by climate change. Baerbock called for limiting warming to 1.5°C and investing in adaptation and resilience to prevent millions from falling deeper into poverty. The Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, launched under Brazil's G20 Presidency, aims to accelerate practical cooperation in addressing hunger and poverty through initiatives such as scaling up social protection and strengthening climate-resilient agriculture.

    https://news.un.org/en/story/2025/11/1166249

  • Building healthy, thriving cities: A conversation between C40 and Novo Nordisk

    Novo Nordisk and C40 Cities are partnering to create healthier, more sustainable cities by focusing on prevention, community engagement, and addressing everyday factors that impact health. The Green and Thriving Neighbourhoods programme, supported by Novo Nordisk and C40, aims to create low-carbon, people-centred neighbourhoods with access to healthy food, green spaces, and safe transport. Community-led projects in Buenos Aires, Nairobi, and Rio de Janeiro are transforming urban spaces through initiatives like expanding markets for healthy food and creating communities where daily needs are within walking or biking distance. By involving residents in the design process, cities can promote health, equity, and sustainability while reducing emissions and creating environments that benefit all residents. City leaders are taking bold steps to shape healthy and sustainable living environments for urban residents, demonstrating the effectiveness of local action in influencing broader change nationally and globally.

    https://www.c40.org/news/in-conversation-novo-nordisk/