WWF-Canadian experts can discuss links between global climate and biodiversity summits, The Canadian Business Journal

SHARM EL SHEIKH, EGYPT, November 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WWF Canada experts present to both the WWF Panda Pavilion in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, and governments as governments around the world meet at the COP27 UN Climate Conference A panel on Indigenous led conservation and the link between COP27 and CBD COP15 is on display at the Canadian Pavilion. (See below for details on both events.)

WWF Canada experts are available for interviews on a variety of subjects, including nature-based climate solutions, including the protection and management of carbon-rich ecosystems. The importance of respecting indigenous governance for indigenous-led conservation. And the powerful benefits of facing the climate and biodiversity crises simultaneously.

WWF Canada events at COP27:

Promoting Indigenous-led conservation for a net-zero and biodiversity-positive future

Wednesday, November 16, 5:30 p.m. local time, Government of Canada Pavilion

This panel presents examples of Indigenous-led nature-based climate solutions (NbCS) in action in four regions of Canada. Nature is an important tool with measurable consequences for both climate change and biodiversity, but incorporating Indigenous rights, governance and knowledge can enhance community well-being and advance reconciliation. is an essential and fundamental element for a successful NbCS.

speaker:

• Steven Nitah (Canada), Managing Director, Nature for Justice
• Angela Kane, CEO of Secwepemcùl’ecw Restoration and Stewardship Society (Canada)
• William Goodon, Minister, Manitoba Metis Federation (Canada)
• James Snyder, Vice President of Science, Knowledge and Innovation, WWF Canada

Interviews with panelists can be arranged after the November 16 panel. Please contact James Snider. [email protected]

Making the most of the road between COP 27 and CBD COP 15

November 17, 2022, 1:00 p.m. local time, WWF Panda Pavilion, COP 27 Blue Zone

Attended by Canada’s Minister for the Environment and Climate Change, Steven Gilbourt, and WWF’s Chief of Practice for Climate and Energy, Manuel Pruger Vidal, this premiere event will build on the momentum of COP27, which will take place in Montreal in 2018. spotlight how the Convention on Biological Diversity COP15 can drive high ambition and commitment. December.

speaker:

• Honorable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Canada, Co-Organizer of CBD COP15
• Manuel Pruger Vidal, Head of WWF Climate and Energy Practice and Interim Chair of the IUCN Climate Crisis Commission

Available for interview:

Mary McDonald, Chief Protection Officer, WWF Canadawe can discuss the COP27 negotiations.

James SnyderVice President of Science, Knowledge and Innovation, WWF Canadawill be on the ground at COP27 to discuss the CBD road to COP15, protected areas and their contribution to reducing emissions, and Canada’s National Carbon Map.

WWF Canada President and CEO Megan Leslie said:can be used to discuss the role of nature-based climate solutions in restoring endangered species and limiting global warming to 1.5°C.

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About WWF Canada

WWF Canada is committed to equitable and effective conservation that restores nature, halts wildlife loss and combats climate change. We use scientific analysis and indigenous guidance to link all our efforts to her one goal: a future in which wildlife, nature and people thrive. For more information, visit wwf.ca.

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