From 15 to 21 November 2024, the OSCE actively participated in the 29th session of the Conference of Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Breaking new ground: OSCE’s first official COP side event
On 18 November, the OSCE organized its inaugural COP official side event, titled “Advancing a Climate-Resilient, Green, and Just Energy Transition”. This event emphasized the urgent need for global action to address the energy-climate-security nexus and integrate climate resilience into energy policies, enabling countries to meet their climate and clean energy goals securely. The event featured high-level speakers from Kazakhstan, the United States, Germany, Ukraine, Tajikistan and renowned international partners such as Renewable Energy Policy Network for the 21st century (REN21), World Meteorological Organization (WMO), International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Over 100 participants joined this milestone gathering.
Collaborative efforts: Co-organized side events
The OSCE also co-organized several side events to foster dialogue and action on key climate issues between 19 and 21 November:
Expanding impact: OSCE interventions and bilateral engagements
Beyond these events, the OSCE engaged in bilateral meetings and delivered interventions across various thematic areas:
Additionally, the OSCE participated in discussions during the Energy/Peace, Relief and Recovery Day on 15 November.
A growing role in global climate discussions
Accredited as a UNFCCC observer organization in 2023, the OSCE continues to champion the intersection of energy, climate change and security, aligning its work with global efforts to address climate-related security risks and promote a just energy transition.