GEC at the UN Climate Change Conference COP30


Belém, Brazil | 10–21 November 2025

GEC is honoured participate in two panel discussions (ASEAN and GEF/Climate Fund Pavillion) and side events showcasing and promoting impactful work on sustainable environmental practices.

Join us, hear our stories and learn from our experiences.

PANEL DISCUSSIONS

12 November 2025 (Wednesday)

Topic:
Whole of Society Talks @COP30 | Session 4
Inclusion in Action: Real Money. Real Action. Real Impact.

This session will explore what is happening across the GEF partnership, spotlighting progress, gaps and opportunities to reshape systems for the years ahead. Participants will share experiences on direct access, co-creation and local leadership — and identify how GEF-9 can set a new standard for inclusive and effective finance.

12 November 2025 (Wednesday)

Topic:
Local Actions for Regional Strategies: Implementing ASEAN Frameworks for Peatland Management and Haze Control

The ASEAN Member States (AMS) will present on local and national initiatives and actions taken contributing to ASEAN Peatland Management Strategy (APMS) implementation, including development and implementation of respective National Action Plan for Peatlands and other relevant peatland related management plans and strategic collaborations with private sector and communities.

The session aims to seek support (technical and financial) from interest parties in upscaling and replicating best practices or success cases to broader stakeholders and countries, linking to the ASEAN Investment Framework on Haze-Free Sustainable Land Management (AIF-HFSLM).

17 November 2025 (Monday)

Topic:
PEATLAND BREAKTHROUGH: From Evidence to Action

The session introduces the Peatland Breakthrough, a global call to action to accelerate peatland conservation, restoration and wise use through coordinated action and nature-positive solutions, drawing on insights from the Global Peatlands Assessment. 

OFFICIAL SIDE EVENT

17 November 2025 (Monday)

Topic:
PEATLAND BREAKTHROUGH: A Global Call to Unlock the Power of Peatlands

This session will explore how the Peatland Breakthrough is catalysing global action, uniting countries, communities and companies to restore and protect the world’s most carbon-dense ecosystems.