COP 29 is currently taking place in Azerbaijan, a country known for its oil production. This is the largest climate change meeting in the world, where action plans for adaptation, funds for addressing loss and damage, new climate fund targets, and reports from countries on their shift to renewable energy are expected to be crucial topics of discussion.
On November 14, halfway through the negotiations, a panel of experts will discuss the successes and challenges of the most important climate negotiations of 2024. Lisa Ann Pinkerton from Earthlings 2.0 will host the event, which will be aired on the show following the event.
Our panel consists of experts with diverse backgrounds in climate financing, journalism, mitigation, and justice. They will analyze the key topics and expected outcomes of COP 29, while assessing the progress made towards a more environmentally friendly future since COP 28 in 2023. The aim is to gain a better understanding of the latest policy developments in the Global Stocktake, Climate Finance, Mitigation Efforts, Adapting to Loss & Damage, and how to ensure a fair transition to the new green economy.
After the main panel discussion finishes, we will be hosting breakout rooms where attendees will have the opportunity to have a direct Q&A with each panelist. This is a unique chance to engage with the experts, ask your questions, and dive deeper into the critical topics shaping the future of climate action.
Don’t miss this opportunity to join the conversation and gain insights from top climate leaders!
Pricing:
- WCS Member ticket: FREE
- Non-Member ticket: $15
Panelists
Cecilia Kinuthia-Njenga
Director, Intergovernmental Support and Collective Progress Division, UNFCCC
Dr. Cecilia Kinuthia-Njenga is the Director of the Intergovernmental Support and Collective Progress Division at the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), where she aids in advancing climate negotiations.
With over 20 years at the UN, she has served as the Head of the UNEP Liaison Office in South Africa and the Regional Programme Coordinator for Southern Africa, as well as working with UN-Habitat and UNEP.
Dr. Kinuthia-Njenga holds a Ph.D. in Urban Planning from Chalmers University of Technology, an M.A. in Urban and Regional Planning, and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Nairobi. Her career has centered on coordinating environmental programs and facilitating intergovernmental climate processes.
Genevieve Guenther
Founding Director, End Climate Silence
Genevieve Guenther is the founding director of End Climate Silence and the author of The Language of Climate Politics: Fossil-Fuel Propaganda and How to Fight It.
Dr. Guenther advises NGOs, corporations, and policymakers on climate disinformation and climate messaging; she serves as Expert Reviewer for the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change; and she has spoken about climate change and language to audiences at Duke, Columbia, and Harvard, among other universities.
Antonia Juhasz
Investigative Journalist and Writer, (Un)Covering Oil
Antonia Juhasz is an esteemed American energy analyst, investigative journalist, and author who specializes in the oil industry. With over two decades of experience, her work explores the intricate connections between fossil fuels, environmental justice, and global politics. Juhasz has authored three significant books: “The Bush Agenda: Invading the World One Economy at a Time” (2006), “The Tyranny of Oil: The World’s Most Powerful Industry—and What We Must Do to Stop It” (2008), and “Black Tide: The Devastating Impact of the Gulf Oil Spill” (2011). Her articles have been featured in prestigious publications such as Rolling Stone, Harper’s Magazine, The Nation, and The New York Times. She is also a frequent contributor to radio programs, including her series “(Un)Covering Oil.”
Laura Diez
Senior Associate, Rocky Mountain Institute
Laura is a Senior Associate with RMI’s Global South program, focused on capacity development programming and cohort-learning offerings, such as the Climate Finance Access Network (CFAN) and the Catalytic Climate Capital (C3) teams. She manages the Women in Renewable Energy (WIRE) Network, a professional development network for mid-career women across the Caribbean. Laura is based in Colorado.
Co-Moderated By
Lisa Ann Pinkerton
Founding Director, Earthlings 2.0 Podcast Host, CEO of Technica, and Vice Chairwoman of WCS
Lisa Ann Pinkerton is the founder and CEO of Technica Communications, an award-winning public relations firm that specializes in clean energy and sustainable technologies. She also serves as Vice Chairwoman of Women in Cleantech & Sustainability, a nonprofit that supports women in the clean technology sector. Additionally, Lisa Ann hosts the “Earthlings 2.0” podcast, where she discusses environmental challenges with experts and leaders. Her career reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental issues.
Max Joshua
Chapter Lead — Out in Climate
Max is a Go-to-Market expert with deep experience in methane emissions monitoring. From 2022–24 she led Business Development for the Carbon Mapper Coalition’s satellite constellation, which is driving a new era of accountability in emissions by detecting methane and CO2 super-emitters around the globe. She is currently focused on creating scalable solutions to monitor methane emissions, measure carbon and manage climate risk. In her free time, she leads the Los Angeles Chapter of Out in Climate, a 501c non-profit supporting LGBTQ+ climate professionals, and she is active in the WCS SoCal Chapter.
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