The UN Food Systems Coordination Hub at COP29
Join the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, as we explore the critical link between food systems transformation and climate action. Working together with DCO, FAO, IFAD, UNEP, WFP, WHO and other key partners, the Hub fosters collaboration across governments, civil society, and industry to advance food security, sustainable agriculture, and climate resilience. Discover initiatives, country-led strategies, and global partnerships driving progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement.
Explore our COP29 schedule below, and follow us on social media for updates.
Hybrid Event
COP29: Synergizing Food Systems and Climate Action for Equitable Food Systems and a Sustainable Future
12/11/2024
12 November, 17:00 – 18:30 (Baku / GMT+4) – The Food & Agriculture Pavilion, Blue Zone.
Hybrid Event
COP29: Aligning Food Systems, Nutrition and Climate Action
14/11/2024 - 14/10/2024
14 November, 09:00 – 10:00 (Baku / GMT+4) – WHO Pavilion, Blue Zone.
Hybrid Event
COP29: Empowering Transformation - The Role of Multi-Stakeholder Approach in Food Systems and Climate Action
18/11/2024
18 November 2024, 9:30 – 10:30 (Baku / GMT+4) – NDC Partnership Pavilion, Blue Zone.
Hybrid Event
COP29: Food Systems Transformation and Climate Action - Successes, Challenges, and Lessons from Countries
18/11/2024
18 November, 13:15 – 14:00 (Baku / GMT+4) – The Nordic Pavilion, Blue Zone.
Hybrid Event
COP29: Blueprint for the Convergence of Food Systems Transformation and Climate Action - The Kazakhstan Experience
19/11/2024
19 November, 9:30 – 10:30 (Baku / GMT+4) – Kazakhstan Pavilion, Blue Zone.
COP 29: Signing Ceremony of the Letter of Intent for Scaling Up the 3FS Tool
20/11/2024
20 November, 11:00 - 11:45 (Baku / GMT+4) – Food and Agriculture Pavilion, Blue Zone
Don't miss the Food, Agriculture and Water Day on November 19!
ALIGNING FOOD SYSTEMS AND CLIMATE ACTION
The Convergence Initiative
The UN Food Systems Coordination Hub’s Convergence Initiative, launched by the UN Deputy Secretary-General at COP28, drives the integration of food systems transformation and climate action for accelerated sustainable development.
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OUR JOURNEY
Looking Back at COP28
Revisit the Hub’s contributions at COP28, including the launch of the Convergence Initiative with the COP28 UAE Presidency - a historic step in uniting food systems and climate action.
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27/11/2024
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Workshop in Brasilia addresses food systems and climate change
01/11/2024
Brazil hosted the second National Inception Workshop for the Convergence Initiative, building a solid foundation for aligning food systems transformation...
Kazakhstan leads as first pilot country for the Convergence Initiative
28/10/2024
Kazakhstan takes the lead as the first pilot country for the Convergence Initiative, launching a new effort to combine food systems and climate action...
CFS side event: Advancing food systems and climate action through the Convergence Initiative
25/10/2024
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Operationalizing the Convergence Initiative
30/04/2024
Following its launch at COP28, the Convergence Initiative gathers momentum as National Convenors and stakeholders contribute innovative ideas to drive...
Advancing sustainable food systems and climate goals at COP28
19/12/2023
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