The Partnership for Observation of the Global Ocean (POGO) was founded in 1999 by directors of oceanographic institutions around the world as a forum to promote and advance the observation of the global ocean. POGO is a UK-registered charity with member institutions from around the world, and works closely with other international and regional programmes and organisations.
POGO seeks to expand international support for ocean observing, through innovation of the ocean observing system, capacity development and outreach/advocacy.
United Nations Climate Change Meeting: UNFCCC COP29
COP29 (29th Annual Conference of the Parties to the 1992 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)) took place in Baku, Azerbaijan from 11 to 22 November, 2024
POGO participated in the conference via several channels:
Official side event
(with co-hosts: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), American Geophysical Union (AGU), Ocean Visions, University of California)
Three COPs, One Ocean Earth’s life, water, and climate connect through and rely on a healthy ocean. Better understanding of the ocean’s physical, chemical, and biological systems is central to coordinated progress of all SDGs, as well as the goals of the Rio Conventions on Climate, Biodiversity, and Desertification.
Wed 20 Nov 2024 18:30 – 20:00 Side Event Room 5
Chaired by: Kilaparti Ramakrishna, WHOI
Speakers:
Ambassador Peter Thomson, UN SG Special Envoy for the Ocean
Lídia Bulcão, Secretary of State for Maritime Affairs, Portugal
Group photo of speakers at the “Three COPS: One Ocean” session. Credit: Dr. Suzan EL-Gharabawy, NIOF
Other side event speaking slots
Navigating Climate Impacts on Marine Biodiversity and Ecosystems for a Healthy Ocean Future
Thur 21 Nov 2024 10 am – 11 am at the ICESCO pavilion
This event addresses the growing impacts of climate change on marine biodiversity and ecosystems. Experts, policymakers, and advocates will come together to discuss solutions for protecting ocean health in the face of rising temperatures, acidification, and sea-level rise. Key discussions will focus on conservation strategies, restoring ecosystems, the importance of marine protected areas, and integrating indigenous knowledge. The goal is to explore collaborative approaches to safeguarding marine life and ensuring a resilient and sustainable future for the world’s oceans.
Organised by: ICESCO (Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization), LAS (League of Arab States), and MHMC (Marine Hazards Mitigation Center)
Speakers include: Dr. Suzan El-Gharabawy (NIOF), Prof. Alex David Rogers (NOC), Dr Lilian Krug (POGO), Prof. Amr Hamouda (MHMC)
Harnessing Ocean Observations for Sustainable Development and Coastal Resilience
Thur 21 Nov 2024 1pm – 2pm at the ICESCO pavilion
As our planet faces the consequences of climate change, one of the most pressing challenges we confront is the rising sea levels, damaging floods from storm surges. The gradual encroachment of the seas upon our coastlines threatens coastal communities, ecosystems, and economies around the world. In the face of this imminent threat, innovative strategies and solutions are emerging to mitigate the impacts of rising seas. This session provides an opportunity to engage and discuss about recent sea level related hazard impacts, challenges, and resilient strategies and solutions.
Organised by: ICESCO (Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization), LAS (League of Arab States), and MHMC (Marine Hazards Mitigation Center)
Speakers include: Dr. Suzan El-Gharabawy (NIOF), Prof. Matt Frost (PML), Dr Lilian Krug (POGO), Prof. Amr Hamouda (MHMC)
(with co-hosts: Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) , International Coastal and Ocean Organization (ICO) and University of Plymouth)
Mon 18 November to Thurs 21 November 2024 Exhibit booth 31 Blue Zone
Why the Ocean Matters in Climate Negotiations: Sharing the latest developments in climate challenges, impacts & options towards sustainable ocean development connecting science, industry, policy & society on ocean action in the UNFCCC processes and strengthening NDCs.
This stand is in partnership with Plymouth Marine Laboratory, the Global Ocean Forum, and the University of Plymouth. View the COP29 exhibits overview
