The World Bank Group at COP29

The World Bank Group is deepening our analysis of how countries can address their climate and development challenges together: How will people be affected? What can they do to adapt and cope? What are the political economy challenges? How can policymakers manage trade-offs? And What are the key actions to shape a livable planet? Find out more.

This session will discuss the results of the World Bank’s Regional Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR), highlighting policy and investment priorities for the Western Balkans. A panel discussion with government officials will explore achieving a resilient, net zero development path, aligned with growth and development objectives. WATCH

Small islands urgently need to build climate resilience and address their unique vulnerabilities. Drawing on lessons from the Maldives, Pacific Atoll, Grenada and Cape Verde, this event will explore solutions and financing options, including building greater international and private sector partnerships.

Addressing the Sahel region’s fragility requires a multi-faceted approach, beyond environmental interventions, creating resilient landscapes that provide food, jobs, livelihoods, and hope. This event will showcase SAHEL RESILAND efforts across Sahel countries, tackling the complex nexus of climate change, land degradation, entrepreneurship, social cohesion, and security. Discover how innovative approaches can address natural resources degradation, foster peace, and empower youth to take action in one of the world’s most vulnerable regions to climate change.

The transition to net zero carbon emissions is among the region’s greatest challenges. However, by investing early and selecting the right mix of technologies and policies, South Asia can seize the window of opportunity to ensure energy security and leverage the energy transition for sustainable and climate-resilient growth.

This panel will bring together representatives from the government of Türkiye, the private sector, and the World Bank Group to reveal the details of a 10 year partnership on water efficiency, including how Türkiye will set its efficiency targets and implement a program of reforms and investments to achieve them.

The event will examine how Yemen and Djibouti's CCDRs integrate climate action with development needs in challenging contexts. The discussion will focus on water, food security, and building resilience, while exploring the role of governments and organizations in inclusive efforts for vulnerable populations, best practices, and financing mechanisms for implementation.

Join the World Bank’s roundtable discussion to explore the alarming rise in forest fires across Latin America, driven by El Niño, deforestation, and climate change. Experts will discuss a strategic framework focusing on three pillars: valuation of damages, assessment of wildfire management using the 5Rs framework, and targeted financial instruments.