Quezon City takes the lead in addressing the climate crisis in Southeast Asia, as it is set to host this year’s C40’s Southeast Asia UCAP CAI Programme’s Regional Academy.
In August, city officials, policymakers, and municipal delegates from Jakarta, Indonesia; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Johannesburg, South Africa; Accra, Ghana; and Quezon City will convene to discuss the mainstreaming of Inclusive Climate Action (ICA) and highlight the urgency of building the capacities of cities to adapt and thrive amidst the climate crisis.
“We are thrilled to share our city’s success stories, case studies, and best practices in implementing inclusive climate action with other academy participants.”
The academy will also serve as a venue for city representatives to share experiences, engage in discussions, and learn from one another to stimulate collaboration and accelerate the implementation of policies.
“Quezon City is committed to being at the forefront of creating a sustainable and liveable environment for all. We are thrilled to share our city’s success stories, case studies, and best practices in implementing inclusive climate action with other academy participants. QC is also looking forward to learning about other cities’ experiences and programs that we can adapt and initiate in our barangays,” Mayor Joy Belmonte said.
“I am proud to see Quezon City spearheading this critical initiative to address inclusivity whilst responding to the climate crisis. This academy embodies the spirit of collaboration and underscores the urgency of empowering our cities to adapt and thrive in the face of climate challenges – without leaving anyone behind. By hosting the C40’s Southeast Asia UCAP CAI Programme’s Regional Academy, Quezon City will provide a pivotal platform for global cities to unite, exchange insights, and develop practical solutions for their respective contexts. Together, cities can accelerate the implementation of inclusive climate action and advance climate justice for all,” C40 Cities Regional Director for East, Southeast Asia, and Oceania Milag San Jose-Ballesteros said.
“Platforms for knowledge sharing and collaboration, such as the UK-supported CAI Regional Academy, are powerful tools that can help facilitate and drive the urgent action required to make cities safer, more resilient, and more liveable.”
“Cities are integral to society. They also play a dual role in the climate change space – requiring increasing adaptation measures as well as innovations to grow sustainably as urbanization increases. No one city has all the answers to this intersection of challenges. As such, platforms for knowledge sharing and collaboration, such as the UK-supported CAI Regional Academy, are powerful tools that can help facilitate and drive the urgent action required to make cities safer, more resilient, and more liveable. The British Embassy Manila is delighted to be able to support Quezon City and all participating delegates in the Academy this August,” British Embassy Manila Economic and Climate Counsellor Lloyd Cameron explained.
To showcase QC’s climate programs, delegates will also visit several ICA-related initiatives, offering tangible examples and insights for implementing similar measures in their cities.
The C40 Regional Academy is part of C40’s Climate Action Implementation (CAI) Southeast Asia Programme, funded by the UK Government’s Urban Climate Action Programme (UCAP). This initiative supports 15 cities across Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia in implementing impactful climate actions and integrating climate strategies into their urban plans.
In Southeast Asia, the program collaborates closely with Quezon City, Jakarta, and Kuala Lumpur in addressing the climate crisis through transformational climate action implementation to enhance energy efficiency and expand the adoption of renewable energy in buildings.
C40 is a global network of nearly 100 mayors from leading cities worldwide. They are committed to a collaborative, science-based approach to fighting the climate crisis, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and climate risks while improving the health, well-being, and economic opportunities of urban residents.
