IEEE’s role in combatting climate change at COP29

IEEE continues to raise its clarity as a reliable voice to reduce the effects Climate. last year Sephor Rahman2023 IEEE presidentThe organization represented several sessions in The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29). Representatives of more than 200 countries attended the November event, which was held in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Rahman, Energy Expert, Electrical Professor and Computer engineering in Virginia Technology. In Baku, discuss iEEE efforts, including Helping to develop technologies that help reduce climate changeTeaching sustainable technologies for young engineers in Developing countriesAnd publishing unbiased information.

Then in December, IEEE and International Communications Union A symposium on climate flexibility was held. Rahman was the general president of the event. In addition to high -level representatives of United Nations agencies, there were representatives from others IEEE groups Including Association of Authority and Energyand Standards Associationand Young professionalsAnd the organization European Office.

the It happened It was held at the ITU headquarters in Geneva on December 12 and 13. Among the participants were engineers, industry experts, policy makers, researchers and standards development institutions. Discussions were held on four main areas: research, technology and standards; Politics, organization and implementation; Education and skills development; Financing, trade and development.

IEEE climatic business activities at COP29

IEEE can serve humanity by enhancing clean climate technology solutions SustainabilityThe Most Merciful announced in COP29 offer.

He said: “There is an urgent need for pragmatic and accessible technical solutions to address climate change.” “As engineers and technicians, we are in a unique position to provide technical solutions and provide a neutral space for discussion and work.”

The most prominent IEEE resources, including Climate The web site, which includes all the organization’s resources. the Climate Change Group at IEEE Xplore Digital Library Contains publications and the facts of the conference, Technical standardsAnd other research materials. The latest research and upcoming conferences are in IEEE Climate Technology Center.

The Most Merciful indicated IEEE standards communication Programs on Green hydrogenand Carbon dioxide removalAnd Electrical technology for low carbon building.

repeat Six possible solutions to Carbon removal In the industrial and emerging economies that were promoted for the first time in Cop27 In 2022 to facilitate the global transformation towards Renewable energy. Solutions include reducing the use of electricity; Make coal plants more efficient; Use hydrogenand Carbon captureStorage techniques; Enhance Renewable energy sources; Install new types of Nuclear reactors; And encourage energy transmission across the border.

Rahman attended several side events COP29:

Al -Rahman pointed out that the “skills” covering the renewable lights session in ways to increase the capacity of electricity by 2030. A skilled workforce is needed to achieve the goal, so it will require an investment in education and training. He said that he believes that countries should consider their borders to find experienced technicians to help designing, installing and preserving renewable energy projects. He pointed out that IEEE can help enable the transfer of knowledge and the development of the workforce.

The financing and technology event focused on climate work. Rahman said that the money alone will not solve the problem, without a viable technical plan. He said that the role of IEEE is to help facilitate investments in carbon reduction techniques by enhancing energy -saving systems and renewable energy projects.

“There is an urgent need for pragmatic and accessible technical solutions to address climate change. As engineers and technicians, we are in a unique position to provide technical solutions and provide a neutral space for discussion and work.” -2023 IEEE head Sephor Rahman

In developing green skills Young professionals A session, talked about the need to train young engineers in developing countries on renewable energy and sustainable technologies. Refer Climate Climate and Sustainability Action SquadIt was launched in 2023 to encourage the next generation to lead initiatives and develop potential solutions. and condition I published it Institute It discusses many modern activities of the work team.

the Dialogue box between generations to form future climate landscape The session covered the management of the atmosphere in the long run Carbon dioxideBuilding a global climate risk network, and align carbon pricing worldwide.

Rahman again referred to 30,000 young professionals from IEEE from 190 countries. Encourage the audience to take advantage of it to help spread the word on how to help technology process climate change.

International Communications Union The Secretary -General Doreen Bogdan Martin and IEEE Sephor Rahman in 2023 of the committee members at the United Nations symposium to discuss technologies that could help reduce climate change. D. Woldu/ITU

“IEEE has a very strong climate change program,” he said. “We write the papers, but we [also] You want to make sure that people on the ground benefit from our work. IEEE has sections in more than 140 countries. It includes engineers, information technology and even businessmen. I am dealing with you for use for the benefit of the local community. “

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In the opening notes of Rahman, he emphasized an approach from bottom to technology that supports policy frameworks from top to bottom, ensuring that more than 486,000 members are invited Human techniques– You can contribute to solutions.

James E Matthews IIIPresident IEEE Standards AssociationHe stressed that technical standards are the basis for developed climate solutions. He said that the lightness of organizations such as Iee SA is to develop guidelines for new technologies, including artificial intelligence Green technology solutions have led to its rapid adoption.

In discussing how a role intellectual propertyespecially PatentsIt can help achieve the United Nations Sustainable development goalsIEEE colleague Claudio Canzareris He called for a shift from isolated and ownership work to more cooperative solutions. Electrical and Computer engineering Professor Waterlo UniversityIn Ontario, CanadaClear how IEEE can play an important role.

Another topic of discussion was the need to educate and train people to implement climate -resistant techniques. Sinha Satish HigdyIEEE member, highlighting how IEEE young professionals The climate and sustainability team provides guidance and training. Higdy, a scientific researcher, is to lead the work group’s partnership. The work group held Plate During the Climate Week last year, NYC, which lasted from September 22 to 29 to coincide with the United Nations Future Summit. The most prominent climate change experts from governmental organizations and agencies around the world intersection Technology, politicsAnd the participation of the citizen.

How can Iee help

A summary From the IEEE-IIU symposium determines the ways that IEE can continue to play a leadership role in the flexibility of climate by expanding partnerships, unifying solutions, enhancing the data warehouse, enhancing circular economies, and progressing in sustainable practices Digital gap.

The summary concludes that by finding more partners, creating and enhancing standards, and enhancing capacity building, IEEE can stimulate systematic change, which contributes to a more flexible future.