Sweden and Bolivia have been named as the latest members of the Coalition for High Ambition and Multilevel Partnerships (CHAMP), an initiative to advance urban climate action projects through multilevel collaboration.
The two countries are the 76th and 77th members to join the CHAMP coalition, which was launched at COP28 in Dubai two years ago.
Sweden and Bolivia
Both Sweden and Bolivia boast an impressive track record when it comes to pursuing ambitious climate policies – Sweden, for example, has a national strategy to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045, not to mention a long-standing carbon tax policy, which has been in place since 1991.
In terms of urban innovation, meanwhile, cities such as Stockholm (pictured) and Gothenburg have implemented ‘eco-districts’, smart grids, and biofuel-powered transport initiatives.
Bolivia, despite being ‘highly vulnerable’ to climate impacts, has also taken a proactive climate strategy, through its ‘Vivir Bien’ (Living Well) holistic vision, and the Framework Law of Mother Earth, established in 2012, which integrated adaptation and mitigation into national development plans.
The South American country is also taking steps towards a cleaner energy future, with investments in renewable energies such as hydropower, solar and wind, as well as a comprehensive rural electrification programme, which is set to be completed by the end of the decade.
Global reach
‘Each new member strengthens CHAMP’s global reach, influence, and ability to advance ambitious urban climate action at a global level,’ C40.org said in a statement.
‘The coalition was established to accelerate collective climate action, strengthen multilateral cooperation, and ensure that countries work in unison with their cities and regions toward ambitious emissions reduction targets and resilient, sustainable urban development. Its mission is to keep climate ambition high on the global agenda and foster multilevel partnerships across diverse nations and ecosystems.’ Read more here and here.
