Peace Boat US is excited to announce our participation in COP28, the annual United Nations Climate Change Conference taking place November 30 – December 12, 2023 in Dubai, UAE. COP28 is the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Peace Boat US is an accredited observer to the UNFCCC and will be joining civil society partners in action to support those on the front lines of the climate crisis, including from Small Island Developing States (SIDS). To our partners who are also able to attend the Conference – we look forward to continuing our collaboration in Dubai and hope you can join our events listed below.
Making Waves: Partnerships for Youth Capacity Building and Engagement for the UN Ocean Decade of Science for Sustainable Development!
November 30 – December 12
All day exhibit, US Center Pavilion – Blue Zone
Peace Boat US has curated an interactive art exhibition featuring images from the UN Ocean Decade program including AR (Augmented Reality) to raise awareness for ocean and climate action. Attendees will be able to download the ‘Artivive’ app for free and see the images in the AR gallery come to life, bringing special messages for climate action and preservation of our ocean.
The Making Waves exhibit will showcase Peace Boat’s collaborations across the United States working with local governments, academia, civil society and youth groups to develop capacity building for youth. Peace Boat’s collaborations focus on the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development, a major global initiative to deepen scientific knowledge of the sea and revitalize our oceans. The exhibit will draw on Peace Boat activities over the past year and announce new initiatives including Peace Boat US’ “Youth for the SDGs” scholarship program, supporting youth to travel the world onboard Peace Boat, which sails with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) logo on the hull, bringing the message of the SDGs to more than 100 countries per year.
Press Conference
Monday, December 4
11:00-11:30 am
Press Conference Room 2, Zone B6 – Building 77
Peace Boat is hosting a press conference highlighting sustainability education for the UN Ocean Decade and Youth Leadership for Ocean and Climate Action. This event hosts Youth for the SDGs Scholars Kneyone Murray and Francisco Lara along with Jacquelyn Francis from Global Warming Mitigation Projects, Herland Cerveaux of OceanHub Africa, and Francois Rogers from Blue Planet Alliance, moderated by Emilie McGlone, Director of Peace Boat US.
Achieving 100% Renewable Energy by 2045
Tuesday, December 5
2:00 pm
Extreme Hangout Pavilion Green Zone
Tickets: https://greenzonepass-register.cop28.com
Peace Boat and Blue Planet Alliance are hosting an event to showcase how our initiatives and efforts are heading towards 100% renewable energy by 2045. Youth for the SDGs scholars, Blue Planet Alliance Global Ambassadors and Peace Boat US representatives will join this discussion.
Sailing for the UN Ocean Decade: Education for the SDGs and Innovation for the Decarbonization of the Maritime Sector with Ecoship
Wednesday, December 6
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Ocean Pavilion – Blue Zone
Join Peace Boat US Director, Emilie McGlone for a presentation of the programs we designed for the UN Ocean Decade and the nature-inspired vessel that will be inspire decarbonization of the maritime sector and a renewable energy future. Get to know how the Ecoship will promote the UN Sustainable Development Goals and our efforts to empower youth for the UN Ocean Decade.
Island of Hope at COP28
December 4-8
Madinat Jumeirah Conference Centre, Dubai, UAE
Peace Boat is participating in the Island of Hope at COP 28! Island Innovation is the official Program Partner for the Island of Hope’s Island stage, taking place between the 4 – 8 December 2023. The Island Stage will host an extensive daily conference dedicated to bringing together key global actors from small island states and climate-vulnerable regions with donors, investors and solution providers to accelerate climate adaptation, resilience and ecosystem restoration.
Capacity Building and Connections: Amplifying Island Youth Voices for Climate Ambition and the SDGs
Wednesday, December 6
11:25 am – 12:30 pm
Island of Hope
Tickets: https://www.cop-28.org/island-of-hope
The event will demonstrate ways in which youth are leading the drive for greater climate ambition and climate adaptation. It will explore particularly the value of capacity building, networks and peer to peer exchange for youth from large ocean states as participants in the Peace Boat US “Youth for SDGs” program, which was officially endorsed by IOC UNESCO as a Contribution to the UN Ocean Decade, as well as Peace Boat’s Ocean and Climate Youth Ambassador program. The event will explore collaborations with governments, civil society and academia, looking at how youth can contribute to public engagement, education and awareness for political change.
Building on COP28
SDG17 – Alliance Partnership Panel
Wednesday, December 6
5:15 pm – 6:00 pm
Arizona State University Pavilion, Zone B7, Building 90
Building on COP28 Partnerships – GASP Pavilion Event
Wednesday, December 6
8:30 am – 10:30 am
Global Alliance for a Sustainable Planet (GASP) Pavillion – Blue Zone
Join us at the GASP Pavilion in the Blue Zone for a pivotal event, “Building on COP 28 Partnerships.” This session, hosted by Peace Boat US and Blue Planet Alliance, will focus on collaborative efforts towards achieving the SDGs and a 100% renewable energy future in Small Island Developing States by 2045. Be part of the conversation and engage with our youth leaders and advocates working towards a sustainable planet.
“Life Below Water” VIP Reception
Wednesday, December 7
7:00 – 10:00 pm
Atlantis – The Palm / The Lost Chambers Aquarium
Hosted by the Kingdom of Tonga and the Island Reslilience Partnership, the invitation-only reception in the world’s largest underground aquarium will convene island leaders, government officials, philanthropists, family offices, youth champions, innovators, cultural icons, corporate executives and civic leaders. Its purpose is to mobilize support for scalable solutions and proven partnerships, achieving the SDG14 targets, while facilitating “partnerships for the goals” amongst an extraordinaty netwrok of impact leaders from across sectors and around the world.
Press Conference – Peace Boat Ecoship Towards the Decarbonization of the Maritime Sector
Friay, December 8
10:30-11:00 am
Press Conference Room 2 – Blue Zone
Peace Boat Ecoship will bring together perspectives from different areas of the maritime sector to discuss the topic of decarbonization through Peace Boat by Emilie McGlone, Blue Planet Alliance by Henk Rogers, Ocean Acidification Alliance by Jessie Turner, and Ocean and Climate Youth Ambassador Khadija Stewart. Find us at Press Conference Room 2 in Zone B6 of Building 77.
Greening Communities Climate Education, Capacity-building and Awareness Raising for the SDGs
Saturday, December 9
12:30-1:30 pm
Greening Education Hub – Green Zone
Join us at the Greening Education Hub Green Zone for an impactful event titled “Greening Communities: Climate Education, Capacity Building and Awareness Raising for the SDGs.” Hosted by Peace Boat US, Blue Planet Alliance, EarthEco International, Island Innovation, and Ocean Acidifcation Alliance this session promises to be an exciting opportunity to discuss climate education!
Capacity Building and Connections: Amplifying Youth Voices for Climate Ambition
Saturday, December 9
4:00-4:50 pm
Moana Blue Pacific Pavilion – Blue Zone
The event will demonstrate ways in which youth are leading the drive for greater climate ambition and climate adaptation. It will explore particularly the value of capacity building, networks and peer to peer exchange for youth across the Pacific, as well as from other large ocean states. Participants in Peace Boat’s Youth for SDGs for the UN Ocean Decade which was launched this year as well as Peace Boat’s Ocean and Climate Youth Ambassador program which provide capacity building for youth from SIDS have said that the opportunity to build networks not only from the Pacific but also from SIDS in the Indian Ocean and Caribbean has strengthened their work in their own communities.
Capacity Building for Intergenerational Leadership and Youth Empowerment on the Climate and Ocean
Sunday, December 10
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
SE. Room 1 – Blue Zone
Join Peace Boat and partners in this dialogue about empowerment and intergenerational leadership for ambitious climate action. Young leaders and Peace Boat representatives will share their experiences and insights on what we need to drive ambition and make the processes for advocacy truly inclusive.
Bridging Horizons: Youth-Powered Climate Solutions in Latin America and the Caribbean
Monday, December 11
4:00-5:15 pm
Peru Pavillion, Blue Zone
Join us at the Peru Pavilion Blue Zone for “Bridging Horizons: Youth-powered Climate Solutions in Latin America and the Caribbean,” hosted by Kneyzuz Energy, Peruvian Ministry of Environment, Eco Vybz, and Peace Boat US. The event promises to be an immersive experience celebrating the relentless determination of youth fighting climate change. Join us to discover groundbreaking innovations, fostering cross-border collaboration, and amplify diverse voices as we collectively shape a sustainable future.
Sailing for Change – Film Festival for the UN Ocean Decade
Monday, December 11
6:30-8:00 pm
Extreme Hangout, Greenzone
Join us for a side-event at Peace Boat US Hangout: Sailing for Change Film Festival for the UN Ocean Decade. Please save the date for a memorable evening where we’ll explore the transformative power of film in advocating for positive change for the oceans.