The 15th AsiaPacific Seminar on Climate Change

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The 15th Asia-Pacific Seminar on Climate Change

• Overview of Discussion Topics
• Draft(31 Aug. 2005)

Prepared by the AP Seminar Secretariat kato_at_oecc.o
r.jp
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KeynoteChairs Guidance
Image of Seminars Structure
General theme
Specific theme
Specific theme
Specific theme
CDM
Adaptation
Co-benefits
General theme
Elements of APS Discussion
Report on APS to RWS
AP Regional WS on Art. 6 of the Convention
Joint Wrap-upMessages from Asia and the Pacific
General theme
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Session ICo-benefits of GHG Mitigation Efforts

• Introduction by Chair about goal, objective of
  the Session, showing a roadmap of discussions.

A Brief Introduction by Chair

• Presentation of a Paper by AGO.Energy Efficiency
  and Agricultural Co-benefits

Key Presentation

• Presentation by Mr. Kevin Rosseel, USEPA, on
  Co-benefits of GHG mitigation and experiences
  from Integrated Environmental Strategy(IES)
  Program

Key Presentation
Key Presentation

• Presentation by Mr. Cornie Huizenga, Clean Air
  Initiative for Asian Cities(CAI-Asia)

General Discussion (suggested topics
include)-The concept of Co-benefits (or
Ancillary benefits) being relatively new, the
discussion should first clarify the mechanisms
/structures of the concept proposed. Though, in
there are some variations or diversities in the
concept on academic level, the Seminar may focus
on recognizing its key elements, rather than
streamlining such a variety in the academic
discussion, if it prefers practical
discussion.-One may be interested in what would
be good menus (actions/policies integrating
different sectoral matters), to provide policy
makers/communities with opportunity for GHG
mitigation and other benefits??
Application/Replication of good examples from the
presentation may encourage participants visualize
more practical actions in their respective
countries. - What are technical measures/tools
that enables us to approach to it? i.e. Data on
GHG and Air Pollution Substances (Local AQM
Inventory), information dissemination
tools/public awareness to integrate communities?
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• Introduction by the Chair, on Operational Mode
  for CDM, Working for Environment with the
  Business Sector and the roadmap of the
  discussion of Part I Introduction to touch upon
  discussion points

Session IIClean Development Mechanism(Part1)
A Brief Introduction by Chair
Main Presentation

• Mr. N.Y Dinesh Babu, Asia Carbon B.V speaks
  about the updates of Intl Institution(e.g.
  CDMEB), and the development of the Carbon Market

Support Presentation

• Presentation by Ms Monali Ranade, MOEF,Government
  of India

Support Presentation

• Presentation by Mr. Akira Sekine, Det Norske
  Veritas

General Discussion (suggested topics
include)-After the Kyoto Protocol entered into
force, worlds carbon market has enlarged its
size, and started involving more stakeholders
than before. Recognizing the intrinsic nature of
CDM-ie, a market based instrument- one may have
to look continuously at the market. At the same
time, to better utilize the market mechanism for
sustainable development, the Seminar may wish to
discuss best practical measures in our way
forward. - Unfortunately, the window of
opportunities is said to be closing down,
countries may be interested to exchange views
with business sectors/CDM experts regarding
practical steps to promote investment by business
people. - The Procedural aspect of CDM is
something not to be neglected. There still are
new topics like bundling Small Scale CDM, or
application of new methodologies, which should
be understood by countries.
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• Introduction by the Chair, on Enabling
  Environment for CDM and the roadmap of the
  discussion of Part II. Introduction to touch upon
  discussion points

Session II Clean Development Mechanism(Part2)
A Brief Introduction by Chair

• Presentation on Japan Kyoto Mechanisms
  Acceleration Programme (JKAP) by the Govt of
  Japan

Main Presentation

• Presentation by Ms. Mariko Fujimori, Pacific
  Consultants K.K.

Support Presentation
support Presentation

• Presentation by Mr. Sum Thy, Chief of Climate
  Change Office, Cambodia

General Discussion (suggested topics include)-
This part will focus on what are the roles to be
played by the Public Sector in creating an
enabling environment for CDM. - Since most
countries in the region are host countries, where
Designated National Authority (DNA) is very
influential to countrys success of CDM,
participants may wish to share practical
experiences in setting host country approval
criteria/procedures, and the situation of their
implementation.- Participants may also include
those from the private sectors engaged in project
development, carbon brokerage, and other types of
CDM business. It may be a very good opportunity
for countries to exchange information/views on
issues(without any specific commitment!), so that
understanding about the situation is enhanced.
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• Introduction by the Chair, on Managing the
  Risks and the roadmap of the discussion of Part I

Session III Adaptation to Climate Change (Part I)
A Brief Introduction by Chair

• Presentation on Updates of Vulnerability
  Assessment and adaptation to climate change by
  Prof. Mimura, Ibaraki University

Main Presentation
-Presentation by Mr. Hiroki Hashizume,
Asia-Pacific Network on Global Change Research
(APN)
Support Presentation
Support presentation
-Presentation by Ms. Joyceline Goco, Deputy
Director, DENR-EMB, Philippines
General Discussion (suggested talking
points)-The Session may wish to capture on the
most updated situation of the VA in
academia/science field, as well as policy field,
which will provide a solid and sound foundation,
on which countries would make action to adapt to
climate change. -Bearing the intrinsic nature of
VA discussion, which is relatively not stream
lined, the Session may tentatively focus on
technical/science aspects of the issue, and
related matters, rather than having broader
socio-economic aspects.-Capacity Building is one
key theme in the discussion. Bearing the gap and
constraints of the current situation, the
participants may wish to exchange ideas on how CB
activities should serve in the region.
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Session III Adaptation to Climate Change (Part
II)

• Introduction Mainstreaming of Adaptation to
  Climate Change

A Brief Introduction by Chair

• Assessment and Integration of Adapation Measures
  by Australian Greenhouse Office

Key Presentation I

• Mainstreaming Adaptation (Micro Adaptation)by
  Dr. Ancha Srinivasan

Key Presentation II
Support Presentation

• Presentation by Mr. Brian Phillips, Climate
  Change Coordinator, Vanuatu

General Discussion (suggested topics include)The
focus of this Part is how countries and
communities in the region can mainstream the
issue of adaptation to climate change into their
development planning. -What are common and
generic element of mainstreaming Adaptation
Issues? OR, it is possible for us to take a
universal approach to mainstreaming?(Assessment
could be done on the level, scope, context etc.
of the commonality of those elementsif not
generally/commonly applicable-similar approached
cold be take to similar countries/communities)-
PMA may be a possible remedy to adaptation to CC
in countries. If so, each country may discuss
how they can apply this concept. -
Education/awareness may/should play a role in
adaptation to CC. How/When/to Whom?