Baku, Azerbaijan — On November 18, Women leaders will share critical strategies to advance a fossil fuel phaseout and a Just Transition that supports communities and ecosystems. This press conference is organized by the Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Last year, countries agreed to transition off of fossil fuels, yet, over 1770 fossil fuel lobbyists have been granted access to the COP29 summit in Baku— one of the largest delegations this year. In addition to sharing strategies for a fossil fuel phaseout, panelists will also highlight the role of climate finance in supporting equitable solutions and ensuring accountability in the Just Transition.​

COP29 Press Conference – Women Leading Fossil Fuel Phaseout and A Just Transition

When: Monday, November 18, 17:30 - 18:00 AZT

Where: Press Conference - Natavan, Blue Zone, COP29, Baku

Who:

• Eriel Tchekwie Deranger (Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation), Executive Director of Indigenous Climate Action, Canada

• Dr. Amiera Sawas, Head of Research and Policy at the Fossil Fuel Non Proliferation Treaty

• Mela Chiponda, Director of the Shine Collab, Zimbabwe

• Osprey Orielle Lake, Executive Director of the Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN), USA