This presentation discussed the economic, social, and environmental case for swapping subsidies from fossil fuels to renewable energy, and the concept and process of a fossil fuel subsidy swap. It also considered the impact of subsidy swaps, its implication to policymaking, current global progress, and scaling up.

This presentation gave an overview of the Renewables 2019 Global Status Report published by REN21, an international policy network dedicated to building a sustainable renewable energy future. It showcased trends in critical renewable energy indicators such as solar PV, bio-power, geothermal, and wind power, as well as some insights on what is needed to advance the energy transition.

This presentation shared two strategies that aimed to transform the energy efficiency market in India. It also showcased two programs: the Unnat Jyoti by Affordable LEDs for All (UJALA) and the India-EU Clean Energy and Climate Partnership (CECP) to illustrate the creation for demand/financing and the promotion of cooperation and knowledge exchange.

This presentation showcased two power facilities with carbon capture and storage (CCS) facilities in Saskatchewan, Canada. It also emphasized how CCS technology transfers can enhance developed countries' provision to developing through urgent and adequate finance and capacity-building support, as well as the importance of multi-stakeholder initiatives to drive development.

This presentation gave an overview of the Private Financing Advisory Network (PFAN), a multilateral public-private partnership initiated by the Climate Technology Initiative and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). PFAN identifies and nurtures promising, innovative clean and renewable energy projects by bridging the gap between investors, clean energy entrepreneurs and project developers.

This presentation showcased a case study illustrating a public-private partnership linked overseas development assistance (ODA), as well as an international approach to support green growth in developing countries, which starts from the research stage and carries through the deployment stage.

This presentation gave an overview of the evolution of private-public partnerships in various sectors in India and its energy sector. It also showcased PPPs in smartgrid deployment and distribution franchising, and how PPP is promoting energy efficiency. The presentation also shared some lessons learned from the implementation of these PPPs.

This presentation gave an overview of the Republic of Korea's national target for GHG reduction, as well as its national research and development budget for its climate change initiatives in 2018. It also showcased how the government facilitated private sector participation, and provided suggestions on how to create an enabling environment for the private sector to create and expand industries and investment in climate technology.

In this presentation, Mr. Keisuke Sadamori discussed the trend in global energy demand, the shifting energy investment spending patterns, and the global demand for fossil fuels and its impact on emissions. He also emphasized the importance of collaborating with other energy sector actors in redoubling efforts to drive the clean energy transition while ensuring energy security in Asia.

In this presentation, Ms. Fiza Farhan highlighted why optimal development pathways can only be accomplished by including all segments of society. She touched on gender inclusion, access to energy, and other social aspects that can be incorporated into energy sector development approaches to create the highest value and impact.