UNFCCC: Transparent Climate Reporting as a Tool for Evidence-Based Policy Development and Climate Finance Access
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At the Global Transparency Forum in Songdo, the UNFCCC Secretariat underlined the role of transparency as a central enabler of climate action. Under the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF), more than 100 countries have now submitted their first Biennial Transparency Reports. The reporting process is supported by over 10,000 trained experts and 1,200 certified technical reviewers
According to the UNFCCC, transparency reporting is no longer only a technical exercise. It provides governments with an evidence base to assess financing and technology needs, evaluate progress in mitigation and adaptation, and inform international processes such as the Global Stocktake. A synthesis report of the Biennial Transparency Reports will be released ahead of COP30 to support Parties in updating and implementing their climate commitments.
The significance of the ETF goes beyond compliance. Transparent data systems create the foundation for inclusive and evidence-based decision-making, enhance public trust, and foster cooperation and data-sharing among countries. By linking evidence with action, the ETF not only guides governments toward more ambitious and resilient national policies but also contributes to global progress in meeting the goals of the Paris Agreement
Relevant question for policy stakeholders: How can India strengthen its national reporting systems under the Enhanced Transparency Framework to unlock climate finance, ensure accountability, and design more ambitious climate policies?
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