Background

Transparency of climate action and support is a cornerstone the multilateral climate change process. It builds trust, drives accountability, and allows the world to see whether we are truly making progress toward climate goals. The adoption of the Paris Agreement in 2015 marked a historic turning point — for the first time, all nations committed to report under a common framework, with flexibility for those that need it.

COP30 offers a timely moment of reflection. A full decade has passed since the adoption of the Paris Agreement, and anniversaries provide an opportunity to take stock of achievements while considering the path ahead. Looking to 2035, the evolution of the ETF will remain central to strengthening ambition, building confidence, and enhancing climate action.

Therefore, this event highlights both the progress achieved, the tasks that lie ahead and acts as the launch event for the T4T programme at COP30. Launched at COP27 by the UNFCCC, the #Together4Transparency collaborative initiative unites several groups of stakeholders committed to joining forces in the implementation of the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF), recognizing that all actors play a role in ensuring the success of the Paris Agreement.

Objective

• Maintain momentum for the continuous submission of BTRs and universal participation in the ETF;
• Show that Transparency is evolving and has central relevance within the Paris cycle.
• Draw attention to the T4T programme at COP30.

Agenda