Amman, Sept. 10 (Petra) — Participants at Baku Climate Action Week
(BCAW) 2026 tackled mechanisms to accelerate energy transition and
enhance global climate action, focusing on renewable energy, climate
finance, emissions reduction, and regional cooperation.

In a press release issued Thursday, the Azerbaijani Embassy in Amman
stated that the forum covers Azerbaijan’s expanding role in green
energy, opportunities for exporting electricity generated from
renewable sources, and green hydrogen development.

Discussions also highlighted the role of regional power grid
interconnections in securing energy supplies and supporting the shift
to clean energy.

Talking at the event, President of COP29 and Azerbaijani Presidential
Representative for Climate Issues Mukhtar Babayev underscored the
necessity of translating climate commitments into actionable
outcomes.

He noted that hosting the Baku event for the third consecutive year
reflects his country’s commitment to “prioritizing” climate
initiatives and building international partnerships.

For her part, Nigar Arpadarai, MP, Climate Change High-Level Champion
for COP29 and BCAW Project Lead stated the event has solidified its
position within global climate weeks, emphasizing Azerbaijan’s
continued role in driving climate dialogue following COP29.

Sessions also explored the application of artificial intelligence and
digital technologies in climate change adaptation, specifically
within agricultural systems and water resource management.

BCAW runs through Sept. 11, held in conjunction with the UNFCCC
Climate Week.

//Petra// NQ