Nepal to push for permanent mountain agenda, faster climate disaster funding at COP31
Summary
Nepal will push at COP31 for a permanent mountain agenda, a dedicated UNFCCC work programme on mountain ecosystems and faster release of climate disaster funds. The government says its priorities include stronger loss-and-damage support, predictable climate finance and international recognition of mountain-specific risks.
Key Points
- Nepal plans to seek formal recognition of mountain-specific climate risks and a permanent mountain agenda in UN climate negotiations at COP31.
- The government wants a dedicated work programme on mountain ecosystems, an annual high-level dialogue and a scientific assessment of overshooting the 1.5-degree warming limit in mountain regions.
- A key demand is faster and more predictable loss-and-damage funding, including a strengthened rapid response mechanism and simplified access to climate finance.
- Nepal’s position paper also stresses adaptation finance, support for hydropower and clean energy, and climate action for agriculture, health and vulnerable communities.
