AFTERNOON PASS

1:00 PM - 7:00 PM SGT

Immerse yourself in a world of learning and inspiration with the AlterCOP afternoon pass! This FREE pass provides you with entry to all afternoon plenary sessions, featuring renowned speakers and thought leaders who will share their expertise and insights. Join us for these enlightening discussions on thought-provoking topics.

Opening of AlterCOP - Climate Change & Climate Justice

Time: 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Opening speeches at AlterCOP will introduce the key objectives and challenges of COP29, highlighting the critical role of climate justice in addressing these issues.
Introduction of COP29 main goals by Armelle Le Comte, Climate Expert
Climate Justice introduction by Sammie Ho Dumas, group leader Climate Change & Climate Justice (AlterCOP)

Expert Talk: Why is Climate Change an Existential Threat for Singapore?

Time: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
A comprehensive exploration of how climate change may affect Singapore and the surrounding region, examining rising sea levels, extreme weather patterns, and shifting ecosystems. This analysis will consider the vulnerabilities of the region, regional economic impacts, and the challenges posed.
Speaker: Dr Stephen Chua, Research Assistant Professor (Earth Observatory of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University Singapore)

NGO Testimony: Water.org

Time: 2:45 PM – 3:15 PM
Learn how Water.org supports investment in water systems that improve health, but more importantly, empower women, provide access to education and increase family income. 2.2 billion people still do not have access to safe water. They are working to change that!
Speaker: Gay Santos, Regional Director, Southeast Asia (Water.org)

Panel Discussion: The Role of Businesses and Consumers for sustainability

Time: 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM
A discussion on why and how businesses and consumers can proactively influence sustainability and climate justice.
Speakers: Samuel Chauffaille, Regional Director, AsiaPacific (Ecocert); Audrey Yang, Founder & Sustainability Consultant (Thought Partner Eco); Roberta Pinamonti, Associate Director (BSR)
Moderator: Ivona Balint-Kowalczyk, Sustainability consultant, Founder (Sustainao)

Expert Talk: The Social Aspect of Sustainability - Measuring What Matters

Time: 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Overview of Social Sustainability: Why businesses need to consider more than just their environmental impact and why social metrics are harder to measure than environmental ones, due to the complexity and variety of issues to cover.
Speaker: Ivona Balint-Kowalczyk, Sustainability consultant, Founder (Sustainao)

Expert Talk: The Right to a Clean Environment

Time: 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
Exploring the recent legal developments in human rights in relation to environmental rights.
Speaker: Matthew Kasdin, General Counsel (Impact Investment Exchange - IIX), Lecturer on Corporate Ethics and Sustainability (SMU)

Expert Talk: What is Climate Justice? What is a Just Transition?

Time: 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM
The speaker lead a team of research in 2023 who mapped over 600+ initiatives that spans 4 regions and globally. The talk will highlight the need to swiftly address climate action and human rights at the same time, and how inclusion, agency, accountability and power imbalances are to be watched out for during the transitioning out and in lower carbon economy.
Speaker: Maia C. Rossi, Managing Director (Climate Horizons)

EVENING PASS

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM SGT

The Evening pass gives access to AlterCOP 29 - Spotlight Programme. It offers an opportunity to explore complex topics with various speakers and formats, while enjoying drinks in a relaxed networking atmosphere.

Strengthening Climate Resilience in Singapore and Beyond, ensuring Protection for Vulnerable Communities

Speakers: Prof. Veera Sekaran, Professor (National University of Singapore); Prof. Benjamin Horton, Director (Earth Observatory of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University Singapore); Jason Judd, Executive Director (Cornell university global labor institute)

Moderator: Stephanie Dickson, founder (GITNB Asia)

7:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Registration. A time to also enjoy refreshments & network with other attendees.
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM:
- Panel Discussion
- Q&A Session with the speakers
9:00 PM - onwards: Networking & Mingling - Finish off the evening by chatting and connecting with fellow attendees.

WORKSHOPS

Unlock more AlterCOP experiences with workshops! Each ticket grants you exclusive access to one workshop, so be sure to select a ticket for every workshop/masterclass you’re eager to attend!

WORKSHOP: Climate Fresk

Time: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM SGT
Description: Climate Fresk is a collaborative workshop to collectively understand the implications of climate change and trigger action.
Facilitator: Andras Komlosi, founder (SPECC.earth)

WORKSHOP: Challenge the Narrative - Climate Justice

Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM SGT
Description: A writing workshop to make us realise what we already know about climate justice, reflect on what we have discovered during the day and dare to challenge the narrative.
Facilitator: Marla Lise, Earthling (The Eco Chapter)

MASTERCLASSES

Unlock more AlterCOP experiences with masterclasses! Each ticket grants you exclusive access to one masterclass, so be sure to select a ticket for every workshop/masterclass you’re eager to attend!

MASTERCLASS: The Doughnut Economy explained

MASTERCLASS: The S of ESG

Time: 3:15 PM – 5:15 PM SGT
Description: This interactive masterclass will cover the importance of Social, the "S" of ESG, and how this factor can help improve your brand value, employee engagement & ESG score.
Facilitator: Sumathy Krishnan, founder (Sustainpath)

AlterCOP 29 - Climate Change & Climate Justice

11th November