The HFLD Conference on Climate Finance Mobilization will bring together leaders of the high forest cover, low deforestation (HFLD) nations.
Organized by the Government of Suriname, the Conference aims to: strengthen cooperation, collaboration and exchange of knowledge and experience among HFLD countries; develop joint strategies and positions to help maintain their intact forests and preserve forest cover; raise awareness of the global importance of HFLD countries and their productive landscapes in combating climate change; share knowledge about climate finance mechanisms available for HFLD countries; and strengthen the payment structure for ecosystem services to advance sustainable development while mitigating the risk of forest destruction and biodiversity loss.
DATE
12–15 February 2019
LOCATION
Paramaribo, Suriname