Early Warning Systems (EWS) and Early Warning for Environment (EWE) are fundamental accelerators for the Achievement of Agenda 2030 and Sustainable Development. EWE is a complementary dimension of the Early Warning for All Initiative, endorsed by the UN Secretary-General, which is a critical adaptive measure for climate change, saving millions of lives and protecting socio-economic losses, with more impact on developing nations and the most vulnerable. EWE is a co-creation process involving now twelve UN Agencies and four Multi-Lateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs), aiming at providing Early Warning services to 100 developing countries until 2030.

In this engaging and informative session, we delve into the critical topic of EWS and EWE and their role in addressing the three planetary crises identified by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP): climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution.

The debate aims to uncover the effectiveness, challenges, and prospects of EWS in mitigating the impacts of natural and man-made hazards.

The debate will be structured into several key segments, each focusing on a specific aspect of EWS. Expert panelists will offer insights, backed by data and case studies, followed by interactive discussions and audience Q&A session.

Key Themes:

• Introduction to Early Warning Systems and Early Warning for Environment (EWE)
• Discussion on how the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030 and the Paris Climate Agreement incorporate EWS and EWE
• Space Technologies and Future Innovations
• Addressing the challenges in implementing and maintaining effective EWS and EWE, especially in developing countries.
• Debating the opportunities for international cooperation and technological innovation in enhancing EWS and EWE.