Who can Participate?

Young Researchers / Post-Doctoral Fellows (PDFs) / Research Fellows / SRF / JRF/ Ph.D. Holders / Ph.D. Scholars / Project Associates / Post Graduate Students / Think Tanks / Civil Society Organizations

About The Conference of Provinces 2024


The Government of India has been actively addressing climate change through numerous programs and policies. Building on these efforts, the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, in partnership with the Department of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of Uttar Pradesh, is pleased to announce the National Climate Conclave: Conference of Provinces. This event will be held on 12th & 13th December 2024 at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow.

The event is a key component of India’s ongoing efforts to address climate change and its impacts. It will bring together a diverse group of participants, including government officials, researchers, academics, and experts from both national and international organizations, with the goal of fostering collaboration and advancing climate action. Representatives from UN agencies, bilateral organizations, and embassies will also take part in the discussions. The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, along with the Union Cabinet Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Government of India,will inaugurate the conclave.

Outcome notes for the event


The Conference of Provinces 2024 will transform cutting-edge research into practical frameworks, equipping policymakers with predictive insights on climate change and actionable support for interventions. These frameworks enable policymakers to explore different scenarios, refine their understanding of climate dynamics, and make data-driven decisions. The conclave underscores the critical role of continuous knowledge exchange in applying innovative research to climate policy, enhancing both regional and national efforts for climate adaptation and mitigation. It reaffirms the commitment to strengthening research-policy synergies, ensuring India stays on course to achieve its climate goals under the Paris Agreement.

Thematic Areas


National Adaptation Plan
Transforming Climate Finance for availability, accessibility, and affordability
Climate/Disaster Resilient Infrastructure
Public Health & Climate Change
Circular Economy & Waste Management
Wetlands for Climate Protection & Water Security
Localization of Climate Action
Innovative Approaches for Public-Private Partnership
AI's Potential and Challenges in Climate Action

Important Dates


25 Oct, 2024
Registration Start
22 Nov, 2024
Last date of Online Registration
29 Nov, 2024
Shortlisting of Participants
12 - 13 Dec, 2024
Conference of Provinces

Information on the organizing team