Cooperation and Partnerships

Rio Conventions Calendar 2008 - Sponsor Statements

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of Norway

Mankind is changing the climate. Our common future is at stake. All countries must act with determination. We must cooperate under the umbrella of the UN and the Rio Conventions to ensure global legitimacy. Norway will do its part to reverse greenhouse gas emissions and aims to be carbon neutral by 2050.

The Regional Secretariat of the Environment and Natural Resources, Government of Madeira

The Regional Secretariat of the Environment and Natural Resources, Government of Madeira

Madeira has much pride in its forest and environmental richness, which are also a patrimony of Europe and of all humankind, preserving them with sincere dedication and much pleasure. The main ecosystem of this Region is the Laurel Forest, a Natural World Heritage under the auspices of UNESCO, which coexists in the Archipelago of Madeira along with other ecosystems of a high biodiversity level.

Department of Environment and Land Use Planning, Basque Government

The Basque Country was a pioneer in 2002 when it approved the Basque Environmental Strategy for Sustainable Development 2002-2020. Today, in the framework of this strategy, the Basque Government has specified its action plan for the next four years with focus on the following aspects: facing climate change, protecting biodiversity, improving air quality and promoting sustainable production and consumption.

European Investment Bank

The role of the European Investment Bank (EIB), the European Union’s financing institution, is to fund investment projects contributing to balanced and sustainable development of the EU and its partner countries. We actively support the EU’s climate change policy and finance projects reducing greenhouse gas emissions, including renewable energy.

Petróleo Brasileiro SA - PETROBRAS

Achieving international environmental excellence standards represents more than a commitment to Petrobras - it is a business requirement and a core value in all stages of our activities. The Company will invest US$ 8.6 billion in the next five years in the quality of its products, aiming at global leadership in the production of biofuels.

Volkswagen

The Rio-Conference 1992 - Johannesburg 2002 Bali 2007... the international engagement of Volkswagen shows a tradition of sustained corporate responsibility. Attractive, environmentally friendly products for worldwide individual mobility, a more efficient production process and a motivated workforce are our key elements for the future of sustainable development. Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn, CEO, Volkswagen Group

Ministry of Environment, Spanish Government

With Expo Zaragoza 2008, 'Water and Sustainable Development', the United Nations and Spain will be providing each other with mutual support. The aims of the Expo are to promote better use of water resources and greater international cooperation towards the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals.

Korea Energy Management Corporation (KEMCO)

As the sole national corporation mandated to regulate energy demand in Korea, ‘The Korea Energy Management Corporation’ (KEMCO), engages in projects promoting energy efficiency in industry, building and transportation; specifically the use new and renewable energy to combat climate change. We believe we all care for the Earth

Seoul City

C40 Climate Summit in Seoul, May In response to the global fight against climate change, Seoul is working on various initiatives to reduce the emission of greenhouse gases. We heartily invite you to the 3rd Summit C40 Climate Leadership Group, a global initiative of large cities’ Mayors to be held in Seoul in May 2009.

Dubai World

Our name, Dubai World, embodies a commitment to the well-being of our planet. As one of the world’s largest corporations, our duty is to ensure that our business model and work practices are in harmony with corporate goals and environmental conservation. This fine balance is instrumental in our growth and is being overseen by EHS, the Environment, Health and Safety regulatory arm of Dubai World.

Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety

Biological diversity constitutes the indispensable foundation of our lives and for global economic development. It is our responsibility towards future generations to protect biological diversity. All stakeholders are invited to attend the 9th Conference of the Parties of the CBD to be held in Bonn, 19—30th May 2008. Let us be united for a living world! Mr. Sigmar Gabriel, Federal Minister the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety, Germany

Noble Carbon Credits Limited

Noble Carbon Credits Limited (NCCL) has established itself as a key player in the emission trade market. Our reputation for building strong customer relationships means you can depend on our high quality execution in everything we do. At NCCL, we’re helping customers define and implement their goals whilst working together towards a more sustainable development. Thorsten Ansorg, Managing Director, Noble Carbon Credits Ireland Ltd E: thorstenansorg@noblecarbon.com

Rotterdam Climate Initiative

The Rotterdam Climate Initiative offers a platform for government, organisations, companies and citizens to work together on a 50% reduction of CO2-emissions, while at the same time promoting the economy in the Rotterdam region. In 2008 Rotterdam will host the C40 World Ports Climate Conference.