Driving Climate Adaptation through Water: Pathways for Southeast Asia

19 November 2024 | Baku, Azerbaijan

SEAPAW convened a panel at the Singapore Pavilion at the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan.

The session brought together decision-makers across sectors to share insights on climate adaptation, including the adoption of sustainable practices, innovative financing, and policy development.

Professor Khoo Teng Chye, Director, NUS Cities and Chairperson, SEAPAW, delivered both the opening and closing remarks. A Special Address was given by Mr Stanley Loh, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Sustainability & the Environment Singapore.

The panel was moderated by Mr Michael Toh, Director, Industry & Technology Collaboration Department, PUB, Singapore's National Water Agency. 

Panellists included:

  • Dr Virginia Newton-Lewis, Water Sustainability Director, Grundfos
  • Ms Corinna Chan, Chief Executive Officer, Singapore International Foundation
  • Mr Dave Sivaprasad, Managing Director & Partner, Climate & Sustainability Lead, Southeast Asia, Boston Consulting Group
  • Dr Henk Ovink, Executive Director, Global Commission on the Economics of Water.

Catch a replay of the panel here.