NDC Update Report: Ambition to Action

The report examines the transition from NDC ambition to action, finding that while over 80% of interviewed government representatives view climate change as a political priority, 70% identify private sector buy-in and the synchronization of political and technical processes as significant challenges. It notes the emergence of dedicated NDC support and the growth of non-state commitments—with over 12,500 registered on NAZCA—while emphasizing that non-state action must be complemented by government policies to drive a low-carbon transition.

• Government representatives generally prioritize climate change and have increased analysis of required actions since COP21, yet they face significant hurdles. Specifically, 70% of survey respondents believe that synchronizing political and technical processes, assessing support needs, and securing private sector buy-in are likely or highly likely to be challenges for NDC implementation.
• International support for NDCs is emerging through improved coordination, but practical difficulties persist in linking climate change with sustainable development and financing both NDCs and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on the ground.
• Non-state actors are increasingly active, with more than 12,500 commitments registered on the NAZCA platform. While these actors are essential for implementing and increasing NDC ambition, their efforts are complementary to, rather than a replacement for, government policies.

APA

NewClimate Institute (2017). NDC Update Report: Ambition to Action. http://www.newclimate.org/resources/publications/ndc-update-report-ambition-to-action

Chicago

NewClimate Institute. NDC Update Report: Ambition to Action. 2017. http://www.newclimate.org/resources/publications/ndc-update-report-ambition-to-action.

Wikipedia

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BibTeX

@techreport{newclimateinstitute2017ndc, author = {{NewClimate Institute}}, title = {{NDC Update Report: Ambition to Action}}, institution = {NewClimate Institute}, year = {2017}, month = may, url = {http://www.newclimate.org/resources/publications/ndc-update-report-ambition-to-action}, urldate = {2026-08-17}, note = {Indexed by Climate Insights Directory} }