CHAMP Resources for national governments

What does a CHAMP-aligned NDC look like?

UNFCCC Executive Secretary Simon Stiell has outlined his vision for the third generation of NDCs (3.0) to incorporate investment plans that are “implementable, unlock finance, kick-start transformative developments, and ensure that no-one is being left behind.” The UNFCCC has requested these enhanced NDCs be submitted by countries by February 2025, well ahead of COP30. In addition, recommendations from the Co-Chairs of the UNFCCC-mandated Consultation on Net Zero Recognition and Accountability Framework highlighted the need for a “transparency pipeline” connecting non-state actor action to NDCs and stated that multilevel partnerships can play a key role in enhancing climate ambition, citing CHAMP as a pioneering initiative central to these efforts.

CHAMP-aligned NDCs should embody this next generation of climate plans and strive to include the following recommendations:

Need guidance or support in implementing CHAMP-aligned NDCs 3.0?

National governments wishing to request support or guidance on implementing their commitment can direct these requests through the NDC Partnership. The NDC Partnership is a strategic partner in delivering CHAMP and serves to strengthen multilevel governance by aligning national government requests for support with available support from CHAMP partners.

CHAMP endorsers who are not yet members of the NDC Partnership are encouraged to join. Please reach out to supportunit@ndcpartnership.org for further information on membership and accessing NDC Partnership support.