IDEA at COP29
IDEA took an active part in the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29). Leyla Aliyeva, the Founder and Head of the IDEA Public Union, spoke at a number of high-level events, emphasizing the role of youth, the importance of environmental education, and the need for joint efforts to achieve a sustainable future. Several events were held at the initiative of IDEA, focusing on climate action, biodiversity conservation, youth engagement, and innovative solutions for environmental protection.
International partners included the IUCN, WWF, and the Clean Air Fund, among many others, highlighting the broad international cooperation and shared commitment to addressing global environmental challenges.
IDEA Pavilion: A Space for Dialogue and Initiatives- 5,000 visitors
At the Conference, IDEA presented its pavilion as an informational and interactive space showcasing the organization’s environmental projects, strategic priorities, and approaches to sustainability.
The pavilion’s design combined traditional craftsmanship with contemporary sustainability practices. Its centrepiece was a hand-made installation based on həsirçilik, a traditional reed-weaving craft originating from Azerbaijan’s Astara district. The woven elements—produced by women artisans from Musakucha village—were made using natural, locally sourced materials such as reed, rush, and straw, all of which are renewable, biodegradable, and environmentally low-impact. The pavilion also featured the installation
“Infinity,” symbolising the natural life cycle and ecological balance. The installation addressed two of IDEA’s priority themes—air pollution and food waste—highlighting their environmental impacts and promoting responsible consumption and everyday actions to reduce harm.
In addition, the pavilion incorporated 3D-printed furniture produced from recycled plastic, demonstrating IDEA’s interest in innovative, circular solutions. Overall, the IDEA Pavilion illustrated how traditional knowledge, local production, and modern technologies can be integrated to promote sustainable practices and environmentally responsible design at international events.
