Azerbaijan's Mukhtar Babayev, the president-designate of the UN Cop 29 climate summit, has unveiled a comprehensive agenda for the conference, highlighting a new emphasis on tackling methane reduction and promoting a clean hydrogen market. Babayev stressed the urgency of aligning international regulations to facilitate business models in the hydrogen sector. The Cop 29 presidency aims to continue the momentum from Cop 28 by furthering discussions on hydrogen certification schemes and setting priorities leading up to Cop 30. Additionally, the presidency plans to combat methane emissions from organic waste and enhance global energy infrastructure through pledges focused on energy storage and grid expansion. Babayev also outlined a climate fund that will receive contributions from fossil fuel producers to support climate initiatives, with a specific focus on aiding developing countries in addressing natural disasters and promoting renewable energy projects. Cop 29, scheduled to be held in Baku, Azerbaijan, will spotlight the region's challenges like extreme heat and water scarcity while harnessing its renewable energy potential. The summit's agenda includes discussions on water management, sustainable tourism, and a peace initiative that recognizes the link between conflict resolution and climate action.