Q. What is the primary purpose of the Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN), recently seen in news?
Answer:
To accelerate the development and transfer of environmentally sound technologies
Notes: The Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN) celebrated its 10-year milestone. Operated under the UNFCCC's Climate Change Technology Mechanism, it's hosted by UNEP with UNIDO collaboration and support from 11 expert organizations. CTCN accelerates environmentally sound technology development and transfer for low-carbon, resilient development, at developing countries' request. It offers tailored solutions, capacity building, and policy advice, driven by countries' needs, through a global network. CTCN comprises a coordinating center in Copenhagen and a worldwide service delivery network.