The summit called for a global concerted effort to enable transition to low carbon economies, and enhance adaptive capacities of vulnerable communities through sustainable financing mechanisms and technological resources. Themed 'Towards Copenhagen: an equitable and ethical approach' the DSDS 2009 saw participation of stakeholders from various parts of the world comprising of Head of States, representative s from multilateral and bilateral development organisations, governments, the corporate sector, non-governmental organisations, academia, Nobel Laureates and research institutions.
The three- day summit explored options for an ethics based framework for future climate regime addressing Adaptation and Mitigation challenges, especially in the developing countries and the Africa region. On the adaptation front, the Summit explored priorities, capacity building needs and adaptation measures in Asia and Africa.
