COP26, Glasgow

“2021 is a make-or-break year to confront the global climate emergency.” - UN Secretary-General António Guterres

COVID-19 has not stopped the climate crisis. Emissions continue to rise. This is an emergency. We are seeing a fast-growing coalition of countries, cities, regions, businesses and investors committing to net zero emissions by 2050. We need action NOW, on mitigation, adaptation and finance.

The UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) will take place in Glasgow from 1-12 November 2021.

By COP26 countries need to:

  • Join the growing global coalition for net zero by 2050;
  • Deliver concrete, more ambitious action plans (Nationally determined contributions known as NDCs)
  • Invest in green recovery, increase financing for adaptation, phase out coal, leave no one behind B

 

As the climate emergency intensifies, the transition towards climate stability is becoming increasingly urgent. States need to fulfil their commitments under the Paris Agreement to combat climate change and keep the rise of the global average temperature below 2°C. To achieve this, we need to cut emissions from transport and industry and invest in renewable energy sources.

“Phasing out coal from the electricity sector is the single most important step to get in line with the 1.5-degree goal.” - U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres (2021)

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