Keeping you up-to-date on the latest news and events of interest to the global climate action community.
Registration now open for Asia-Pacific Climate Week and COP26
Asia-Pacific Climate Week (6-9 July)
Climate action in Asia and the Pacific will come into focus next week with Asia-Pacific Climate Week 2021. Registration for the sessions is now open.

The online conference will discuss approaches to align COVID-19 recovery investment with the Paris Agreement, adapt to emerging climate risks, and accelerate sustainable solutions in response to the climate emergency. The meeting will bring together governments, private sector leaders and civil society to engage in solution-oriented dialogues and showcase climate action.

COP26 (31 October to 12 November)
Registration for Parties, admitted observers and media representatives to attend the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) this November in Glasgow is now open for participants.

The opening of the registration for COP26 is being launched to facilitate vaccination for the conference. The vaccine is being offered by the UK government, but will be administered by the United Nations in various cities around the world.

A frequently asked question (FAQ) page provides more details on the vaccination to conference participants.
Weather presenters have become the unsung heroes of the climate crisis
Many meteorologists and weather presenters have begun talking about climate change as part of their weather forecasts to help viewers understand what’s happening and why it’s important.

We interviewed three of them earlier this month for our LinkedIn Live "Climate Conversations" series.

Watch the full interview here.
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Owner of world's ‘greenest football club’ scoring sustainable goals
Did you know a football club in the west of England is one of our former UN Global Climate Action Award winners? The Forest Green Rovers was recognized for its leading role in setting goals to tackle climate change, from planning a low-carbon stadium, to selling only 100% vegan food.

Owner and chairman, Dale Vince, told UN News that the club aims to be a beacon of sustainability in the sporting world. Read the full article here.
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