Raising ambitions at COP26, UNEA5.2 and Stockholm + 50

Raising ambitions: Our constituency and the Climate and Biodiversity Agendas

Over 400 delegates representing cities, regions, and other subnational entities were a part of COP26 physically, a number that went beyond most countries. UCLG, together with ICLEI as UNFCCC focal point, has made sure that the voice of cities and regions are heard at COP26, through a Local and Regional Governments Day on 11 November (Cities, Regions and Environment Day) and by advocating for a renewed 2nd phase of the Paris Agreement increased National Determined Contributions based on multilevel action.

Over 1000 cities committed to the science-basted targets through the Race-to-Zero at COP26, joining the more than 700 cities that had already joined. 76 regional governments joined the race to resilience.

The constituency is also advocating for just, inclusive, holistic and nature-friendly action by 2030 and 2050, ensuring links with the COP15 decisions and agenda.