The eyes of the world are on Glasgow

Last updated: 1.34pm, Monday 1st November 2021 by

The eyes of the world are on Glasgow for the next 2 weeks.

Glasgow is hosting COP26, the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26).

The eyes of the world are on Glasgow for the next 2 weeks.

Glasgow is hosting COP26, the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26).

Leaders, dignitaries, climate change experts and campaigners from all over the world meet to tackle the urgent threat of global climate change.

This is a poignant video written and narrated by a local poet.

Please watch (and hopefully understand the accent!)

https://youtu.be/sbs93WqdIjQ


Glasgow was chosen by the UK to host COP26 due to its experience, commitment to sustainability and world-class facilities.

Glasgow has set a target for carbon neutrality by 2030, aims to be one of the greenest cities in Europe through its Sustainable Glasgow campaign, and is 4th in the world in the Global Destination Sustainability Index.

It also has a proven track record of hosting many large and many events on the international stage, such as the 2014 Commonwealth Games and the 2018 Glasgow European Gymnastic Championships.

Surrounded by the river, the city and its parks, the location will inspire attendees to tackle climate change and protect the planet for future generations.

We wish the COP26 success and deliver us all the positive outcome we all need.