The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) was held in Glasgow, between October 31st andNovember 12th, with the aim of drafting a global agreement on collective climate objectives.
The goals included: the achievement of carbon neutrality by 2030, to prevent global temperatures from rising by more than 1.5° C; helping affected regions adapt to changing climates and restoring ecosystems; funding green economy initiatives, and promoting cooperation between states and businesses.
The media, and various organisations, reported that the summit had failed in many aspects: there was a lack of commitment to the prevention of global temperatures from rising by more than 1.5° C, with the majority of governments refusing to provide financial support to countries most adversely affected by the climate emergency. The summit clearly lacked inclusivity and diversity, as a multitude of minority and Less Economically Developed Country (LEDC) representatives could not participate in the event, due to Covid-19 restrictions, a lack of access to vaccines and the substantial cost of travel.
Consequently, independent organisations, NGOs and activists gathered to set up nearby, alternative events to COP26, such as The People’s Summit for Climate Justice.
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