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09.11.2026, Antalya, Türkiye
Cool Up at UNFCCC COP31
The Cool Up programme will participate in the 31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31) in Antalya, Türkiye from 09 – 20 November, 2026. The event will bring together government representatives, international organisations, the private sector, financial institutions, and civil society to advance global climate action. COP31 provides a key platform to showcase solutions, partnerships, and investments that can accelerate the transition to sustainable, climate-resilient cooling and support countries in achieving their climate and development goals.
As Parties gather for the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), discussions will focus on accelerating climate action, strengthening resilience, enhancing access to climate finance, and supporting the implementation of national and international climate commitments. COP31 provides an important opportunity to showcase practical solutions that can help countries deliver ambitious mitigation and adaptation outcomes while advancing sustainable development.
During the conference, Cool Up partners will engage with policymakers, climate practitioners, financial institutions, private sector representatives, and development partners to share lessons learned from advancing sustainable cooling across the MENA region and Türkiye. The programme will highlight how policy development, investment mobilisation, capacity building, and evidence-based decision-making can help integrate cooling into broader climate, energy, and development strategies.
The team looks forward to connecting with partners and stakeholders at COP31 and contributing to global discussions on expanding access to sustainable cooling, enhancing climate resilience, and supporting the achievement of long-term climate and development goals.
Join our side events:
Hosted by: Cool Up programme (Guidehouse, UNDP TUR), Akbank
Türkiye’s National Cooling Action Plan (NCAP) 2026–2040 identifies finance as a key enabler of the cooling transition. This side event explores how the NCAP can be translated into a scalable pipeline of investable projects by bringing together policymakers, financial institutions, industry, and development partners. Drawing on practical experiences, including emerging financing initiatives, the session will highlight pathways to mobilise investment and accelerate sustainable cooling deployment in Türkiye and beyond.
Tuesday, 10 November 2026, Time TBC (Location: UNCT Pavilion, Blue Zone).
Hosted by: Cool Up programme (Guidehouse, RSS, LCEC, UNDP TUR), UNEP, Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE), Asia Low Carbon Buildings Transition (ALCBT) (Global Green Growth Institute)
Building on the Cool Up programme’s support for Türkiye and Jordan’s first National Cooling Action Plans, this session will showcase practical lessons on the importance of regional exchange, and moving from cooling strategies to implementation. Participants will explore challenges, financing approaches, and opportunities for regional cooperation to accelerate sustainable cooling action.
Monday, 16 November 2026, 12:30–13:30 (Location: Resilient Cities, Buildings & Cooling Pavilion, Blue Zone).
Hosted by: Cool Up programme (Guidehouse, RSS, LCEC, UNDP TUR)
Drawing on lessons from the Cool Up programme, this session will explore how integrated policy, technology, finance and demonstration projects can turn sustainable cooling ambitions into real-world impact. Government, industry and finance representatives will share practical experiences from Jordan and Türkiye.
The event will be followed by a Cooling Community Reception focused on building partnerships to scale solutions.
Monday, 16 November 2026, 18:00–20:00 (Location: IRENA Global Renewables Hub, Blue Zone).