At a time when the world is looking to recover from the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the lives, livelihoods and economies, heads of governments and policymakers explored the chance to build back better with a focus on low greenhouse gas emissions and climate-resilient development. Hosted by the UK in partnership with Italy, the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow brought together state parties to accelerate action towards the goals of the Paris Agreement and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). COP 26 was held from 31 October to 12 November 2021.