Representatives from more than 190 countries are gathering in Antalya, Türkiye, for the COP31 United Nations climate summit, with pressure mounting to turn climate commitments into practical action. The conference runs from 9 to 20 November.
Climate finance, emissions reductions and protection against worsening climate impacts are central to the talks. Developing countries are pressing wealthier nations to deliver promised funding, while governments remain divided over how to accelerate action.
Türkiye is hosting and presiding over the summit, while Australia is leading the negotiations, working closely with Pacific Island countries. The UN says implementation including expanding renewable energy, modernising electricity networks and reducing methane emissions is a major focus.
Energy-security concerns and rising electricity demand from artificial intelligence are adding complexity to the discussions. Türkiye is promoting greater electrification, but climate advocates argue that additional electricity must come from low-carbon sources to deliver meaningful emissions cuts.
The summit will also launch the second global stocktake, the Paris Agreement’s process for assessing collective progress. For vulnerable countries, the negotiations carry major implications for access to funding and support to withstand future climate impacts.
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