Since launching in early 2025, the Town Hall COP Initiative has gained momentum, with 70+ local governments and civil society organizations registered to host an event. Seven cities in six countries have already hosted their events, and South Africa became the first national government to officially endorse the initiative. Read on for the latest updates on how local voices are shaping climate action ahead of COP30.| CityTalk
As the world inches closer to COP30 in Belém, a new chapter of inclusive, locally-rooted climate governance is unfolding through ICLEI’s Town Hall COP Initiative. Born out of the Local Stocktake pilots in 2023, held in the lead-up to COP28, these events are redefining what multilevel climate action looks like.| CityTalk