The World's Climate Summit in Türkiye. Together for a Cleaner Future.
COP31 is the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference and will be held in Antalya in November 2026. At the summit, world leaders, experts, and civil society representatives will discuss joint solutions to combat climate change and build a sustainable future. Hosted by Türkiye, this conference will be an important gathering for shaping global climate policies.
United Nations Secretary-General’s Advisory Board on Zero Waste and Honorary President of the Zero Waste Foundation
The establishment of the Secretary-General’s Advisory Board on Zero Waste was announced by the United Nations Secretary-General at the High-Level meeting on the role of zero waste as a transformative solution in achieving the sustainable development goals.
The Advisory Board was established for a three-year period. Comprising 12 members, the Board works in line with United Nations General Assembly resolution 77/161.
Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change of Türkiye and COP31 President, leading the global climate vision.
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Chairman of the Zero Waste Foundation and Climate Change High-Level Champion, managing global sustainability projects.
Read BiographyEverything you need to know about COP31, the global climate summit hosted by Türkiye in 2026, shaping the future of our planet.
COP31 (31st Conference of the Parties) is the latest session of the supreme decision-making body of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Since 1995, these annual summits have served as the primary global platform for negotiating and advancing collective action against climate change. COP31 represents a critical milestone where countries are expected to strengthen their climate commitments and accelerate the transition toward a low-carbon future.
Decisions made at COP31 will influence a wide range of areas, from national carbon reduction targets and energy policies to sustainable development strategies and climate finance mechanisms. Landmark agreements such as the Paris Agreement (COP21) have already reshaped global policy frameworks, and COP31 is expected to further drive the next phase of climate action and economic transformation.
Decisions taken at COP31 will have far-reaching impacts, shaping global economies, international trade, and national environmental policies for decades to come.
Türkiye is a country highly exposed to climate risks and globally recognized for its leadership in zero waste and the circular economy, while actively developing systemic solutions that place sustainable development at the core. Through the Zero Waste initiative, Türkiye has emerged as a global model, demonstrating how national policy, international advocacy, and societal transformation can converge into a truly transformative sustainability movement.
"Hosting COP31 strengthens Türkiye’s leadership in climate diplomacy, reinforces its role as a global zero waste champion, and accelerates regional and international cooperation toward climate-resilient development."
Addressing the climate crisis requires collective awareness and global understanding. That is why we explain what COP31 is, how it works, and how its decisions impact countries around the world in a clear, simple, and accessible way.
Understanding what COP31 can change is essential for everyone. This section is designed both for those discovering COP31 for the first time and for those who want to follow the process more closely and in depth.
First Lady of the Republic of Türkiye & Honorary President of the Zero Waste Foundation
Tangible results of Türkiye's determination to combat climate change.
RENEWABLE CAPACITY
Projected installed capacity by 2035
RECOVERY RATE
Zero Waste project goals
AFFORESTATION
Annual average contribution
People. Places. Progress.
Our high-level platform unites ministers, city leaders, international organizations, businesses and civil society to advance circular economy solutions.
Follow the latest developments regarding Ministry statements, pavilion works, and international collaborations.
Zero Waste Foundation President Samed Ağırbaş and Minister of Energy Alparslan Bayraktar met with NGO representatives at a meeting held within the scope of London Climate Action Week.
Zero Waste Foundation President Samed Ağırbaş shared the COP31 High-Level Climate Champion Vision Document with the international public for the first time at London Climate Action Week.
Participating as a main partner in London Climate Action Week (LCAW), the Zero Waste Foundation brought its zero waste and circular economy vision together with global stakeholders.