Buildings and Cooling Pavilion at COP31

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Since 2021, the GlobalABC has hosted the Buildings Pavilion at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP), providing a dedicated platform for the global buildings and construction community to convene, exchange knowledge, and accelerate climate action. At COP31, the GlobalABC and the Cool Coalition will once again co-host the Buildings and Cooling Pavilion, bringing together key stakeholders to showcase solutions, foster collaboration, and drive progress towards a more sustainable and resilient built environment.

The Pavilion will highlight the critical role of buildings and cooling in delivering climate goals by:

  • Bringing together policymakers, businesses, practitioners, researchers, and other stakeholders from across the buildings and construction value chain;
  • Showcasing innovative solutions, best practices, and scalable pathways through a diverse programme of events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities; and

  • Strengthening collaboration and accelerating action on decarbonization, resilience, sustainable cooling, adaptation, and the transformation of the built environment.

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Pavilion Programme 

COP31 Webinar Series 

To ensure Pavilion sponsors, members, and key partners remain aligned and actively involved in shaping this high-profile platform, GlobalABC and the Cool Coalition are organizing a series of focused webinars. These sessions will keep stakeholders updated on Pavilion milestones, foster coordination across diverse partners, and create space for collective input on programming, logistics, and communication plans ahead of COP30.

Webinar 1 - Setting the COP31 Buildings Agenda through the ICSBC | 9 July 2026, 13:00 CEST 

This webinar will introduce the COP31 International Sustainable Buildings Competition, an initiative that brings together governments, industry leaders, and practitioners to showcase and advance best practices across the entire building lifecycle.

For more info and how to register: https://globalabc.org/events/cop31-webinar-ep1-international-sustainable-buildings 

Webinar 2 - From Global Targets to Local Delivery: Multilevel Governance for Sustainable Buildings and Construction Webinar | 26 August, 3:00 -4:15pm CEST

This webinar explores how multi-level governance can accelerate building decarbonization through inclusive planning, sustainable materials, and innovative financing.

For more info and how to register: https://acesse.one/1rxm7bt