LGMA statement at COP31 Presidency Observer Forum
30 September 2026 Delivered by Carlos de Freitas, Executive Director of FMDV, the Global Fund for Cities Development
The Road to COP31: a constituency united, a position taking shape
Over the next two months, the LGMA is running one of its most structured lead-ups to a COP: a process built to turn the lived experience of cities, regions and municipalities into a negotiating [...]
High Level Champions Team: Demonstrating subnational implementation of COP31 global targets
The COP31 Presidency has set global targets on electrification, waste and resilient cities, and invites invites subnationals to showcase COP31 action.
LGMA statement at Pre-COP31 Observer Dialogue
10 July 2026 Delivered by Muni Reddy, CEO Nadi Town Council
LGMA takes a strong stance on Just Transition at SB64
It pushed for subnational governments to be embedded as essential partners in the Just Transition Mechanism, advocating for multilevel and whole-of-government approaches.
Energy security starts local: Cities, states and regions showcase electrification leadership at Bonn Climate Talks
BONN, Germany, 10 June 2026 — Cities, states and regions from around the world today highlighted how electrification and renewable energy deployment are already delivering energy security, [...]
LGMA Constituency launches first Working Groups to strengthen collective climate advocacy
To support our year-round advocacy infrastructure, the five initial Working Groups are taking shape to develop coordinated positions and joint advocacy efforts.
LGMA Constituency’s initial Working Groups 2026-2027
The LGMA is launching five Working Groups for 2026–2027, with expressions of interest open until 28 April. Do not miss the opportunity to get involved.
LGMA submission on halting and reversing deforestation by 2030
To deliver on this priority, we need a polycentric, multilevel approach that connects local communities, subnational governments, and national authorities in a coherent framework.
LGMA submission on the transition away from fossil fuels in a just, orderly and equitable manner
To deliver on this priority, we need a polycentric, multilevel approach that connects local communities, subnational governments, and national authorities in a coherent framework.
