Focus on LGMA

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.

With the participation of COP30 Envoy Philip Yang and key ministries, the group reviewed Brazil’s Action Agenda and explored how cities can contribute, particularly through Pillar 4 on urban [...]

The 2nd CHAMP UNFCCC Focal Point Dialogue provided a platform for national government endorsers and their strategic partners to assess progress and guide CHAMP’s implementation toward COP30.

With key negotiations from COP29 in Baku still unresolved and the incoming Brazilian COP30 Presidency calling for an era of inclusive implementation, SB62 marks a critical checkpoint on the road [...]

This vision letter outlines a roadmap for multilevel climate action before, during, and beyond COP30 in Belém.

Aligned with the COP30 Presidency’s Mutirão vision, the group is advancing a shared agenda among subnational networks to ensure meaningful local participation at COP30.

With LGMA representation from Lusaka Mayor Chilando Chitangala and ICLEI Secretary General Gino Van Begin, the session highlighted successful examples from Brazil, Kenya, and Colombia.

Amid weakened multilateralism and mixed outcomes from COP29, many subnational actors are stepping up in the face of an international climate leadership void.

Upon the invitation by COP29 Azeri Presidency, at a Member States briefing in Geneva the Global Cities Hub urged full inclusion of subnationals in COP30 processes.

With strong support from national and local leaders, including the Minister of Cities, this initiative marks a key step toward advancing climate federalism and leaves a lasting legacy for future [...]