Written by: Salma El Sakka
The European Union is participating with a high-level delegation in the activities of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 31) held in the Turkish city of Antalya from November 9 to 19, 2026, where the Directorate-General for Energy organizes and participates in a series of side events and partnerships focusing on the clean energy transition.
Energy and Transport Day
On November 10, "Energy and Transport Day" will be held, including a global ministerial meeting on electrification aimed at achieving affordable clean electrification through policies, finance, and partnerships, in addition to a session dedicated to Ukraine's transition to resilient energy and a decarbonized European future.
Leaders' Summit on Electrification
November 11 is dedicated to the "Leaders' Summit on Electrification" and the ministerial session for the "Global Methane Pledge: From Pledge to Implementation," which will be attended by the European Commissioner for Energy and Housing, Dan Jørgensen.
Cities Day
On November 12, "Cities Day" is organized under the theme "Electrifying Cities" in partnership with the Global Mayors Pact for Climate and Energy, in which Commissioner Jørgensen participates to discuss climate and energy security in urban areas.
