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Past events

From the Pacific to Antalya: What your business needs to know ahead of the UN Climate Change Conference COP31

13 Oct
2026

Online
3.00pm - 3.30pm AEDT / 7.00am - 7.30am TRT

Event Details

2026 is a milestone year for Australian business, with Australia assuming the role of Presidency of Negotiations at COP31 – officially, the 31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) happening in Antalya, Türkiye later this year. It presents a unique opportunity for the Australian private sector to address the need for stronger commitments and meaningful action on the global stage.

This special webinar is part of UNGCNA’s COP31 business engagement activities, with a strong focus on understanding and championing Australian business priorities. It will bring together Australian and Turkish high-level perspectives to explore how COP31’s priorities may influence business strategy, risk management and growth opportunities.

Speakers include:

  • Dr Sally Box, Head of International Climate Negotiations Division, Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)
  • Melda Çele, Executive Director, UN Global Compact Network Türkiye
  • Dr Evan Center (Moderator), Head of Environment and Climate Change, UN Global Compact Network Australia

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Upcoming events

21 Oct
2026
Online 11.30am - 12.15pm

The year ahead – UNGCNA membership benefits and offerings

The UN Global Compact Network Australia is hosting a participant-only virtual session on The year ahead | UNGCNA membership benefits and ...
The year ahead – UNGCNA membership benefits and offerings
27 Oct
2026
Melbourne 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Human Rights Due Diligence Workshop: What does it take to transform business practices in global supply chains?

The need to develop more sustainable business models has never been more urgent. But what does good look like? Building ...
Human Rights Due Diligence Workshop: What does it take to transform business practices in global supply chains?