Antalya, Türkiye | Nov. 9-20, 2026
The annual United Nations climate conference brings nearly every country on Earth together to confront climate change.
This year’s conference, COP31, comes at a time of economic disruption. People everywhere are worried about the future as rising energy costs, fertilizer shortages and a changing climate strain communities large and small.
For decades, EDF has been tackling tough environmental problems in ways that work for people and the economy. At COP31, we’ll bring that lens to combating climate change.
EDF scientists, economists and policy experts share sharp insights and research that lead to practical solutions. Working with governments, communities and businesses, we’re helping the world address climate change in ways that increase energy and economic security, improve people’s lives and protect nature.
Watch: What is COP?
EDF’s Meredith Ryder-Rude explains what happens at COP and how the conference helps the world make progress on climate change.
Featured projects and partnerships
Ahead of COP31, EDF is working to strengthen global collaboration on climate change and interconnected challenges, from air pollution to deforestation. View a selection of our featured work.
- Article
These villages protected their forests. Now they’re seeing the financial benefits.
- Interactive tool
Air Tracker: Mapping local air pollution
- Article
India’s new green revolution: How farmers are cutting pollution while saving money
- Report
Partnerships are at the heart of our global work on climate change
- Overview
Our cutting-edge science is guiding global action to cut methane emissions
- Expert Voices
FireSAT: A vision for spotting and tracking wildfires faster and more accurately
COP31 events schedule
EDF will participate in a variety of events at COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye, from Nov. 9-20. Please check back in the fall for event listings.
Our experts tackling climate change
Our team brings wide-ranging perspectives and skills to our work combating climate change around the world.
MEDIA CONTACT
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Expert commentary
EDF experts share in-depth analysis, highlighting issues to watch and success stories that can inspire, inform and pave the way for further progress.
Why Bonn and London are pivotal moments for a people‑centered energy transition
Angela Churie Kallhauge
Executive Vice President, Impact
Climate change is a math problem. The solution is smart economics.
Christopher Costello
Chief Economist
Understanding the promise and pitfalls of alternative fuels
Sofia Esquivel Elizondo
Low-Carbon Energy Scientist