Durham University at COP28
We have COP observer status.
Solving global challenges
Our research is helping to solve the challenges of an ever-changing and complex world – and inspiring the next generation of problem-solvers. We have been directly involved in Conferences of Parties (COPs) since 2021, under the 1992 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and in Meetings of Parties under the 2015 Paris Agreement. Even before then, our researchers were actively engaged in important research and projects on climate change.
Our delegates
We take the responsibility that comes with its observer status seriously and we are sending six delegates to COP28. We were awarded official observer status at COP26 and since then, we have sent a delegation to the Conference of Parties.
Andrew Russell
Chris Stokes
Laura Marsiliani
Petra Minnerop
Oliver Belcher
Ghulam Mustafa Kamran
Our official UNFCCC side event
We have organised an official UNFCCC side event at COP28 in partnership with the Centre for International Law National University of Singapore, Climate Markets & Investment Association and the Global Ethical Finance Initiative.
Expert Opinion
Become a world-changer
COP28 YouTube playlist
Watch videos from the United Nations and Durham University experts on topics related to climate ahead of the Climate Change Conference (COP28).
Research Impact
We're a world leader in sustainability
We’re always developing new ways of thinking to shape a better future for people and our planet, and we’ve been recognised as one of the top universities in the world for taking action to address the most pressing Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) challenges facing society today.