UUCN at COP30
Representatives from across our membership will be attending the United Nations climate change conference in Belém, Brazil from 10 to 21 November, 2025.
UK university events
UK universities and research institutions will be holding events throughout the conference, including events in the Blue and Green Zones, as well as virtual events. These events will highlight the latest research and evidence for climate action.
Latest news

Universities’ at COP: Five tracks of engagement and influence
In this blog, Steve Davison and Dr Kristy Faccer discuss different routes for engagement and impact among university and college representatives around COPs, including expert advisory, as speakers and hosts of events and as part of government delegations. Read more

Blog: Academia-policy partnerships to combat climate crisis
In this blog, Yasemin Didem Aktas, Associate Professor of Applied Materials and Structures at University College London, reflects on her recent secondment at the Government Office for Science and the value of academia-policy partnership. Read more

UUCN panel event for London Climate Action Week
The UUCN is hosting a panel event at London Climate Action Week 2024! Join us on Tuesday 25 June, 4:00 - 5:30pm at the Royal Institution. As a hub for knowledge, training, and innovation, the ... Read more