After a highly successful conference last year [see here] we are delighted to return to Cheltenham’s Council Chamber for a climate conference open to local secondary schools. 

đź“… Thursday 19 November 2026
đź“Ť Cheltenham Council Chamber

School booking

Attendance is free for schools.

Further information and booking details will be available soon.

About the Conference

Part 1: Enacting global negotiations

As world leaders gather for COP31 in Antalya, TĂĽrkiye, 60+ young people will step into the role of international delegates, taking on the parts of 16 countries at the United Nations talks.

Through debate, collaboration and diplomacy, students will be immersed in global progress towards nations’ actual carbon reduction targets before trying to agree more ambitious climate action by 2030. 

Part 2: Connecting with local decision-makers

In part two, students will have the opportunity to amplify their voices and see how to turn ideas into local climate action. 

They will engage with decision-makers and local organisations through the Climate Marketplace and Climate Question Time panel.

These sessions help students link global climate discussions with action taking place in the region, while expanding their knowledge of sustainability and green skills and careers.

If you represent a local organisation and would like to take part please contact: cecily.etherington@interclimate.org

Funding and support

The conference is being hosted by Cheltenham Borough Council with great support from the council’s Climate Team, Cheltenham Zero and Cheltenham Education Partnership.

Thanks to our dedicated sponsors for funding the conference, including Gloucestershire County Council, Cheltenham Borough Council, Cheltenham Education Partnership, Precision Green Energy, and Renishaw.

Thanks also to contributions and matched funding through the Big Give Earth Raise campaign