Climate Chance Europe 2026 Summit

This year, Brussels will host the Climate Chance Europe Summit, focused on “Climate change adaptation, a lever for resilience and prosperity in Europe: preparing and leading the way.” 

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At a pivotal moment for European climate policy, as the European Union prepares to revise its climate adaptation strategy, this Summit will bring together key stakeholders in climate action: local authorities, European and national institutions, businesses, NGOs, researchers, and civil society networks.

Over the course of two days, the Summit will provide a space for dialogue, cooperation, and advocacy around concrete adaptation solutions, aiming to strengthen territorial resilience and inform the direction of European policies.

Highlights in Agenda

Opening plenary: What are the challenges facing the new European adaptation strategy? 3 June | 10.00-12.30 | Elina Bardram, Mission Manager

Thematic Plenary: Local authorities at the heart of adaptation? 3 June | 14.00-15.30  | Connie Hedegaard, Chair of the Board of the EU Mission on Climate Change Adaptation

European financial institutions and tools for adaptation 4 June | 9.00-10.00 | Charles Coverdale, economist at Ricardo/MIP4Adapt

You can also join Charles Ffoulkes at the Pitch Corner as he presents the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change, introducing its objectives and the role it plays in supporting climate adaptation across Europe. He will highlight how the Mission helps regions and local authorities move from planning to implementation through collaboration, knowledge sharing and practical support tools.

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