Petition · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

UK Government to assess whether COP could be held online once every two years

Closed 33 signatures

What the petition asks

I propose that a feasibility study to be conducted to assess transitioning COP events to an online format for one out of every two years. This shift aims to uphold global climate commitments while reducing the environmental and logistical impacts of annual, large-scale, in-person conferences.
We think the Government should do a feasibility study to assess transitioning COP events online for one out of every two years. We think this approach aligns with the UK’s commitment to climate action. Additionally, we think this model would improve accessibility, enabling broader participation, while still ensuring in-person collaboration every other year to maintain impactful global dialogue.

Timeline

30 Jan 2025 Petition opened for signatures
30 Jul 2025 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 33
Status Closed
Department Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Opened 30 Jan 2025
Closed 30 Jul 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 29 Aug 2026.