Two main issues will be at the heart of the Climate Chance Europe-Africa Summit: adaptation to climate change at local level in Europe—through the strengthening of dialogue frameworks with all European actors—and cooperation on adaptation between Europe and Africa.
Building on the actions taken during the first international event dedicated to adaptation, co-organized by Climate Chance and Wallonia in 2024, and aiming to go further, the Climate Chance Europe Africa Summit 2025 will bring together 2,000 participants: representatives from European institutions, major international, European, and national networks of local authorities, businesses, trade unions, associations, scientists, and citizens, mobilized for the major event on the 2025 agenda for adaptation.
Thus, this summit is set to be, by the quality and number of its participants, the largest event ever organized in Europe specifically focused on adaptation issues.
The objectives of the meeting
- Help strengthen adaptation policies in France and the European Union.
- Strengthen dialogue and cooperation between non-state actors involved in adaptation issues.
- Strengthen dialogue between Europe and Africa.
- Mobilise civil society in Marseille and the surrounding area.
The summit will highlight existing adaptation practices and solutions, emphasizing the efforts being made in the territories. The two-day event will offer a rich program: 7 plenaries, nearly 30 workshops, a pitch space, and various activities and visits.
300 speakers, high-level experts, and on-the-ground actors are expected.
Find out more about this event and the programme here!
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