COP28: an urgent call for multilevel governance

The only way to face the climate crisis is with action co-ordinated and led by all levels of government, from local to international

COP28 in Dubai marked a significant turning point in global climate negotiations. The establishment of a loss and damage financing mechanism and the historic agreement to transition away from fossil fuels are well documented. But another remarkable aspect of the summit, which has not been well covered, was the unprecedented inclusion of cities, regions and subnational leaders in official proceedings and outcomes.