“Field of Climate Fire” Art Installation on George Square Calls on World Leaders to Address Climate Emergency Ahead of COP26


Glasgow, Scotland — On Thursday, October 28, activists welcome world leaders to COP26 with a field of climate fire in George Square. The group will symbolically set George Square “on fire” with an art installation of faux flames, smoke, and banners, showcasing the climate emergency, and massive fire extinguishers highlighting actions world leaders should take at the upcoming COP26 climate negotiations.

WHAT: “Field of Climate Fire” installation on George Square to welcome world leaders to COP26

WHEN: Thursday, October 28, 9:30-11:00am BST. (Dynamic visuals for TV cameras scheduled for 10:15am)

WHERE: George Square, Glasgow G2 1DH

WHO: The Glasgow Actions Team, along with prominent climate figures from around the world. Interviews will be available.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres recently said the latest IPCC report was nothing less than "a code red for humanity.” The action will highlight the urgency of this emergency and call upon world leaders to put forth firm climate plans (NDCs) that match the scale of the crisis.