Glasgow's climate leadership after COP26: green skills, business investment, and city-level action

A new report from Glasgow Chamber of Commerce shows how the city has evolved from COP26 host to a practical hub for climate action. It highlights progress in green skills, circular economy projects, and international partnerships including trade missions on green hydrogen and collaboration with cities like Milan and London. Data from the Congress of Business survey found 42% of business leaders are investing more in sustainability than a year ago, with only 4% cutting back. The article argues that cities are where national climate targets get turned into real projects, from retrofitting buildings to electrifying transport. Glasgow's experience shows that climate action and economic resilience can reinforce each other.