The call for submissions of best practice examples to be presented at the Climate Chance Europe 2026 Summit will open shortly.
What is the Pitch Corner?
The Pitch Corner is a dedicated space at the heart of the event, allowing selected project leaders to present their initiatives for 10 to 15 minutes during the Climate Chance Europe Summit 2026.
This format highlights concrete projects led by territories, businesses, associations, or citizens, sharing inspiring and replicable solutions to the challenges of climate change adaptation.
By participating, you contribute to:
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Strengthening multi-stakeholder engagement on climate adaptation and resilience in Europe by sharing your experiences, successes, and challenges.
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Enriching the Summit program with inspiring initiatives showcased in the Pitch Corner, a visibility space for innovative projects led by territorial actors.
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Feeding into the Climate Chance Cartography of action, highlighting initiatives implemented across Europe and partner territories.
Participation Conditions
Eligible applicants include:
- Non-state actors: local authorities, businesses, associations, NGOs, trade unions, professional federations, scientific organizations, funders, youth or women’s organizations, and any organization actively engaged in climate action and territorial adaptation.
- Project leaders with a climate change adaptation initiative in Europe or within international cooperation frameworks.
Projects must be innovative, concrete, and scalable, addressing themes such as:
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Nature-based solutions and ecosystem adaptation
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Sustainable water and natural resource management
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Urban resilience and spatial planning
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Adaptation of food, energy, or transport systems
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Technological, social, or financial innovations for adaptation
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Note: Selected contributors for the Pitch Corner are responsible for registering for the Climate Chance Europe Summit 2026 and covering their own travel and accommodation expenses.