The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is set to host the “TIME TO ACT FORUM 2026: The Climate Crisis and the Energy Frontier — Building a Resilient and Sustainable City –” on October 6. The event is part of Tokyo's ongoing effort to accelerate climate action and promote decarbonization under the “TIME TO ACT” initiative.
The forum will take place on Tuesday, starting at 5:30 p.m. Japan Standard Time, and will run until 7:30 p.m. It is designed as a hybrid format, combining an in-person event with an option for online participation through live streaming, making it accessible to a global audience. Simultaneous interpretation in Japanese and English will be available.
This year's theme focuses on building resilient and sustainable urban environments amidst the ongoing climate crisis and exploring new energy frontiers. The forum will feature keynote speeches and panel discussions that include representatives from leading cities and countries in climate action alongside international organizations engaged in global climate discussions.
The forum also serves as a “Town Hall COP,” an initiative developed by ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability. Town Hall COP aims to bridge local climate initiatives with international policy discussions by reflecting the voices and outcomes of local climate events in national and UNFCCC COP dialogues.
Supported by C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group and ICLEI, the event underscores the crucial role of urban areas in addressing climate challenges. Notably, the electricity for the event's venue will be sourced entirely from renewable energy, aligning with Tokyo's vision for a sustainable future.
The TIME TO ACT movement, launched by Tokyo in 2021, serves as a platform for driving climate action and fostering collaboration among global cities. This year's forum is part of the broader “Tokyo 2050 Strategy,” which focuses on achieving zero emissions and laying the groundwork for a green transformation.
Further details on the event's program and how to participate can be accessed through the “TIME TO ACT” climate action movement's website, where information on previous forums is also available.