In an insightful conversation with Omar Shihab, Advisor to the UAERG Board and Chief Sustainability Officer at BOCA, we delve into the transformative potential of COP28 and its profound implications for the restaurant industry.

Understanding COP28: A Global Climate Endeavor

COP28, the 28th installment of The Conference of the Parties (COP) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), stands as a pivotal global event. Taking place from November 30 to December 12, 2023, at Expo City, Dubai, this annual conference gathers world leaders to assess progress since the inception of the UN climate agreement in 1992. Beyond evaluation, it serves as a platform for aligning efforts on climate action and negotiating commitments to bridge existing gaps. Importantly, COP28 is a high-level meeting among world governments, distinguished by its substantive focus rather than being a mere trade show.