Congress of Business (COB26) was held on 12 May 2026 during Glasgow Climate Week.
COB is a high-level summit that brings together senior business leaders and sustainability decision‑makers to turn climate ambition into practical action.
This flagship event showcased how organisations are building resilience and driving growth through climate leadership - sharing real examples, peer learning and insights which can be applied to organisations.
COB26 explored the challenges and opportunities shaping the business‑led climate transition, with a focus on:
As a key convening moment between COP summits, Congress of Business keeps climate action at the top of the business agenda.
Congress of Business 2026
was held in partnership with
British Chambers of Commerce
Scottish Chambers of Commerce
University of Glasgow
E.ON
The in-person event took place in Glasgow:
SWG3
100 Eastvale Place
Glasgow
G3 8QG
COB Inspires - a career‑focused sustainability event specifically designed for students, recent graduates, and early‑career professionals who are interested in exploring sustainability-focused jobs.
Through open discussions, interactive panels, and highly engaged networking spaces, COB Inspires was intentionally designed to spark curiosity, ambition, and commitment to sustainability, attracting individuals who are actively seeking roles with purpose and impact.
COB Futures was designed to inspire and empower the next generation to take an active role in shaping a sustainable future.
Aiming to connect young people with the opportunities emerging from the green job agenda and the transition to a low-carbon economy, pupils in S3 engaged with leading voices in sustainability who shared insights into the skills and careers driving the green transition.
