Lehigh student, staff attend UN Climate Summit with 100+ world leaders

The 2026 United Nations Climate Summit, held during the United Nations General Assembly, brought together more than 100 world leaders, policymakers, business representatives, and civil society actors to discuss climate action, resilience, and sustainable development. A delegation from Lehigh University, including staff and students participating in the Lehigh University/United Nations Partnership, attended the summit and engaged with global discussions on climate resilience, disaster preparedness, energy transition, and climate finance. The event featured remarks from UN Secretary-General António Guterres and other international leaders, with a strong emphasis on turning climate commitments into concrete actions and strengthening international cooperation.

👉 Read more about Lehigh participation here: https://global.lehigh.edu/news/lehigh-university-un-climate-summit-2026