Representatives from across Scotland’s faith communities have written to UK Government minister and COP26 president Alok Sharma asking for a meeting to discuss what progress has been made since COP26, the United Nations Climate Change Conference, which was held in Glasgow in November 2021.
Those signing include Christian Aid, the Church of Scotland, Eco-Congregation Scotland, The Iona Community, Justice and Peace Scotland, Quakers in Scotland, SCIAF, the Scottish Episcopal Church and the United Reformed Church.
The letter has been released in response to increasing concerns among faith groups that international developments since COP26 have diverted attention from the commitments made under the Glasgow Pact to prevent global temperatures increasing by more than 1.5C.
“The integrity of Creation hangs in the balance as climate change already threatens the safety and security of millions of people. Honouring the promises of COP26 is an essential way to pursue justice for those already suffering from the effects of climate change and give future generations the dream of a just and sustainable future”, commented Paul Williams, climate justice officer for the Church of Scotland.
The full letter is available on the Interfaith Glasgow website.
More details are available on the Church of Scotland website.
