WHO CAN ATTEND
THE GREEN ZONE?
THE GREEN ZONE?
The Green Zone is open to delegates and guests of the Blue Zone, Public and Private Sector, NGOs and the General Public.
Further information regarding access to programmed or ticketed events will be shared once finalized and tickets will be available through the COP28 UAE website.
VISAS
If you are travelling to the UAE to attend the Green Zone or other COP28 UAE events and activities (and are not a UNFCCC registered delegate), you can apply for a standard visit visa or receive a tourist visa on arrival if applicable.
For more information please visit www.icp.gov.ae
ACCOMMODATION
A wide choice of accommodation options to suit any budget are available across the United Arab Emirates.
Accommodation options
COP28 UAE will take place in Dubai, offering a wide selection of accommodation options to suit every budget. Currently, there are over 800 properties operating in Dubai, ranging from 1-star to 5-star hotels and serviced apartments.
Additionally, the UAE’s capital Abu Dhabi, located one hour away from the event venue, features a wide range of accommodation options, with over 230 hotels and resorts plus serviced apartments available, ranging from 1-star to 5-star.
Booking portal
COP28 UAE will facilitate a booking portal for accommodation arrangements that will enable all registered delegates to book their accommodation for the event. The booking portal along with additional information for delegates is available on http://www.cop28.bnetwork.com
Appointed travel agency
Larger delegations requiring group bookings should contact accommodation service providers directly as early as possible to secure preferred accommodations. Alternatively, bnetwork, the COP28 UAE appointed travel agency, can assist with accommodation and related travel services in UAE.
Please contact bnetwork via email at cop28@bnetwork.com or by phone + 33 1 58 16 20 10 (regular operator charges apply) Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 18:00 (CET); kindly expect responses within 48 hours on working days.
Advanced visits
We encourage delegations to arrange visits with respective suppliers or network as appropriate
TRAVEL TO THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE)
The UAE Government is pleased to welcome you to a country strategically located at the crossroads of Asia, Africa and Europe, made up of seven emirates: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, and Ajman. Together, the Emirates have been a meeting place of diverse cultures for thousands of years.
The UAE is connected by direct flights to over 300 destinations worldwide, with an extensive network of regional and international flights. Additionally, most of the major global airlines fly to and from the UAE.
Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways, Wizz Air, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Dubai: Emirates, FlyDubai
Sharjah: Air Arabia
There are transportation options available to reach points of interest close to the COP28 Venue:
Abu Dhabi Airport: To & From AUH Airport
Dubai Airport: To & From DXB Airport
Sharjah Airport: To & From SHJ Airport
Additionally, journey planners are a great way to assess transportation options prior to arriving into the UAE.
Abu Dhabi Journey Planner: DARBI AUH
Dubai Journey Planner: RTA DXB
For more information about traveling into the UAE, please refer to:
Entry Requirements - Ministry of Economy - UAE
Travel Requirements by Destination - Etihad Airways
Entry Requirements - Ministry of Economy - UAE
Travel Requirements by Destination - Etihad Airways
THINGS TO DO IN THE UAE
Find a list of unique places to visit in each of the seven emirates of the UAE. Visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, Burj Khalifa in Dubai, Heart of Sharjah in Sharjah, Masfout Castle in Ajman, and beautiful beaches in Ras Al Khaimah.
Find out more about Abu Dhabi
The modern, cosmopolitan, high-rise UAE capital city. Experience Abu Dhabi | Travel and Tourism | Visit Abu Dhabi https://Visitabudhabi.ae/en/
Find out more about Dubai
Beautiful beaches, record-breaking attractions, and experiences like no other. Visit Dubai - Official Tourism Board in Dubai (https://www.visitdubai.com/en/)
Find out more about Sharjah
The UAE’s third largest emirate has something for everyone. Come explore all the tourist places and things to see in Sharjah.
Visit Sharjah (https://www.visitsharjah.com/en/)
Visit Sharjah (https://www.visitsharjah.com/en/)
Find out more about Ras al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah is renowned for its outstanding nature, leisure, adventure, and authentic offerings https://visitrasalkhaimah.com/
Find out more about Fujairah
Fujairah is distinguished by its rugged mountains, valleys, waterfalls, oases, and wide sandy beaches https://fujairah.ae/en
Find out more about Ajman
The magical beaches of Ajman with fresh air, a peaceful environment, and clean water provides marine activities that attract many sea lovers https://www.ajman.ae/en
Find out more about Umm Al Quwain
The emirate has rich coastal mangroves on the coast of the Arabian Gulf and many islands to the east of the mainland. The biggest island, Al Seniah, is home to Arabian gazelles, falcons, and turtles https://visituaq.ae/
Expected weather during COP28
The weather in Dubai in late November and early December is pleasant and mild. Expect highs of between 25°C to 28°C in the day, and lows of 16°C to 19°C at night.Humidity usually sits around the 60% mark, and the likelihood for sunshine is approximately 75%.
Cultural information
The UAE is blessed with a rich heritage encompassing architecture, sports, occupations, traditions, arts, crafts, food, places of historical and archaeological importance, and lifestyles and values reflecting traditional Arab and Islamic values.
The environment and terrain also influence the region’s lifestyle. Read to know about the different aspects of the Emirati culture and their inspirations then and now. u.ae
The environment and terrain also influence the region’s lifestyle. Read to know about the different aspects of the Emirati culture and their inspirations then and now. u.ae
FAQS: GREEN ZONE
What is the Green Zone?
The Green Zone is a space managed and delivered by the COP28 UAE Presidency. It offers a platform to non-accredited delegates, including youth groups, civil society, NGOs, the private sector, and Indigenous Peoples, to have their voices heard, promoting dialogue and awareness about climate action.
The COP28 UAE Presidency believes that governments and the private sector must work closely together in order to address climate change. Through the Green Zone, the COP28 UAE Presidency offers the private sector the opportunity to showcase their contributions and solutions to the global climate challenge. Their innovative approaches, climate action technologies and entrepreneurship will constitute an important part of COP28. The Green Zone will also host technical conferences, panels, and activations with a focus on existing and future solutions to climate change mitigation.
The COP28 UAE Presidency believes that governments and the private sector must work closely together in order to address climate change. Through the Green Zone, the COP28 UAE Presidency offers the private sector the opportunity to showcase their contributions and solutions to the global climate challenge. Their innovative approaches, climate action technologies and entrepreneurship will constitute an important part of COP28. The Green Zone will also host technical conferences, panels, and activations with a focus on existing and future solutions to climate change mitigation.
Who can attend the Green Zone?
The Green Zone is open to delegates and guests of the Blue Zone, Public and Private Sector, NGOs and the General Public.
Do we need to register to visit the Green Zone?
Visitors will be required to register to access the Green Zone. Details will be available on the website in due course.
When can we visit the Green Zone?
The Green Zone will be operational between Thursday 30 November - Tuesday 12 December 2023.
From Thursday 30 November - Saturday 2 December, the Green Zone will be open to sponsor and showcase entities, business visitors and accredited Blue Zone delegates only.
From Sunday 3 December - Tuesday 12 December, the Green Zone will open for entities to host their events and activations.
Public programming will also commence from Sunday 3 December, with a public program to be announced.
The official opening hours of the Green Zone are 10:00 - 18:00 with some events taking place in the evenings between 18:00 - 22:00.
From Thursday 30 November - Saturday 2 December, the Green Zone will be open to sponsor and showcase entities, business visitors and accredited Blue Zone delegates only.
From Sunday 3 December - Tuesday 12 December, the Green Zone will open for entities to host their events and activations.
Public programming will also commence from Sunday 3 December, with a public program to be announced.
The official opening hours of the Green Zone are 10:00 - 18:00 with some events taking place in the evenings between 18:00 - 22:00.
Where is the Green Zone located?
The Green Zone is adjacent to the Blue Zone in Expo City Dubai.
What sort of activities will be happening in the Green Zone?
The COP28 UAE Presidency acknowledges the importance of the private sector, civil society, youth groups, academia, and their crucial role to play in combating climate change. Building on the legacy of COP Green Zones, COP28 UAE will enhance the experience by bringing the Green Zone closer to the Blue Zone to offer an impactful and engaging platform for entities to present innovative solutions, technologies and products designed to contribute to achieving a more sustainable future. COP28 UAE are also curating experiences where businesses can connect with each other, governments, and other stakeholders to share knowledge, expertise, and resources, with the aim of scaling up efforts to combat climate change.
Plans for the Green Zone include:
Plans for the Green Zone include:
- Technology and Innovation Hub: The Technology and Innovation Hub represents the convergence of cutting-edge technologies and progressive thinking to deliver innovative solutions and tackling climate change. This Hub acts as a catalyst for enabling government, businesses, and civil society to collaborate and leverage technologies to address the most pressing sustainability challenges of our time.
- Decarbonization Hub: The Decarbonization Hub represents an exclusive space where COP28 UAE’s top-tier sponsors who are leaders in green transformation can connect, collaborate, and share insights, strategies, and solutions to combat climate change. This opportunity allows leaders and innovators to showcase their blueprints for sustainable development and forge strategic partnerships that accelerate progress towards net-zero emissions.
- Knowledge Hub: This Hub will feature thematic experiences tackling urgent climate challenges and potential solutions.
How can we participate and have a presence in the Green Zone?
Please visit the website to register your interest: https://www.cop28.com/en/get-involved
How can entities register to showcase a sustainable and innovative initiative or project space in the Green Zone?
To express an interest to showcase within the Green Zone, entities can send a showcase proposal and any relevant information about the entity to sponsorship@cop28.com.
Showcase proposals will be reviewed regularly by COP28 UAE and entities will be contacted directly should the proposal be of interest.
Showcase proposals will be reviewed regularly by COP28 UAE and entities will be contacted directly should the proposal be of interest.
How much will a showcase space cost and what are the size options?
COP28 UAE are currently finalizing cost and size options for showcase spaces in the Green Zone and will share details once finalized with entities directly who have expressed interest. There will be options to utilize spaces within purposely developed showcase areas and the locations, options and size will vary from 13sqm to 350sqm.
Can an entity use their suppliers to construct their space?
COP28 UAE will provide each entity with the shell and core of the showcase space, however, the entity will need to finance and manage the fit-out of the space. COP28 UAE has engaged an official Event Management Company (EMC) for organizers to work with for the fit-out of their spaces, and for event and activation support services.
The EMC can provide design, creative, build and fit-out services. Organizers wishing to engage their own supplier will need to ensure they follow Expo City Dubai’s Health and Safety, Worker Welfare and Sustainability guidelines and work with both Expo City Dubai and the COP28 UAE EMC on arrangements. Details will be provided to entities directly should the showcase proposal received be of interest.
The EMC can provide design, creative, build and fit-out services. Organizers wishing to engage their own supplier will need to ensure they follow Expo City Dubai’s Health and Safety, Worker Welfare and Sustainability guidelines and work with both Expo City Dubai and the COP28 UAE EMC on arrangements. Details will be provided to entities directly should the showcase proposal received be of interest.
How can entities obtain further costings and details for other technical requirements?
Comprehensive details will be provided at a later stage to guide entities through the onboarding process for the management and fit-out of showcase spaces.