The exact number of attendees at COP28 is not publicly available. However, previous COPs have seen tens of thousands of participants, including delegates, observers, and members of the media.
Factors influencing the number of attendees include:
- The host country's capacity: The United Arab Emirates, the host of COP28, has a large infrastructure and can accommodate a significant number of attendees.
- The event's duration: COPs typically last for two weeks, which can attract a larger number of participants.
- The event's focus: The specific themes and topics discussed at COP28 may attract a particular group of stakeholders, influencing attendance.
COP28 is expected to draw a large number of attendees due to its focus on:
- Accelerating climate action: The event aims to drive progress on climate change mitigation, adaptation, and finance.
- Global stocktake: COP28 will assess the collective progress made towards achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement.
- Energy transition: The event will focus on the transition to a sustainable energy system.
While the exact number of attendees at COP28 remains unknown, it is expected to be a significant gathering of world leaders, policymakers, businesses, and civil society representatives.
