WORLD leaders including US President Joe Biden, Pope Francis and UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson will all be in Glasgow in November for COP26. 

It is the most significant climate conference since the signing of the Paris Agreement in 2016. 

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Its aim is no less than hashing out policy changes leaders hope will save the humanity from the devastating effects of global warming. 

But what exactly do the people of the host city actually know about COP26? 

We took to the streets of Glasgow's city centre to find out. 

While some knew a lot about COP26 and its aims, many had little knowledge of the crucial conference. Most passersby approached by the Glasgow Times on Tuesday, July 13, simply said they knew "nothing" about the summit. 

Some had even had signed up to be official volunteers with the conference, to ensure the event runs smoothly. 

One person interviewed expressed concern about the health risks of hosting the conference in person and questioned if having a climate summit which involved people flying in from across the globe was really such a good idea. 

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We asked Glasgow Caledonian University, which is on the forefront of the fight against climate change with its Centre for Climate Justice, why it was important the public should be aware of action to change environmental policy. 

Valentine Morgan, the university's head of communications and public affairs said: "As we move towards the COP26 summit, and world leaders arriving in Glasgow in November to agree clear plans for tackling the global climate emergency, it’s vital the public feel fully informed and engaged. 

"Indeed, everyone across society – political leaders, businesses, local councils, educational institutions, grass roots community groups, students, teachers, workers and householders – has a role to play in overcoming the climate challenges we face. 

"In the months ahead, it’s so important those organising this major global event raise awareness and engage everyone across society. We can accomplish great things if we work together."

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As the host country, the UK Government is responsible for managing the event.

A spokesman for the Cabinet Office said: "We are continually monitoring the Covid situation, working with all partners including the Scottish Government, Public Health Scotland, and Glasgow City Council, and exploring what different scenarios might mean for COP26 and how we plan for that, whilst putting the health of the participants and the local community first.

"For COP26 to be a success, representatives from around the world need to be sitting around the same table at an in-person summit this November. As hosts, we recognise how urgently the world must come together to agree action to tackle climate change."