Building on SOM’s participation in previous editions of the United Nations Climate Change Conference, Mina Hasman, SOM’s Global Head of Climate Strategy, will speak at COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye. Through a series of presentations and panel discussions, she will highlight how SOM is advancing a zero-carbon, human-centric approach to design, demonstrating the built environment’s potential to benefit both people and the planet. Electrification is a key focus of this year’s COP, she will explore its role in accelerating the transition to a more sustainable built environment. 

Hasman will contribute to a series of discussions and panels, including:

November 10, 2:00–3:00 p.m. – Resilient Cities, Buildings & Cooling Pavilion (Blue Zone)

This session explores how to deliver the COP Presidency’s “35 by 35” ambition by accelerating the design; financing; construction; and retrofit of efficient, resilient and fully electrified buildings. 

November 11, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. –  UfM Mediterranean Pavilion 

Hosted by the Union of the Mediterranean (UfM), this panel explores how digital technologies can accelerate climate mitigation across key sectors, including energy, transport, buildings, and industry, with a focus on the policies, financing, and partnerships needed to scale solutions across the Mediterranean.

November 12, 10:00–10:45 a.m. –  Türkiye Pavilion 

Bringing together leading voices from across architecture and sustainability, the panel explores how Türkiye can accelerate the green transformation of its built environment by drawing on global best practices and identifying practical solutions for low-carbon buildings, climate adaptation, resource efficiency, and resilient cities. 

November 12, 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. – Health Pavilion 

This session will bring together policymakers, experts, and local actors from across Europe to share lessons learned from recent heatwaves and explore practical solutions.

November 13, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. – Ela Excellence Resort Belek 

Saint-Gobain’s Sustainable Construction Observatory will bring together industry leaders, policymakers and finance representatives to discuss the barriers to climate adaptation in the built environment and how greater collaboration across the value chain can accelerate the delivery of resilient buildings and cities.

November 13, 4:15–5:00 p.m. – Direncli Sehirler Hub 1 (Green Zone)

This panel organized by the Commonwealth Association of Architects and RIBA will bring together leaders from professional institutions, academia, and international organizations to explore how coordinated capacity building can accelerate climate implementation.

November 13, 5:00–6:00 p.m. – Resilient Cities, Buildings & Cooling Pavilion 

Organized by Nikken Sekkei, this session introduces Japan’s avoided emissions guidelines to an international audience, exploring their relevance to global best practices and encouraging dialogue on how they can align with emerging international standards. 

November 14, 1:00–2:00 p.m. – Thailand Pavilion 

Organized by ASLA and AIA, this session will bring together global leaders across architecture, urban design, and engineering to explore how climate adaptation can be scaled across cities and the built environment. 

November 14, 3:00–4:30 p.m. – Side Event Room Yellow (Blue Zone)

Hosted by RIBA, ASLA, and AIA, this session explores practical tools and proven strategies for creating climate resilient communities, including strong building codes and regenerative design.

November 14, 5:00–6:00 p.m. – Resilient Cities, Buildings & Cooling Pavilion 

Organized by Article 25, Architecture 2030, and other partners, Hasman will contribute to a discussion titled “Powered by Place: Through Heritage and Innovation,” exploring how traditional knowledge, place-based architecture and contemporary innovation can support affordable, regenerative and climate-resilient buildings and communities. 

Hasman is based in SOM’s London studio and is a recognized international leader in sustainable design and climate advocacy. As SOM’s Global Head of Climate Strategy, she defines, aligns, and drives the firm’s global climate agenda, integrating design, business, and operational priorities to embed climate-informed value across all regions and disciplines. Under her leadership, SOM became a carbon-neutral business and secured Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validation of its emissions reduction targets.