Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - COP30
What is COP30?
COP30 is the 30th United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP), an annual global meeting where world leaders, scientists, non-governmental organizations, and civil society leaders gather to discuss actions to tackle climate change. It is considered one of the world's key events on the subject.
When and where will COP30 be held?
In November 2025, COP30 will be held in the city of Belém, in Pará State, Brasil.
How important is COP30 for Brasil?
COP30 is a historic opportunity for Brasil to reaffirm its leadership in climate change negotiations and global sustainability. The event will allow the country to demonstrate its efforts in areas such as renewable energy, biofuels, and low-carbon agriculture, as well as to reinforce its historic performance in multilateral processes such as Eco-92 and Rio+20.
Who is at COP30?
COP30 will be attended by leaders, ministers, diplomats, UN representatives, scientists, business leaders, non-governmental organizations, activists, and other members of civil society from more than 190 countries.
How is Brasil preparing to host COP30?
In March 2024, the Brazilian Government launched the Extraordinary Secretariat for COP30 (SECOP), attached to the Office of the Chief of Staff, tasked with coordinating, articulating, guiding, and monitoring the actions of the federal, state, and host cities for COP30. The federal government, through the BNDES, Itaipu, and the federal budget, has so far invested almost BRL 5 billion in infrastructure works for the city of Belém.
What is Brasil's role in the climate negotiations?
Brasil is a country with a long tradition of participating actively in multilateral climate forums. At COP30, Brasil will showcase its solutions to tackle climate change, such as the use of renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and forest conservation, and seek to build agreement among different nations.
What does the host country of COP30 mean?
Being the host country for COP30 requires logistical, diplomatic, and environmental responsibilities. Brasil will have to ensure a high standard of infrastructure to accommodate thousands of delegates, as the country itself will have to make a substantial contribution to global discussions, and provide transparency and security measures during the event.
How can COP 30 impact the local economy of Belém and Brasil?
For Belém, COP30 could lead to economic impacts creating temporary jobs, increasing tourism, and boosting the services, accommodation and trade sectors. For Brasil, the event could attract international investment in clean energy and environmental technologies.
What sustainability measures will COP30 implement?
COP30 in Belém is committed to sustainable practices such as offsetting carbon emissions, using renewable energy in the event's facilities, and promoting a circular economy with a focus on recycling and reusing materials.
How does COP30 connect to previous climate negotiations?
COP30 continues the Paris Agreement signed at COP21 and the discussions of previous COPs. The goals of limiting the global temperature increase to 1.5°C and climate finance commitments will be the key themes for monitoring progress since COP29 and accelerating future action.
What issues are expected at COP30?
The main challenges include aligning the commitments of developed and developing countries in relation to climate finance, ensuring that emission reduction targets are compatible with climate science, and dealing with the socio-economic impacts of climate change on vulnerable populations.
How is Brasil preparing to overcome the hosting difficulties in Belém?
The Federal Government has adopted a series of strategies to accommodate the large number of participants expected at the event. Among the main measures are:
1. Partnerships with the Private Sector: The government is promoting collaborations with hotel chains and lodging platforms to encourage the temporary expansion of the supply of rooms, including through the rental of private properties, such as apartments and houses, in models similar to Airbnb.
2. Improving Infrastructure: Investments are planned to improve the city's tourist infrastructure and modernize existing hotels to increase their capacity to receive tourists and delegations, with an investment of more than BRL100 million through Fungetur.
3. Use of Temporary Structures: Alternatives such as floating hotels and cruise ships anchored off Belém's waterfront are being considered as additional accommodation during the event.
4. Expansion to Nearby Cities: The government is also working on strategies to integrate the hotel network of nearby cities, facilitating transportation between these locations and Belém with the improvement of highways and public transportation lines.
5. Encouraging Construction and Renovations: There is encouragement for new investment in the construction of hotels or renovation of commercial buildings for use as temporary accommodation in line with the COP30 deadlines.
How can I follow the COP30 debates?
The COP30 debates will be broadcast live on digital platforms, partner television channels and the event's official media. The public will also be able to follow the discussions on social media and through the Federal government's communication channels.
English version by Bárbara Menezes
Proofreading by Enrique Villamil