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As leaders gather in Belém, Brazil for COP30, discussions will center on how countries can put climate commitments into practice. The Carbon Business Council and partners will be on the ground throughout #COP30, sharing insights from across the carbon removal ecosystem and highlighting the field’s growing global momentum. From pioneering projects in Latin America that restore land and boost local economies to new international collaborations, this year’s conference will highlight how implementation is taking shape. Here’s what to watch: - For the first time ever, COP30 will feature a Carbon Dioxide Removal Pavilion (CDR30 Pavilion), a dedicated space for conversations on how carbon removal can complement emissions reductions, strengthen regional economies, and support a just and inclusive transition. - Another first: carbon dioxide removal will be formally included in the COP30 Action Agenda, signaling growing global recognition that meeting climate goals will require responsibly scaling removal alongside deep emissions cuts. - A global 2030 goal for carbon removal is expected to take shape, focused on integrating removals into climate plans and expanding real projects this decade. - Article 6 discussions could open new channels for funding and global collaboration on carbon removal. 📖 Read our new blog post setting the stage for what to expect around carbon removal at COP30: https://lnkd.in/eTz26z6w #COP30 #CarbonRemoval #CDR #ClimateAction #Belém #NetZero #CDR30 #ParisAgreement #ClimateInnovation #Sustainability

𝟯𝟬 𝗢𝗯𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗢𝗣𝟯𝟬 As the world turns its eyes toward COP30 in Belém, Brazil, anticipation is growing around how nations will turn promises into progress. The COP30 Action Agenda outlines 30 key objectives designed to elevate climate action across every front from finance and nature to people and technology. 𝗦𝗼, 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗢𝗣𝟯𝟬? ➡️ A stronger link between climate and nature-protecting forests, oceans, and biodiversity as essential allies in mitigation and adaptation. ➡️ A just energy transition - balancing decarbonisation with fairness, ensuring communities and workers aren’t left behind. ➡️ Scaling climate finance - addressing the long-standing gap between ambition and actual funding, especially for the Global South. ➡️ Resilience and adaptation - shifting focus from reactive recovery to proactive preparedness. ➡️ Inclusion and accountability - placing local communities, Indigenous peoples, and women at the centre of the climate agenda. COP30 isn’t just another negotiation, it’s a turning point for implementation. The world will be looking for clear signals that we can accelerate action within this decisive decade. If COP28 was about stocktaking, COP30 must be about building the bridge from commitment to delivery. 💱 🍃 📸 COP30 #planetaryhealth #planetaryboundaries #sustainability #ClimateAction #carbonfootprint #NetZero #ClimateEmergency #SDG #ESG #GHG #netzero #COP30 #Brazil #ClimateFinance #JustTransition #NatureBasedSolutions #Resilience

🌍 COP30: From Promises to Proof In a few days, world leaders will meet in Belém, Brazil (Nov 10–21) for COP30, a major moment to move from climate talk to climate action. Agenda Highlights: • Energy, Industry & Transport – Accelerate decarbonization, triple renewable capacity & double energy efficiency by 2030. • Forests, Oceans & Biodiversity – Protect ecosystems and the Amazon ,halt and reverse deforestation by 2030. • Agriculture & Food Systems – Transition to sustainable, climate-smart farming. • Cities, Infrastructure & Water (Resilience) – Strengthen adaptation and climate-resilient infrastructure. • People & Inclusion – Prioritize gender equity, Indigenous and local community leadership. • Finance, Technology & Capacity-Building – Mobilize $1.3 trillion/year by 2035, 30 priority objectives to drive implementation. Other Key Highlights: • About 100 countries, representing ~2/3rd of global emissions, are updating their climate targets. • Emphasis on implementation over new pledges and moving from words to measurable results. COP30 is a moment to deliver on climate goals, not just discuss them. #COP30 #ClimateAction #NetZero #Sustainability #ClimateFinance

🌍 COP30: The Roadmap for Global Climate Action As the world prepares for COP30 (10–21 November 2025, Belém, Brazil), the official agenda sets a strong call for implementation, accountability, and real-world progress under the Paris Agreement. According to the COP30 Presidency’s official Action Agenda , discussions will focus on six core pillars and 30 key objectives that define the decade of delivery: ✅ Energy Transition & Industry – Tripling renewables, doubling energy efficiency, and phasing down fossil fuels. 🌿 Forests & Biodiversity – Protecting and restoring the Amazon and other critical ecosystems. 🌾 Agriculture & Food Systems – Advancing sustainable and resilient food production. 🏙️ Cities & Infrastructure – Building resilience in water, waste, and urban systems. 👥 Human & Social Development – Linking climate action with health, education, and equity. 💰 Finance & Technology – Scaling climate finance, innovation, and carbon market integrity. The message is clear: COP30 is about turning pledges into measurable progress. For businesses, it’s a signal - climate alignment isn’t optional anymore; it’s strategic. 🌱 Let’s move from commitment to concrete action. #COP30 #ClimateAction #Sustainability #NetZero #ESG #EnergyTransition #Leadership

COP30: Action & Implementation is the Word! The UN Climate Summit (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, is underway with a focus on action and finance to meet the 1.5°C goal. Here are the biggest breakthroughs from the first week: 1.Green Industrialization Takes Center Stage Belém Declaration on Global Green Industrialization: Launched by Brazil and backed by over 35 countries, this declaration aims to put clean industry, sustainable jobs, and innovation at the heart of the global economy, especially for the Global South. It's a major framework for decarbonizing heavy industry and advancing clean tech. Focus: Shifting global investment to green manufacturing and resilient supply chains. 2.Trillion-Dollar Climate Finance Roadmap Discussions are intense on the Baku-to-Belém Roadmap to deliver at least $1.3 trillion annually by 2035 to developing nations for climate action. This is the key metric for success on finance this year. Adaptation Finance: Major commitments are being pushed to increase funding for adaptation measures in vulnerable countries. 3.Health is a Climate Crisis Belém Health Action Plan (BHAP): Launched by Brazil and the WHO, this new plan is a global commitment to build climate-resilient health systems to protect communities from extreme heat and weather-related diseases. Backed by $300M in philanthropic pledges. 4.Fighting Climate Denialism Declaration on Information Integrity: A coalition of countries committed to promoting the integrity of climate information to counter misinformation, denialism, and greenwashing, recognizing that accurate data is essential for effective climate policy. Brazil's Push: The host country is framing this as the "COP of Implementation," urging all parties to move beyond pledges to tangible, on-the-ground projects, with a strong emphasis on including Indigenous voices and protecting the Amazon rainforest. #Arulkarki #COP30 #ClimateAction #Belém #GreenIndustry #ClimateFinance #GlobalSouth #CleanEnergy #Health #srilanka

If COP30 doesn’t turn promises into proof, the climate clock will keep moving without us. Belém isn’t just another negotiation stop. It’s a reality check. The world now needs execution, not applause for ambition. 2025 brings NDC 3.0, the next cycle of climate plans for 2026 to 2035. Countries must show how they’ll cut emissions, who pays, what technologies they’ll deploy and how progress will be tracked. The spotlight has shifted from vision to delivery. Brazil has framed COP30 around six priorities to turn commitment into implementation. Energy, Industry and Transport Tripling renewables, doubling efficiency, transitioning away from fossil fuels, electrifying transport and decarbonising heavy industry. Hydrogen, CCS and storage will matter. Forests, Oceans and Biodiversity With the Amazon hosting, nature will be central. Expect stronger action on deforestation, restoration and conservation finance like the Tropical Forests Forever Facility. Oceans and coastal ecosystems will gain attention. Agriculture and Food Systems Climate smart farming, land restoration and resilient supply chains. Stronger support for smallholders, nutrition access and sustainable production. Cities, Infrastructure and Water Urban resilience will drive discussions on green buildings, mobility, water management and waste systems through multi level governance. Human and Social Development Protecting people through resilient health systems, green jobs, skills, cultural heritage and climate education. Enablers and Accelerators Climate finance, technology, capacity, innovation and harmonised carbon accounting. Key enablers: • Blended finance • Digital MRV • Climate aligned procurement • MSME innovation Article 6 and carbon markets remain key. With rules set, the task is operationalisation through transparency, digital MRV and clearer pathways for removals and nature based credits like REDD+ and HFLD. Technical Expert Reviews will help refine baselines. On finance, the Baku to Belém Roadmap signals USD 1.3 trillion a year by 2035. But unless finance is accessible and timely, developing countries will struggle. Adaptation needs are rising faster than funding, and loss and damage support remains limited. Belém is about protecting what matters, fixing what is broken and clearing barriers slowing climate action. It connects negotiation halls to farms, forests, factories and frontline communities. The scoreboard is not speeches. It is implementation. Viviid Green sees COP30 as a moment to make climate markets more transparent and practical. If finance access and MRV improve, communities and industries can scale climate action with confidence. #COP30 #ClimateAction #Sustainability #NetZero #Viviidgreen Sundram Fasteners TVS Motor Company TATA Marcopolo Motors Ltd. Dharwad Agrah Mehta Naveen Somasundaram Kalpesh Kadakuntla Agrah Mehta Sarashi Mahanta Pathak Nidhi Basanagouda S  

COP30: A People, Planet and Profit saving arrangement for the Future The 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30), organized by the United Nations, is a defining moment in the global climate dialogue. It brings nations, businesses, and communities together to strengthen commitments under the Paris Agreement, focusing on real, actionable strategies to protect people, restore the planet, and promote sustainable profit. At the heart of COP30 lies the philosophy of “People, Planet, and Profit”, this is a balanced framework for achieving sustainability without leaving anyone behind. For people, it means building climate-resilient communities, reducing poverty, and ensuring access to clean energy, water, and food. It’s a call to prioritize health, equity, and livelihoods in every climate decision. For the planet, COP30 will emphasize biodiversity restoration, decarbonization, and adaptation to changing ecosystems. It will encourage countries to accelerate renewable energy adoption, reduce emissions, and restore degraded lands, these are steps crucial to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. When it comes to profit, the conference highlights the importance of green investment and sustainable business models. By integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, industries can thrive while conserving natural resources and creating decent jobs. Ultimately, COP30 is more than an event; it’s a global saving arrangement, one that aligns human progress with environmental responsibility and economic growth. Its outcomes are expected to inspire policies and partnerships that make sustainability a shared currency for the future. COP30 Brazil #PARISAGREEMENT #SUSTAINABILITY #SDG #PEOPLEPROFITPLANET #ESG #ECONOMICGROWTH

Extreme heat is a fast-growing climate risks for cities. At COP30 in Belém, we were proud to join the Beat the Heat initiative, led by UN Environment Programme and the COP30 Presidency, where Ramboll introduced a new digital tool that helps cities: 🌊 Analyse flooding and urban heat impacts at the same time 🌳 Explore nature-based solutions in real time 🌍 Build stronger business cases to mobilise investment The tool can be used in both data-rich cities and emerging economies, helping significantly speed up the impact analysis. “When you combine a clear climate vision with a strong business case, you improve your chances of attracting investment into nature-based solutions,” says Christian Nyerup Nielsen, Global Division Director, Climate Resilience, Ramboll. Funded by a grant from the Rambøll Fonden / Ramboll Foundation, the tool and our collaboration support the UN Global Cooling Pledge, the world’s first collective commitment to cut cooling-related emissions by 68 percent and expand access to sustainable cooling by 2050. Thank you to UN Environment Programme, the COP30 Brazil, C40 Cities, and our partner in the city councils of Copenhagen and New York for bringing momentum to this milestone. To read more, link in the comments. ⬇️ #COP30 #BeatTheHeat #CoolCoalition #ClimateAction

🌍 COP30: Why the World is Watching Brazil 🇧🇷 In 2025, the global community will gather in Belém, Brazil for COP30 – the 30th UN Climate Change Conference, where leaders, scientists, youth, businesses, Indigenous Peoples and civil society unite to confront the climate crisis. This summit marks a critical moment. It's ten years since the Paris Agreement, yet the planet has just experienced the hottest decade in history, with record heatwaves, wildfires, storms and floods impacting lives and ecosystems across the globe. The recent UN assessment showed the world is not on track to limit warming to 1.5°C. COP30 may be one of our last major opportunities to correct course. 🌱 What Makes COP30 Significant? New National Climate Pledges (NDCs): Countries must present stronger plans to cut emissions and adapt to climate impacts — aligning action with science. In the Heart of the Amazon: Hosting COP30 in Belém highlights the vital role of forests and Indigenous communities. The Amazon is a major carbon sink and biodiversity hotspot — protecting it is key to climate stability. Climate & Nature Together: Climate action must go hand-in-hand with biodiversity protection and restoration. We can’t solve one crisis without the other. 🔑 Key Priorities to Watch 1. Forests 🌳 Accelerating efforts to end deforestation, strengthen nature-based solutions and uphold Indigenous Peoples’ rights. 2. Finance 💰 Wealthier nations must scale support for developing countries. Current global pledges fall far short of the estimated $1.3 trillion needed annually for climate mitigation, adaptation, and loss and damage support. 3. Fossil Fuels ⛽ A just and equitable transition away from fossil fuels is essential. Countries must commit to phasing out fossil fuels while rapidly scaling renewable energy and efficiency — tripling renewables and doubling efficiency improvements by 2030. ⚖️ A Narrow but Real Path Forward Despite challenges, progress is possible. Policies and pledges made so far have already reduced projected warming from ~4°C to around 3°C — and full implementation of current plans could bring that closer to 1.9°C. With bold action, global cooperation and ecosystem restoration, we can still work toward returning to the 1.5°C pathway. ✊ Why It Matters COP30 must deliver: ✅ Ambitious national plans ✅ Clear timelines to exit fossil fuels ✅ Major finance commitments ✅ Strong protection for forests & nature ✅ Global unity for a just transition COP30 is more than a conference — it's a moment of truth for our shared future. The decisions made in Brazil will shape whether we chart a sustainable path or lock in irreversible climate risks. 🌎 Let’s watch, engage, and push for real climate action.. UNFCCC-WGEO Regional Collaboration Centre (RCC) MENA and SA UN Climate Change #COP30 #ClimateAction #UNFCCC #ParisAgreement #JustTransition #AmazonRainforest #NatureBasedSolutions #EndDeforestation #ClimateFinance #RenewableEnergy #YouthForClimate #GlobalSouth

🌍 In the lead-up to COP30, it’s clear that investing in nature is not just a climate solution - it’s an economic imperative. Around the world, countries are facing the intertwined challenges of rising debt burdens, climate shocks, and nature loss. Nature offers a powerful lever for resilience, adaptation, and sustainable growth. Transitioning to a more equitable and nature-positive global economy and breaking the cycle of fossil fuel dependence and ecosystem degradation will require: ▪️ Financial tools that reward sustainability and resilience. ▪️ Policy environments that incentivize investment in nature. ▪️ Tools and data that make nature-related risks and impacts visible to decision-makers. NatureFinance brought these priorities to the UN Climate Change “Baku to Belém Roadmap to 1.3T”, an initiative charting a path to scale climate finance globally. We’re proud to join institutions including Inter-American Development Bank, Conservation International, Instituto Igarapé, The Nature Conservancy, CGIAR Climate Action, Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, and World Resources Institute in shaping this global agenda - a key focus for #COP30 in Brazil. ⏩ Read our full submission: https://lnkd.in/eeMEKNTy #COP30 #NaturePositive #ClimateFinance #Bioeconomy COP30 Brazil COP30 Insights