What did Brazil propose at the opening of COP31?

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) presented, this Wednesday (11), five priorities for Brazil to accelerate global climate action during the opening of the COP31 Leaders Summit, in Antalya, Turkey.

The speech highlighted the need for the world to advance the energy transition, expand electrification, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and unlock climate finance for the transformation of production systems.

The government advocated for the practical implementation of the initiatives and guidelines established as a legacy of COP30, held last year in Belém (PA), as a way to maintain the pace of global decarbonization goals.

Brazil's main proposal for the sector is to implement the three voluntary Roadmaps developed following COP30. For the energy sector, the focus is on the plan that guides the gradual replacement of fossil fuels with clean and renewable sources.

According to Lula, the current climate goals of most countries are still insufficient to meet the temperature limits of the Paris Agreement.

To reverse this scenario, the president highlighted the alignment between Brazil's COP30 goal and the guidelines presented by the Turkish presidency at COP31, pointing to the following as the main mitigation areas:

• Sustainable fuels: Brazil is advocating for the expansion of low-carbon alternatives to replace petroleum derivatives.
• Accelerating electrification: The COP31 presidency's proposal (alongside waste reduction) aims to expand the use of clean energy in both production and consumption sectors.

The Brazilian president reaffirmed his commitment to structuring a national plan aimed at reducing dependence on fossil fuels and asked that these guidelines be incorporated into the next stages of climate negotiations.

Climate finance of US$1,3 trillion

To enable the expansion of energy infrastructure and the transition of economies, especially in developing countries, Brazil demanded greater access to capital.

Lula highlighted the Baku-Bethlehem Roadmap, developed by the presidencies of COP29 and COP30, which outlines a route to mobilize US$1,3 trillion per year in climate finance until 2035.

The government also advocated for strengthening sustainable investment platforms that connect governments, financial institutions, and the private sector to finance decarbonization and renewable energy projects.

The Tropical Forest Fund has already raised US$7,8 billion in commitments.

Another Brazilian priority was the consolidation of the TFFF (Tropical Forests Forever Fund), a mechanism launched at COP30 to reward countries that maintain their forests. The model seeks to attract public and private capital with financial returns for investors.

During the Forest Leaders Summit, also held this Wednesday (11), the government reported that the fund already has US$7,8 billion in commitments announced by international partners, with the endorsement of 66 countries and the European Union. 

Environmental goals and geopolitical warning

The environmental aspects of Brazil's position also highlighted domestic results and international cooperation for the Amazon.

The government cited a reduction of approximately 71% in deforestation in the region between 2022 and 2026 and the creation of 2,5 million hectares of protected areas since 2023.

Furthermore, he announced the National Roadmap against deforestation and highlighted the reach of the Amazon Fund, which is present in three out of every four municipalities in the Amazon.

Finally, in his opening speech, Lula warned that geopolitical conflicts and trade disputes have hampered progress in climate negotiations and the flow of green investments.

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