What in the World COP30: What’s changed in the past decade for the climate?
Nov 10, 2025
Georgina Rannard, a BBC climate expert, discusses the significance of COP30 held in the Amazon, emphasizing the progress made since the Paris Agreement and the urgent need for ambitious climate commitments. Natalia Tsuyama, a climate activist from Brazil, shares local sentiments about hosting the summit and advocates for youth involvement in climate discussions. They explore the Amazon's critical role in global climate strategy and highlight the need for actionable promises, despite challenges related to political tensions and inclusivity.
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Paris Goal Now Out Of Reach
- The Paris Agreement aimed to keep warming below 1.5°C but that goal is now slipping away.
- The last decade became the hottest on record and 2024 crossed the 1.5°C threshold.
Brazil Seen As Leader, Not Victim
- Natalia felt emotional and powerful that the world is focusing on Brazil and its biomes.
- She sees Brazil as a potential leader, not just a victim, in climate action.
Renewables Grow But Emissions Still Climb
- Renewables investment has surged worldwide and electricity spending overtook fossil-fuel investment.
- Yet global emissions still rise and the UN warns we're on track for about 2.8°C warming.