Ana Toni

Ana Toni, CEO of COP30, discusses Brazil's pivotal role as the host of this crucial climate summit. She shares insights on the country's preparations and ambitions for ambitious climate action amid political complexities. The concept of 'mutirão' emphasizes collective efforts and solidarity in tackling climate challenges. With a focus on phasing out fossil fuels and protecting nature, the conversation explores whether COP30 can indeed become a breakthrough moment or risk falling into old patterns of division and distraction.

Ana Toni, CEO and pivotal figure in the COP30 presidency, shares insights on the road to COP30. She emphasizes the importance of Nationally Determined Contributions and the necessity for collaboration, especially in fostering inclusion of indigenous and Global South leadership. The discussion also highlights Brazil's Mutirão concept for large-scale climate initiatives and the shift towards implementation-driven climate actions. Toni calls for a focus on the quality of NDCs, advocating for grassroots innovation and strong civil society engagement in tackling the climate crisis.

Ed Miliband, the UK’s Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, passionately discusses the UK’s ambitious climate targets, advocating for significant updates to Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). Ana Toni, Brazil’s National Secretary for Climate Change, joins in to emphasize international cooperation between Brazil and the UK to combat climate issues. Together, they highlight the critical need for leadership, investment, and collaboration to achieve sustainability, framing this decade as vital for a greener future.