Caroline O'Doherty

In this discussion, Caroline O'Doherty, Climate and Science Correspondent for the Irish Times, reports from the heart of Belém, dissecting the aims of COP30. She highlights Brazil's push for concrete climate actions over promises and the importance of the Amazon in global climate negotiations. The absence of a US delegation raises questions about leadership, while China and the EU are positioned to take the reins. Caroline also examines how global conflicts hinder progress and the cautious optimism surrounding new pledges from major emitters. Tune in for insights on whether this will mark a turning point!