In this engaging discussion, Amy Myers-Jaffe, Director at NYU’s Energy, Climate Justice and Sustainability Lab, and Simon Evans, Deputy Editor at Carbon Brief, dive into the lead-up to COP30. They explore the effectiveness of past climate agreements, notably discussing the ongoing rise in greenhouse gas emissions. Key topics include the complexities of international climate pledges, fossil fuel lobbying, and the urgent need for improved carbon pricing strategies. The conversation highlights the critical intersection of energy security and climate action amid geopolitical challenges.