Ambassador André Corrêa do Lago, Trustee at CEBRI and the current Secretary for Climate, Energy and Environment of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has been appointed president of COP30, and Ana Toni, Trustee at CEBRI and Secretary for Climate Change of the Ministry of Environment, has taken on the executive direction of the Conference.

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva appointed Ambassador André Corrêa do Lago as president of the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30), the annual meeting of countries that signed the UN global agreement on climate change, which will take place in Belém in 2025. Ana Toni has been appointed Executive Director of the Conference, which stands out as one of the most important global forums on climate change.

With over 40 years of diplomatic career, the Ambassador is one of Brazil’s key figures in environmental negotiations, leading international discussions on behalf of the country. Counselor Ana Toni, on the other hand, is an economist and holds a Ph.D. in Political Science, with extensive experience in the third sector and a focus on social justice, public policies, environment, and climate change.

COP30 will bring together world leaders, scientists, NGOs, and representatives of civil society to discuss concrete actions against climate change. Under Ambassador Corrêa do Lago's presidency, the event aims to promote efficient negotiations and advance global commitments.

In addition to hosting the event, Brazil will have the opportunity to reaffirm its global leadership in sustainability, highlighting advancements in renewable energy, biofuels, and low-carbon agriculture. With a significant history in environmental summits, such as Eco-92 and Rio+20, the country can strengthen its prominent role in multilateral processes.

For 2025, CEBRI will continue to play an active role in the climate agenda, promoting discussions on issues such as just energy transition, climate financing, critical minerals, and sustainable practices.