Washington (October 20, 2025) — Join World Resources Institute (WRI) for a press call on Monday, October 27, at 9:00am ET / 2:00pm CET, where experts will share insights on what’s needed for a successful outcome at the upcoming COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil. 

Register here to join.

WRI experts will outline the most critical and debated issues negotiators will face at COP30, including: 

  • Mobilizing $1.3 trillion annually in climate finance for developing countries, including through the Baku to Belem roadmap;
  • Scaling adaptation finance to strengthen communities’ climate resilience;
  • What updated national climate plans (NDCs) mean for the Paris Agreement 1.5°C goal — and what's needed to increase ambition;
  • Protecting and restoring forests and critical ecosystems, advancing Indigenous rights and transforming food systems;
  • Major geopolitical shifts shaping global climate action, including the growing leadership of emerging economies. 

Following brief remarks, reporters will have the opportunity to ask questions.  

WHAT 

A press call to preview expected outcomes from the COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil. 

WHEN 

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 9:00am ET / 2:00pm CET. 

WHO 

Speakers 

  • Ani Dasgupta, President & CEO, WRI
  • Melanie Robinson, Global Climate, Economics and Finance Program Director, WRI
  • Karen Silverwood-Cope, Climate Director, WRI Brasil
  • Mariana Oliveira, Manager, Forests, Land Use and Agriculture Program, WRI Brasil 
  • Alison Cinnamond (moderator), Global Director for Strategic Communications, WRI 

WHERE 

This call is for journalists only. Please RSVP at this link.  

If you have any questions, please reach out to Darla van Hoorn, [email protected].