The year of the COP in Brazil marks an important moment to raise awareness and engage the private sector in actions that promote environmental conservation and the transition toward a low-carbon economy.
Aware of this need, Dutcham gathers and shares relevant and inspiring information for the private sector, emphasizing that the leadership of companies is essential to generating a positive impact on the climate agenda.
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Looking to connect your company to climate action in Brazil?
Contact Eva Langeler, Senior Economic Officer for COP30 at the Dutch Embassy, for COP30 participation (and similar), partnerships, climate-tech opportunities, and sustainability initiatives between the Netherlands and Brazil.
📩 BRA-COP30@minbuza.nl
Highlights of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in the Climate Agenda in Brazil
Embassies play a key role in advancing environmental diplomacy — from fostering international cooperation to reduce emissions and promoting adaptation efforts, to sharing scientific knowledge, climate policies, and mobilizing sustainable financing and technologies.
To explore this topic further, we spoke with Nathalie Gonçalves Aurélio, Second Secretary for Economic Affairs and Climate Diplomacy.
1. Orange Talks
“Orange Talks”, a serie of podcasts 🧡🎙️with experts and professionals from our business network.
With COP30 coming up in November, we’re launching the first edition of Orange Talks under the theme “COP Connected”. Every week, tune in for inspiring conversations with a top guest speaker sharing insights and opinions on COP30 and beyond.
So if you want to be COP-connected, join us as from next week Monday, August 25, on Spotify!
2. COP30 BR
The official website of the Brazilian government provides comprehensive information on COP 30 — from services and participation in the Green Zone to updates on agreements.
A special highlight is given to the official letters from the COP Presidency.
3. SB COP
B20 Brazil, the business arm of the G20 coordinated by the National Confederation of Industry (CNI), has launched a movement called SB COP, inspired by the B20 itself, to engage the productive sector in the COP30 negotiations. SB COP aims to create an official channel for business leaders to influence climate negotiations by contributing recommendations and proposals from the private sector.
4. B20 Brasil
Under the theme "Inclusive Growth for a Sustainable Future," B20 Brazil is committed to engaging the global business community to present practical recommendations to the G20. These recommendations aim to benefit both the planet and its people, aligning with the global goals we seek to achieve this decade.
5. The Netherlands Climate Action Strategy
The Netherlands is actively working towards climate neutrality by 2050, with a strong emphasis on aligning with and contributing to the European Union's climate goals. The country has set ambitious targets, including a 55% reduction in net greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, and a transition to a CO2-free electricity sector by 2035. The Netherlands is also actively involved in shaping EU climate policy through the European Parliament and Commission.
6. NL Platform: "Solving Global Challenges together"
The NL Platform, focused on "Solving Global Challenges Together," is an initiative of the Netherlands to position itself as a partner in co-creating solutions for global challenges. It highlights the Netherlands' commitment to working with international partners to address issues like climate change, water security, and food security, among others. The platform emphasizes collaboration and innovation to achieve a more prosperous and sustainable future.
7. Global challenges, Dutch solutions
The Netherlands has warmly embraced the SDGs and the Climate Agreement. For the employers’ organisations, the Confederation of Netherlands Industry and Employers (VNO-NCW) and the employers’ organisation for small and medium-sized enterprises MKBNederland, and the Global Compact Network Netherlands, the Sustainable Development Goals are the guiding principles of the global agenda for the period up to 2030. The SDGs raise issues that must be addressed if economies, business and societies are to function properly. We truly believe it's time for action!
8. NET ZERO - CEBDS Platform
Corporate climate neutrality goals need to become a reality. To this end, CEBDS (Brazilian Business Council for Sustainable Development) has developed the Net Zero Platform for the sector — a program that helps companies accelerate the implementation of decarbonization processes across all spheres of impact: within the companies themselves, in value chains, national public policies, and international net zero standards.
9. Ethos Institute
The Ethos Institute for Companies and Social Responsibility is a civil society organization (Oscip) whose mission is to mobilize, raise awareness, and assist companies in managing their businesses in a socially responsible manner, making them partners in building a just, ethical, and sustainable society. Founded in 1998 by a group of entrepreneurs and private sector executives, the Ethos Institute serves as a hub for knowledge organization, experience sharing, and the development of tools to help companies analyze their management practices and deepen their commitment to social responsibility and sustainable development.
10. CIETEC
CIETEC is a pioneer in managing innovation and entrepreneurship environments and connects actors from the Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) ecosystem to transform disruptive ideas into impactful businesses across Brazil.
11. Center for Carbon Research in Tropical Agriculture
Headquarterd at the University of Sao Paulo, CCARBON/USP is a research center promoting innovation, technoloy, knowledge and training of low-carbon solutions for tropical agricultural systems.
12. FGV EAESP - Center for Sustainability Studies
The Center for Sustainability Studies (FGVces) at the São Paulo School of Business Administration of Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV EAESP) is an open space for study, learning, reflection, innovation, and knowledge production. It is composed of multidisciplinary, engaged, and committed people with a genuine desire to transform society. FGVces works on developing strategies, policies, and management tools for public and corporate sustainability at the local, national, and international levels.
