Putting people and nature at the heart of climate action and finance
From November 10–21, 2025, 56,000 delegates from more than 200 countries gathered in Belém, Brazil, for COP30—ten years after the Paris Agreement. Grounded in the Tupi-Guarani concept of mutirão (“collective effort”), this COP focused on shifting from pledges to implementation to keep 1.5°C within reach while ensuring a just, equitable transition. With historic participation from Indigenous Peoples, local communities, and civil society, COP30 will be remembered as the “People’s COP.”
Beyond the negotiations, Rare and Coastal 500—a network of mayors and local leaders committed to thriving coastal communities and ecosystems—helped shape the first Global Climate Action Agenda, demonstrating how climate commitments are translating into real delivery through cross-sector collaboration. Rare’s engagement centered on advancing political and financial support for locally led and nature-based climate solutions, including the critical role of Amazon mangroves. This recap highlights key moments from Rare’s engagement with diverse stakeholders across nearly 40 events.
Questions about Rare at COP30? Email Emily Goodwin – egoodwin@rare.org
related Events
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit.
Regional Member Summit (LAC & Africa)
Bringing together members from Latin America and Africa to exchange solutions, strengthen partnerships, and advance community-driven ocean action.
