Brazil's Big Plan to Help Countries Fight Climate Change

Brazil is stepping up to help poorer nations deal with climate change. They want to make sure these countries get the money they need to prepare for extreme weather. This is a big deal because right now, not enough cash is going towards this cause. The United Nations says the world needs to spend about $310 billion every year by 2035 to adapt to climate change. That's a lot more than the $26 billion spent in 2023. Brazil's COP30 summit president, Andre Correa do Lago, wants to change this. He hopes to create a funding package during the COP30 summit in Belem. The summit is happening from November 10 to 21. It's a chance for countries to talk about climate change and how to deal with it. Correa do Lago thinks this summit can make a difference, even if the United States isn't fully on board with climate action. He believes the focus should be on real actions and money, not just talking. This is important because many people think the climate agenda is losing momentum. Correa do Lago wants to show that progress is still being made. The United Nations report came out the same day a powerful hurricane hit Jamaica. This hurricane caused a lot of damage, showing why adaptation measures are so important. Warmer ocean temperatures make hurricanes more intense, so preparing for these events is crucial. Brazil and Azerbaijan are working on a plan to increase climate finance. They want to scale it up to $1. 3 trillion annually. This money would come from different sources, including private investors and development banks.