Key Impact Points:
- Dan Ioschpe appointed to enhance private-sector engagement at COP30.
- Ioschpe will lead voluntary climate actions, aligning economic actors with national goals.
- The COP30 Action Agenda aims to significantly accelerate the implementation of the Paris Agreement.
Strategic Leadership for Climate Action
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has selected entrepreneur Dan Ioschpe as the High-Level Climate Champion for COP30, set to take place in Belém, Brazil, this November. Ioschpe’s role is crucial for driving ambitious global climate action through collaboration between governments, businesses, investors, and civil society organizations.
Ioschpe expressed his commitment:
“I hope to be able to support the COP30 Presidency in advancing climate action, including the energy transition, essential for socio-economic development worldwide and of even greater importance for Brasil, given its potential to accelerate this agenda. Always involving the broadest range of actors in society and taking advantage of the different initiatives and opportunities.”
Proven Track Record in Global Engagement
Ioschpe currently serves as Chairman of Ioschpe-Maxion and holds board positions at WEG, Marcopolo, and Embraer. His previous leadership of Business 20 (B20) during Brazil’s G20 presidency in 2024 underscores his ability to bridge national priorities with private sector actions.
COP30 President-elect Ambassador André Corrêa do Lago highlighted the strategic value of Ioschpe’s appointment:
“The appointment of Dan Ioschpe as High-Level Champion represents a considerable enhancement of the COP30 presidency team. As he showed at the G20 during the Brazilian presidency, Ioschpe will be able to contribute in an exceptional role to link Brasil’s priorities for COP30 and private sector action.”
Expanding Action Agenda and Implementation
Ioschpe’s position as High-Level Champion places him at the heart of the COP30 Action Agenda, aimed at strengthening voluntary commitments to achieve the Paris Agreement’s goals. He will leverage support from the Marrakech Partnership for Global Climate Action to ensure effective collaboration across diverse stakeholders.
Simon Stiell, Executive Secretary of the UNFCCC, welcomed the appointment:
“I warmly welcome Dan Ioschpe as the Climate High-Level Champion for COP30. His experience in the business sector will be instrumental in driving the transformative change needed to keep the 1.5°C global warming limit within reach. As we accelerate climate action, his ability to unite key stakeholders will be crucial in strengthening voluntary efforts by the private sector and scaling up solutions. I look forward to working with him to advance the implementation of the Paris Agreement and deliver meaningful progress on the road to COP30.”
COP30 CEO Ana Toni emphasized the critical role of the Action Agenda:
“The Action Agenda will play an even more key role in the next decade of the Paris Agreement. We will need to focus our efforts on working towards the implementation of the agreements and initiatives already signed and engaging stakeholders from the real economy in achieving our climate goals. Dan Ioschpe’s role will be key to ensuring that we progress from promise to action.”
Collaboration and Continuity
Ioschpe will collaborate closely with COP29 High-Level Champion Nigar Arpadarai to maintain continuity and momentum:
“I am eager to welcome the COP30 High-Level Climate Champion as we accelerate progress from Baku to Belém. I look forward to building a strong and impactful partnership with Dan Ioschpe, working side-by-side with our global partnership network to accelerate ambitious climate action with businesses, cities, and communities worldwide. Only through our collective efforts can we accelerate the transition to a healthier, safer and wealthier future for all,” said Nigar Arpadarai.
In parallel, Brazil’s Presidency continues the selection process for a Youth Climate Champion, underscoring a commitment to engaging diverse voices in global climate action.
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