The role of state governments in actions to adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate change was the theme of the 2019 Climate Forum, promoted by the Brazilian Forum on Climate Change (FBMC). The actions of the private sector, at regional and national levels, were also a highlight of the discussions and were attended by the Brazilian Business Council for Sustainable Development (CEBDS). The panel “Brazilian companies and the climate: the leading role of the private sector” also brought together Braskem, Abiquim and Instituto Ethos.
CEBDS Technical Manager Laura Albuquerque addressed two main topics for the private sector: the creation of carbon pricing mechanisms in the country, led by CEBDS since the positioning of the business sector in 2015, until the study developing the creation of a carbon market in the country; and the contributions of companies associated with CEBDS to meeting the national goals of the Paris Agreement. “Climate action is being seen by companies in Brazil as a driver of innovation, competitiveness, risk management and growth. It is an opportunity for us to invest in the transition to a low-carbon economy, with the potential to generate business and jobs throughout the country. Brazil is a country with many competitive advantages in this market and we must seize the moment to establish public policies that stimulate this transition movement”, reported Laura.
The 2019 Climate Forum was organized by FBMC/Centro Brasil no Clima (CBC)/Instituto Ondazul, with support from FIRJAN. Representatives from 11 Brazilian states were present: São Paulo, Federal District, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Sul, Amazonas, Amapá, Pará, Paraná, Pernambuco, Rio Grande do Norte and Espírito Santo.
