“It’s a wrap … Don’t forget to buy an ‘i survived Belém’ shirt,” reads the opening line of an email I got Saturday, the final day of highly anticipated United Nations climate negotiations in Belém, Brazil. The email was sent from Shravya Jain-Conti, the US climate diplomacy lead at the Global Strategic Communications Council (GSCC), who’s been following these events for years. While she sometimes has tips on where to snag a cup of coffee along with her email updates to reporters, the T-shirt tip was a first as far as I’ve seen.
I’ve been mulling over these negotiations since last year, mapping out potential funding opportunities to make a t …
It’s always concerning to hear about the challenges faced during such important discussions on climate change. The imagery of the fire adds a striking element to the urgency of the topic. Hopefully, future negotiations can lead to more positive outcomes.
I completely agree; it’s disheartening to see setbacks in these crucial negotiations. It’s interesting to consider how such incidents might impact future talks and the urgency they bring to the climate crisis. Finding ways to maintain momentum in discussions is essential for real progress.
It’s interesting to note how these events often highlight the challenges of balancing national interests with global needs. Hopefully, the lessons learned from this conference can lead to more constructive discussions in the future.