COP30: MEPs set out their demands ahead of this year’s global climate talks

Parliament adopted its priorities for the UN Climate Change Conference in Belém, Brazil, urging the COP30 to recommit to limiting global warming to 1.5°C.

The resolution, prepared by the Committee on the Environment Climate and Food Safety, and approved on Thursday by show of hands, underlines the need for the EU to remain a leader in international climate negotiations, and that all sectors must contribute to reducing emissions and achieving climate neutrality.

The text stresses the need for the EU to continue to set ambitious goals for its climate policy, in line with the agreed EU and international targets, and to prioritise cost-effectiveness, the competitiveness of the European economy, social inclusion, and a high level of environmental protection.

MEPs want all countries to contribute their fair share in providing adequate climate finance, addressing debt crises in many climate-vulnerable countries and simplifying climate finance procedures for developing countries. 

The resolution reiterates the urgent need for the EU to end its fossil fuel dependence, phase out related subsidies and accelerate its energy transition. It also calls on the international community to pay increased attention to the climate impact of conflicts.

Background 

The 30th UN climate conference will take place from 10 to 21 November 2025 in Belém, Brazil. A Parliament delegation led by Chair Lídia Pereira (EPP, PT) and Vice-Chair Mohammed Chahim (S&D, NL) will attend COP30 from 17 to 21 November.

COP30 will focus on the efforts needed to limit the global temperature increase to 1.5°C, the presentation of new national action plans (through “nationally determined contributions” or NDCs) and the progress on the finance pledges made at COP29.