Climate Data at COP30: Ten Key Takeaways

Recording

Overview

At the 30th Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, climate data emerged as a critical enabler of the ambitious climate action and finance goals discussed at the conference. Attendees joined Senior Fellows Catherine Atkin and Liv Watson from the Climate Data Collaborative, alongside Anna Kwok, Vice President at Workiva, Inc., as they shared ten essential takeaways from COP30 that will shape the future of climate data infrastructure. This session examined how standardized, accessible climate data can bridge the gap between global climate commitments and on-the-ground implementation, support emerging carbon markets and climate disclosure requirements, and empower decision-makers across sectors to accelerate climate mitigation and adaptation efforts.

Speakers: 

• Catherine Atkin, Senior Fellow, Climate Data Collaborative, Data Foundation
• Liv Watson, Senior Fellow, Climate Data Collaborative, Data Foundation
• Anna Kwok, Vice President, Workiva, Inc., and Data Foundation Board Member