The global fight against climate change has reached a pivotal moment with the launch of a groundbreaking initiative aimed at institutionalizing multi-level governance as a cornerstone for the effective implementation of the Paris Agreement. This announcement was made during the High-Level Ministerial Panel on Multi-Level Governance for the Implementation of the Paris Agreement and Climate Strategies, held in the Blue Zone of the ongoing United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30).
Brazil and Germany have been named co-chairs of the Coalition for High-Ambition Multi-Level Partnerships (CHAMP), a coalition dedicated to fostering collaboration across various levels of governance to address climate challenges. Brazil’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Marina Silva, underscored the transformative nature of this approach, stating that adapting to climate change requires not only structural changes in cities but also a fundamental shift in their management.
Silva emphasized that multi-level governance goes beyond mere coordination, serving as a platform for shared responsibility among diverse actors and sectors. This collaborative framework is expected to enhance the efficiency of climate strategies and ensure a more unified global response to the pressing issue of climate change.