As the host of the 2025 United Nations Climate Conference (COP30), Brazil will take center stage in the global conversation on climate change. What opportunities and challenges will this bring for international cooperation, energy policy, and sustainable development?
Join faculty experts from the Global Commerce and Policy master’s program at the Schar School for a timely discussion on Brazil’s role in shaping the future of climate action.
Featuring:
- Dr. Valerie Laxton, international economist and expert on global governance and climate finance
- Dr. Mark Langevin, senior advisor and specialist in Brazil–U.S. trade, energy, and agricultural policy
- Dr. Kenneth Reinert, trade economist and former senior international economist at the U.S. International Trade Commission
When: Thursday, November 13, Noon to 1 p.m. Eastern
Where: Virtual on Zoom
Together, these experts will explore how Brazil’s leadership intersects with trade, finance, and sustainability goal, and what it means for the global policy landscape ahead of COP30.
This event is open to the public. Following the panel, a Schar School admissions representative will be available to answer questions about the school and discuss programs related to this topic, including the Master of Global Commerce and Policy and the Global Economic Policy Certificate.