WHO WE ARE
Route to Belém is an initiative of PRODOC, a partnership between the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Brazil and the Secretariat for Climate, Environment and Energy (Seclima) of the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Our goal is to help make COP30 the "turning point" for the international community in combating global climate change. We also aim to support the participation of the Brazilian negotiating team and contribute to the success of Brazil's Presidency of COP30 in Belém.
We have two main strategies that combine technical knowledge with new technologies and digital environments. The first uses scientific studies to strengthen discussions among negotiators at the Belém COP. The second develops digital tools such as a metaverse digital platform (Maloca), an AI chatbot specialized in climate change issues (Macaozinho), and a smart agenda (Uirapuru). All aim to engage society, the private sector, and academia in the debates of the Belém summit and future COPs.
This project is only possible thanks to the support of associations and organizations, both national and international.
Get to know SECLIMA/MRE
The Secretariat for Climate, Energy and Environment of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MRE) is the body responsible for Brazilian foreign policy related to climate change, energy and the environment. The Secretariat operates on several fronts, such as international negotiations on global climate change, promotion of international cooperation in energy and the environment, and coordination of Brazilian foreign policy in these areas.
The Conferences of the Parties (COPs) are annual summits on global climate change, which, in 2025, will take place in Belém (PA), Brazil. The COP is the body responsible for making the necessary decisions to implement the commitments made by countries in the fight against global climate change. It was created by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), which was opened for signature at the UN Conference on Environment and Development (Rio-92) and inaugurated the multilateral regime to respond to global warming.
What is COP?
Get to know UNDP
The United Nations Development Programme is the United Nations' global development agency that promotes change and connects countries with the knowledge, experience and resources needed to help people build better lives. We are present in some 170 countries and territories, supporting their own solutions to development challenges and building capacities at the national and local levels that will help them achieve human development and the Sustainable Development Goals.
Meet the team
Technical team:
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Coordenador Técnico
Engenheiro eletrônico (IME), economista (UERJ) e mestre em Pesquisa Operacional (IME), com especializações em planejamento energético e ciclo do combustível nuclear na França e na Alemanha. Atua há mais de 40 anos nas áreas de planejamento energético, mudanças climáticas e sustentabilidade. Foi secretário nacional de Mudança do Clima e ocupou funções estratégicas nos ministérios do Meio Ambiente, Minas e Energia, Ciência e Tecnologia, além da Petrobras. Participa das reuniões científicas do IPCC desde 1994, tendo integrado a equipe reconhecida com o Prêmio Nobel da Paz concedido ao IPCC em 2007. Também foi agraciado com a Medalha da Ordem de Rio Branco pelo governo brasileiro por sua contribuição à diplomacia ambiental. Contribuiu para a formulação da proposta brasileira para Kyoto e do MDL, do REDD, da NDC brasileira e do Artigo 6 do Acordo de Paris. Atualmente, coordena o projeto “COP30 no Brasil: Presidência Estruturada e Implementada e Delegação Apoiada” e é doutorando em Relações Internacionais pela PUC Minas.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jose-miguez-b9b1b36/
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Coordinator of Support to the Presidency
Postdoctoral researcher in International Relations at PUC Minas, where he also coordinates the postgraduate course in Global Climate Change: management instruments, policy and economics. He was Secretary of Climate Change and Forests at the Ministry of the Environment and chaired the Consultative Group of Experts (CGE) and the Warsaw International Mechanism on Loss and Damage of the UNFCCC. He worked as a Senior Climate and Sustainability Specialist at the IDB, contributing to the design of the NDC Invest Platform. He also coordinated the Lusophone Nucleus, supporting the nine CPLP countries on issues related to global climate change.
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Partnership Specialist
An economist with a Master's degree in Business Administration and a PhD in Production Engineering from UFRJ (Federal University of Rio de Janeiro), he possesses extensive international experience in the public and private sectors, in public-private partnerships, and in multilateral organizations. He has worked on projects in Brazil and internationally. From 2006 to 2025, he worked at the international development banks IDB and KfW, holding the positions of Lead Financial Markets Specialist, Private Sector Coordinator, and Senior Project Coordinator. He developed the concept and supported the implementation of the Financial Innovation Laboratory in his role as Lead Specialist at the IDB.
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Specialist in Climate Change and Nature
Holds a master's degree in Political Science. Has several years of experience in sustainability and environmental issues, working in sectors such as energy, real estate, food, and health. Currently, supports the Sustainable Environmental Development Unit of UNDP Brazil, with a primary focus on COP30.
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Mutirão Global COP30
Comunicador indígena e ativista climático, acompanha a pauta indígena na agenda de mudança global do clima desde a COP25. Na COP30, atua no Mutirão Global. É fundador do coletivo de comunicação Mídia Indígena e utiliza suas plataformas para amplificar as vozes e as lutas dos povos originários, especialmente em pautas ligadas à demarcação de terras e à proteção ambiental. Esteve presente em conferências do clima da ONU, participando de discussões e negociações e realizando a cobertura audiovisual da atuação de lideranças indígenas. Pertencente ao povo Terena do Mato Grosso do Sul, é uma artista indígena que estuda o impacto da mudança do clima nos territórios por meio do som e a sonoridade.
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Project Management Associate – COP30
Multidisciplinary professional with a solid administrative background in public and international institutions, as well as in the education sector. Holds a bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Biological Sciences, with postgraduate studies in Environmental Management and a second teaching degree in Pedagogy. Focuses on efficient management, financial planning, career transition, and time management. Values assertive communication, ethical conduct, and meeting targets in demanding institutional environments.
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Analista de Comunicação e Imprensa
É jornalista com mais de 20 anos de carreira e mestre em estudos de gênero pela PUC-SP. Já trabalhou como editora e repórter em veículos como BBC News, Intercept, Repórter Brasil, Estadão e Veja. Também trabalhou com estratégia de comunicação e redes sociais para ONGs. Já ganhou prêmios e foi fellow de organizações internacionais como ICFJ (International Center for Journalists), Dart Center-Columbia University e Pulitzer Center. É mãe de dois filhos adolescentes.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianadb/
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Software Analyst
Graduated in Aerospace Engineering (UnB) and holds a master's degree in Electronic and Automation Systems (UnB). Fullstack developer specializing in machine learning and deep learning.
management team:
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Gerente de Projeto
Jurista com especialização em Direito Público, possui ampla experiência em gestão pública, cooperação internacional e políticas de igualdade racial. Atuou em projetos do PNUD sobre mudança do clima junto ao MCTI, além de ocupar cargos de assessoramento em órgãos como a SEPPIR/PR, Ministério das Mulheres, Igualdade Racial e Direitos Humanos, e na Defensoria Pública da União. É servidor do TJDFT, atualmente afastado para atuar no PRODOC da COP30.
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Technical Analyst
Political scientist with an MBA in Project Management and over 25 years of experience, two decades of which have been dedicated to sustainable development, especially in the areas of climate change and international cooperation. She has worked in project management, results monitoring, capacity building, knowledge management, and institutional coordination, collaborating with governments, the private sector, NGOs, and the UN System.
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Project Assistant
A business administrator by training and passionate about bringing projects to life. She has solid experience in executing international technical cooperation projects with UN system agencies, working on a multi-thematic portfolio encompassing areas such as the environment, health, economics, and the private sector. She manages all stages of the project cycle with organization, agility, proactivity, and interpersonal skills that make all the difference.
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Project Assistant
Graduated in Trilingual Executive Secretarial Studies in 2012. Has supported projects with UNDP for 10 years, focusing on the areas of Travel and Shopping, with projects in social protection and inclusive development between 2015 and 2023, and G20 and BRICS projects from 2023 onwards. Currently supports the implementation of the COP30 project within the Sustainable Environmental Development Unit.
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Project Assistant
With a degree in International Relations, he has experience in diplomacy, travel management, and event execution in foreign representation in Brazil, as well as operational processes within the UN System. He is passionate about projects that combine international cooperation, sustainability, and innovation. Currently, he works on the COP30 project in the Sustainable Environmental Development Unit of the UNDP.
equipe histórica:
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Specialist in Software Engineering and AI
Electrical Engineer from Unicamp and Electronics Engineer from Politecnico di Torino, with training in entrepreneurship from Stanford University. He has over 21 years of experience, with a focus on software engineering, data pipelines, and technical recruitment, having worked with startups and global corporations. Currently, he focuses on designing innovative cloud infrastructure and AI-driven solutions.
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Adaptation Specialist
A biologist with a Master's and Doctorate in Ecology, he is a Fellow of the ASHOKA Global Network and has worked as a university professor in the areas of sustainability, ethics, and climate change since 1998. With over 25 years of experience in consulting, he worked at FIESC (Federation of Industries of the State of Santa Catarina) in Corporate Governance and led ESG projects in multinational companies in the textile, energy, food, metalworking, forestry, and mining sectors. He collaborated on adaptation initiatives in international development and cooperation agencies such as IDB (Inter-American Development Bank), GIZ (Global Integration Organization of Santa Catarina), and CAF (Center for Economic and Financial Development). He contributed to strategies for reducing climate vulnerabilities for governments, companies, and civil society organizations. Currently, he is an ESG Advisor and Senior Consultant in Climate Adaptation.
