Signal | Issue 27 | COP30 – November 2025

As global leaders and changemakers gather in Belém, Brazil, for COP30, we’re creating spaces for meaningful discussions on accelerating the pace of clean industrial growth worldwide.

We would be pleased to meet you in person and invite you to participate in the conversations across our public events throughout the conference. Fostering collaboration between the private sector, civil society and policymakers is key to advancing the global clean industry transformation.

Whether you’re a policymaker, project developer, consumer goods off-taker, or another interested party looking to hear from the leaders in this field and connect with like-minded organisations driving real-world impact, our series of events offers valuable opportunities to engage in some of the key issues shaping the industries of the future.

Where to find us

Driving Climate Action through Industrial Decarbonization

14th November, 12.00-13.00 BRT, Blue Zone, Special event room 4, hosted by ITA, UNFCCC and UNIDO

Industrial decarbonisation must be addressed in a coordinated way, with governments, industry, finance, and international organisations working together to ensure that the transition is just, inclusive, and economically beneficial for all. Sharing best practices, leveraging renewable energy resources, and aligning policies across borders will be essential to maximising global impact and avoid locking in carbon-intensive infrastructure.

• Speakers include, among others: James Grabert, Director of Mitigation, UNFCCC; Michael Apicelli, Head of Secretariat, Climate Club; Åsa Ekdahl, Head of Environment and Climate Change World Steel Association; Jacob Thoppil, Head of Partnership and External Relationships, Climate Investment Funds; James Schofield, Managing Director, Industrial Transition Accelerator

Showcase of Highlighted Results & Solutions – Clean industry: real projects, real progress, real bright spots

15th November, 11:00-12:00 BRT, Blue Zone, Axis 1 Thematic Room, hosted by ITA, LeadIT, AFID

The clean industry transition is no longer a distant ambition, it is unfolding now, reshaping economies and redefining industrial leadership. This high-level COP30 side event will spotlight the accelerating momentum of clean industrial development across energy-intensive sectors, showcasing real-world examples of policy innovation, investment breakthroughs and collaborative action. Drawing on the latest insights and data, the session will highlight how coordinated policy frameworks, technology co-development and partnerships are enabling investments in industrial transformation. Participants will hear from leaders across government, industry, and finance and explore how clean industrial development is becoming a competitive advantage—especially for countries and companies that move early. The session will celebrate real progress and bright spots.

• Speakers include, among others: Simon Stiell, Executive Secretary, UNFCCC, Jochen Flasbarth, German State Secretary; Tariye Gbagedesin, CEO, Climate Investment Funds; James Schofield, Managing Director, Industrial Transition Accelerator

Build Clean Now to Create Stronger, Resilient Economies: seizing the opportunity and reaping the benefits

15th November, 13.30-14.30 BRT, Blue Zone, Business Pavilion PV-C87, hosted by ITA

A high-impact, industry-focused event in the Business Pavilion, concentrating on the opportunities and momentum for clean industry. The session will cover topics such as what we can learn from the journey so far and how clean industry initiatives are benefitting customers and local communities;? How have partnerships contributed to success?  What would they want to see done differently in the future?  What are the roadblocks to clean industrial progress and how can we address them effectively and efficiently? How can corporate ambition inspire and accelerate government action? 

• Speakers include: Cristina Gamboa, CEO, WGBC; Ulrik Stridbæk, Vice President, Ørsted; Marcelo Lyra, VP External Relations, Acelen; James Schofield, Managing Director, Industrial Transition Accelerator 

Financing the Green Industrial Transition: Building Shared Infrastructure and Lowering the Cost of Capital

15th November, 16.30-17.30 BRT, Blue Zone, Global Renewables Hub, hosted by Green Hydrogen Organisation, ITA and Climate Analytics

Delivering Real Zero, a fossil-free energy and industrial system powered by renewables and green hydrogen, requires financing tools that make clean industry investable everywhere.

Green hydrogen made with renewables offers a viable pathway to achieve Real Zero and, ​​ alongside direct electrification, can help deliver a fully fossil-free energy system. While clean industry transformation holds large economic opportunities, with an investment potential of $1.8 trillion USD,  finance remains the decisive barrier to projects reaching Final Investment Decision (FID). The cost of capital in emerging markets is up to five times higher than in OECD economies. Without concessional and blended solutions, first-mover hydrogen, fertiliser and fuel projects will stall. This session will bring together MDBs, donors and private developers to chart how to finance the green industrial transition. Focus areas: shared infrastructure, de-risking tools, and regional cooperation in North Africa and beyond.

• Speakers include, among others: Joe Williams, CEO, Green Hydrogen Organisation; Felicity Spors, Director for Sustainable Business and Infrastructure, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development; Ulrik Stridbæk, Vice President, Ørsted; James Schofield, Managing Director, Industrial Transition Accelerator

For comments and interviews about clean industry, COP and wider energy issues: on the ground, Managing Director for the Industrial Transition Accelerator (ITA), James Schofield and various board members from across Mission Possible Partnership. Available virtually, Faustine Delasalle, CEO of Mission Possible Partnership and Executive Director of the ITA. Please contact the communications team if of interest.

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