Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrao, the Archbishop of Goa and President of the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI), will represent the Indian Church at the upcoming 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
The global summit, scheduled to take place in Brazil from November 10 to 30, will bring together world political leaders, scientists, and religious representatives to discuss pressing climate issues and sustainable development strategies.
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This year’s conference will focus on valuing natural climate solutions, including sustainable farming practices that can enhance carbon capture in soil and support biodiversity. The discussions aim to bridge science, policy, and ethics in the fight against global warming.
Cardinal Ferrao’s participation underscores the Catholic Church’s commitment to environmental stewardship, a cause strongly championed by Pope Francis through his encyclical Laudato Si’, which calls for urgent action to protect the planet.
Church representatives worldwide are expected to emphasize the moral and humanitarian dimensions of climate change, especially its impact on vulnerable communities. Cardinal Ferrao’s presence at COP30 highlights India’s voice in the global faith-based movement for climate justice and ecological sustainability.
