At the COP30 Leader’s Summit, in Belém, the Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF) was officially launched with leaders of more than thirty countries to create a global financial incentive to protect standing tropical forests, rather than destroying them. We were encouraged by these remarks from Brazil’s Minister of Indigenous Peoples, Sonia Guajajara:
“The TFFF boldly and justly acknowledges the essential role of Indigenous Peoples and traditional communities in forest protection. Ensuring that at least 20% of resources go directly to these guardians is a historic achievement and a decisive step toward equity and the recognition of ancestral knowledge.”
20% doesn’t sound like nearly enough to me, but it is a start. Let’s hope that indigenous voices continue to be honored as climate leaders around the world.
Posted: November 14, 2025