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Q&A: What is the Brazil-led ‘deforestation roadmap’?

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Briefings

Brazilian President Lula proposed a voluntary deforestation roadmap at COP30, which saw 93 countries sign on by November 2026. The roadmap, released before COP31, outlines three pillars of action including national efforts and international mechanisms. It does not set new binding targets but aims to translate agreed outcomes into country-led pathways. The initiative received significant support from 18 countries and four negotiating blocs, though it remains outside the formal COP agenda.

Key points

• By November 2026, 93 countries had signed on to the voluntary deforestation roadmap, committing to develop pathways to reverse forest loss and degradation by 2030.
• The roadmap identifies 18 implementation approaches for addressing forest loss, including maintaining existing forests, sustainable use, and restoration.

Context

The roadmap emerged from Brazil's presidency at COP30 in Belém, where President Lula called for a voluntary plan to halt deforestation. It was inspired by recent data showing Brazil's deforestation rate had dropped to its lowest level on record since 2022. The initiative was designed to provide practical pathways for climate action while respecting national circumstances, though it did not become a formal COP outcome.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the Carbon Brief article published November 2026, which describes the roadmap's structure and initial signatories. It does not contain specific implementation timelines, detailed financial mechanisms, or quantitative targets beyond the 2030 goal. The article notes the roadmap is outside the official COP agenda, limiting its binding force.

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