As the world gathers in Brazil for COP30, FMO is proud to contribute to the global climate dialogue with a strong presence in private-sector focused São Paulo.
This year, our focus is clear: accelerating climate action through sustainable forestry and nature-based solutions. With the Amazon and other critical ecosystems in the spotlight, we are committed to showcasing how finance can be a powerful lever for protecting forests, restoring landscapes, and empowering communities.
FMO has long championed climate-smart investments across emerging markets. From renewable energy to climate-resilient agriculture, our portfolio reflects a deep commitment to inclusive green growth.
At COP30, we will highlight our work in forestry finance—supporting projects that combine conservation, carbon sequestration, and sustainable livelihoods. These efforts are not only vital for climate mitigation but also for biodiversity and social equity.
All of FMO’s COP30 events will take place in São Paulo, bringing together partners, thought leaders, and innovators to explore scalable solutions.
Our FMO delegation will be in São Paulo from 5-9 November.
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Hans Bogaard, Director Agribusiness, Food & Forestry | Climate focal point and Head of Delegation |
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Annette Berendsen, Principal Investment Officer Forestry |
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Frouke Hoekstra, Regional Representative Latin America and the Caribbean |
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Tim Servatius, Senior Investment Officer |
| Date/Time | Event | venue | |
| 06 November | 17:00 - 19:30 |
Hosted by Mobilising Finance for Forests & Partnerships for Forests | Brazilian Bioeconomy Emerging Funds Mixer
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PRI in Person 2025 - Home | Novotel São Paulo Center Norte, Sala Anhanguera, Av. Zaki Narchi, 500 - Vila Guilherme, São Paulo |
| 07 November | 09:30 - 11:30 | Hosted by Mobilising Finance for Forests | Financing Green & Greening Finance: Lessons from bankable models in the Brazilian forests and sustainable land use sector | PRI in Person 2025 - Home | Casa Udjain, R. Tácito de Almeida, 107 - Sumaré, São Paulo |
| 07 November | 14:00 -15:00 | Hosted by IFC Nature at the Core: Reimagining Forestry for a Resilient Future |
Climate Action Innovation Zone |
Renaissance Sao Paulo Hotel, Conference Center @ Al. Jaú, Alameda Jaú, 1.620 - Jardim Paulista, São Paulo |
| 08 November | 14:00 - 16:00, panel starts at 15:20 | Hans Bogaard panelist in: Panel 3: Adaptation Finance: From Risk to Pipeline | Climate Implementation Summit | COP30 |
Renaissance Sao Paulo Hotel, Conference Center @ Al. Jaú, Alameda Jaú, 1.620 - Jardim Paulista, São Paulo |
Join us in São Paulo or follow along online as we amplify the role of finance in shaping a climate-resilient future. Together, we can and have to turn ambitions into action.
