St. Paul to the Amazon: Macalester professor joins global climate leaders at COP30

Macalester College professor of environmental studies Roopali Phadke represented Minnesota on the global stage at COP30, the United Nations Climate Change Conference. Held in the Amazon region of Brazil, this pivotal gathering brought together world leaders, scientists, and advocates to renew commitments on emissions reduction and climate adaptation. From St. Paul to the Amazon, Phadke contributed her expertise in community engagement and environmental policy to discussions shaping the planet’s future.