Archive · 3 Oct 2025
COP30 Climate Summit Attendance Threatened by High Hotel Costs
Imagine a big meeting about climate change in Brazil.
Many people want to go, but the hotels are super expensive!
Some countries are thinking they might not go because it costs too much money to stay in a hotel.
Prices started high, and although they have come down, many still think it's not affordable.
Countries like Latvia and Lithuania are worried about the cost.
Small island nations, who really need to be there to talk about climate change, may also be affected and struggle to send enough people, because of high costs.
The host country is trying to help, but some people are still concerned about the impact on important decisions.
Dozens of countries face accommodation issues and high hotel prices for the COP30 climate summit in Brazil.
Latvia and Lithuania are considering non-attendance due to excessive costs.
Hotel prices initially ranged from $360 to $4,400 per night.
Brazil is providing some rooms at lower rates for developing countries.
Small island nations may send smaller delegations because of the costs, impacting negotiations.
- Who
- Delegates from dozens of countries
- What
- Are considering skipping or reducing participation in the COP30 climate summit due to high hotel prices.
- When
- COP30 is scheduled for next month.
- Where
- Belem, Brazil
- Why
- Hotel prices have surged, making accommodation unaffordable for many delegations.
- Event
- COP30 Climate Summit
- Location
- Belem, Brazil
- Expected Attendees
- 45,000 delegates
- Hotel Price Range (Early August)
- $360-$4,400 per night
- Current Price Range
- $150+ per night
- Countries Considering Non-Attendance
- Latvia, Lithuania, others