Students 'anxious but hopeful' at mock COP30 talks
Published: 11/21/2025

Students at the University of Leicester participate in a "Mock COP" conference simulating climate talks as COP30 in Brazil concludes. Future leaders role-played different countries, negotiated deals, and expressed a mix of anxiety and hope towards tackling climate change. Concerns over global leaders' inaction were raised, emphasizing the need for urgent political action despite scientific evidence supporting climate change being caused by humans. The event highlighted the younger generation's call for immediate, effective solutions to ensure a sustainable planet for future generations.



