Al gore calls global inaction on climate change “literally insane” as cop30 talks continue in brazil

Former Vice President Al Gore delivered a scathing assessment of the world’s response to climate change during the ongoing COP30 climate summit in Brazil, describing global inaction on rising temperatures as “literally insane.” His remarks underscore the growing frustration among climate advocates as international negotiations continue in what many consider a critical moment for global climate policy.

The climate talks in Brazil have drawn intense scrutiny from environmental activists and watchdog groups, who are raising concerns about corporate influence on the summit proceedings. A coalition of prominent climate activists and social media influencers has publicly criticized the involvement of PR giant Edelman in the COP30 summit, signing a letter that questions the firm’s role in shaping climate discussions. This controversy highlights ongoing tensions between environmental advocates and corporate interests at international climate negotiations.

Gore’s inflammatory language reflects a broader sense of urgency among climate leaders who argue that despite decades of scientific warnings and international agreements, greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise while extreme weather events become increasingly frequent and severe. His comments come at a time when many experts believe the world is running out of time to limit global warming to manageable levels.

The COP30 summit represents another crucial opportunity for world leaders to strengthen commitments to reducing emissions and supporting climate adaptation efforts. However, the presence of corporate PR firms and ongoing disputes over implementation of previous climate agreements continue to complicate efforts to achieve meaningful progress on what many scientists consider the defining challenge of our time.