From November 13 to 23, a delegation from the Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Tsinghua University, visited Brazil and organized a series of side events on the theme "Carbon Neutrality and Energy System Transformation" during the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30). During this period, led by Dean He Kebin, former Associate Dean Sun Xin, and Assistant Dean Lu Xi, the delegation visited multiple Brazilian universities, research institutions, and enterprises for surveys and talks, deeply promoting international exchange and cooperation under the "Carbon Neutrality and Energy System Transformation" (CNEST) multilateral collaboration program.

On November 14, local time, Sun Xin led a team to visit China Three Gorges (Brazil) Co., Ltd. in São Paulo. Zhang Xinlin, General Manager of CTG Brasil, introduced the company's development, particularly its deep involvement in Brazil's new energy systems, such as hydropower, and its latest progress in promoting local energy transition. Sun Xin's team introduced the overview of the Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Tsinghua University, and reviewed the cooperation between the Institute and China Three Gorges Group on the CNEST multilateral collaboration program. Both sides discussed how to continue leveraging the CNEST program as a crucial means to further international cooperation on energy system transformation.

Sun Xin's Team Visiting and Exchanging Views at China Three Gorges (Brazil) Co., Ltd.

Subsequently, Sun Xin's team visited the Americas Center of Mingyang Smart Energy Group for research and held discussions with Vice General Manager Zhang Peng and others. Zhang Peng introduced the development of Mingyang's wind power technology and its latest progress in promoting new energy development in Brazil. Sun Xin's team introduced the work progress of the Institute for Carbon Neutrality, focusing on the CNEST multilateral collaboration program. Both sides expressed their intention to actively explore cooperation under the CNEST program in the future to jointly promote global energy system transformation.

Sun Xin's Team Conducting Research and Exchanging Views at the Americas Center of Mingyang Smart Energy Group

On the same day, Sun Xin's team also visited the Institute for Technological Research (IPT) of São Paulo State's Department of Science, Technology and Innovation and held talks with Antonio Francisco Gentil Ferreira, Head of the IPT Hydrogen Laboratory, and others. Both sides introduced their respective research directions and latest achievements, expressing willingness to cooperate closely through the CNEST multilateral collaboration program in the future. Moving forward, both sides will maintain close communication to implement project cooperation effectively.

Sun Xin's Team Exchanging Views at the Institute for Technological Research (IPT) of São Paulo State

On November 17, He Kebin led a team to meet in Belém with Segen F. Estefen, a member of both the Brazilian Academy of Engineering and the Brazilian Academy of Sciences and President of the Brazilian National Institute of Ocean Engineering (INPO), and Huang Yehua, General Manager of CNOOC Brazil Limited. He Kebin and others introduced the latest progress of the Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Tsinghua University, and the CNEST multilateral collaboration program. Both sides discussed potential cooperation pathways based on the CNEST program platform, laying the foundation for future collaboration.

He Kebin's Team Meeting with Segen F. Estefen and Huang Yehua

On November 19, He Kebin's team exchanged views with James Grabert, Director of the Mitigation Division at the UN Climate Change Secretariat, and others. He Kebin introduced the development of the Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Tsinghua University, expressing hope for strengthened cooperation on the CNEST multilateral collaboration program in the future. James Grabert introduced recent developments of the UN Climate Change Global Innovation Hub and the Secretariat's efforts in assisting countries with implementing their Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) targets, looking forward to further deepening cooperation with the Institute in areas such as green technology innovation and science communication.

He Kebin's Team Exchanging Views with James Grabert, Director of the Mitigation Division at the UN Climate Change Secretariat, at the COP30 Venue

On November 20, He Kebin's team visited State Grid Brazil Holding S.A. in Rio de Janeiro for research and exchanges. The team first toured the company's exhibition hall, learning in detail about its development history and achievements. During the meeting, He Kebin and Wang Yusheng, Vice President of State Grid Brazil Holding, discussed State Grid's participation and progress in the CNEST multilateral collaboration program, explored pathways and measures for jointly promoting CNEST program international cooperation with State Grid Brazil Holding, and identified opportunities for collaboration in more areas.

He Kebin's Team Conducting Research and Exchanging Views at State Grid Brazil Holding S.A.

Subsequently, He Kebin's team held discussions with professors from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) and the Fluminense Federal University (UFF). Lu Xi, Assistant Dean of the Institute for Carbon Neutrality, and Zhong Yijing, Director for Technology Communication, introduced the Institute's activities in scientific research, talent cultivation, science communication, and international cooperation. Fabio Ramos, Associate Director of the Institute of Mathematics at UFRJ, presented his team's research progress in energy modeling and other areas. Both sides discussed continuing to promote cooperation on the CNEST multilateral collaboration program and agreed to maintain close communication to advance relevant collaborations.

He Kebin's Team in Discussions with Professors from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) and the Fluminense Federal University (UFF)

On November 21, He Kebin's team visited Vale S.A. in Brazil and held talks with Joao Luiz Turchetti Lara Rezende, Managing Director responsible for decarbonization development. Chen Guangda, General Manager of Corporate Affairs for Vale's China region, introduced the company's situation, its plans, and latest progress in sustainable development. Lu Xi and Zhong Yijing introduced the Institute for Carbon Neutrality, focusing on the CNEST multilateral collaboration program. He Kebin stated that the Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Tsinghua University, and Vale have broad opportunities for cooperation in areas such as steel industry decarbonization, low-carbon technology innovation, and AI-enabled green transformation, hoping to strengthen collaboration in the future to jointly promote green transformation and sustainable development. Joao Luiz Turchetti Lara Rezende stated that Vale has always attached importance to low-carbon transition and sustainable development, hoping both sides would maintain close cooperative relations and further explore opportunities for collaboration in multiple areas.

He Kebin's Team in Discussions at Vale S.A. in Brazil

That afternoon, He Kebin's team visited CNOOC Brazil Limited and held talks with General Manager Huang Yehua. He Kebin introduced the scientific research and international cooperation aspects of the CNEST multilateral collaboration program, particularly the latest progress of domestic and international enterprises participating in the program. Huang Yehua introduced the development of CNOOC Brazil Limited and the company's initiatives in promoting China-Brazil scientific and technological cooperation. Both sides discussed pathways and opportunities for promoting China-Brazil cooperation in multiple areas using the CNEST program as a platform, expressing their intention to further strengthen exchanges and cooperation in the future to jointly promote low-carbon transition and international cooperation.

He Kebin's Team in Discussions at CNOOC Brazil Limited

During this trip to Brazil, He Kebin's team also organized two themed side events at COP30 in Belém: "Carbon Neutrality and Energy System Transformation (CNEST): Advancing technology, industry, and policy innovations and international collaboration" and "What innovations for carbon neutrality and energy system transformation?" They also participated in the side event "Climate Response and Carbon Neutrality in the AI Era" hosted by Alibaba Group.

He Kebin Participating in the COP30 China Pavilion Side Event "Carbon Neutrality and Energy System Transformation (CNEST): Advancing technology, industry, and policy innovations and international collaboration" and Delivering a Keynote Speech

He Kebin Participating in the COP30 UN Climate Change Global Innovation Hub Side Event "What innovations for carbon neutrality and energy system transformation?" and Delivering a Speech

He Kebin Participating in the COP30 China Pavilion Side Event "Climate Response and Carbon Neutrality in the AI Era" and Delivering a Speech