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With floating accommodation and construction work at a fast pace, Belém is preparing to host COP30 and transform its infrastructure for the future
With expectation After receiving around 50 thousand visitors, the accommodation deficit in Belém has once again become a concern for the federal government 200 days before the opening of the 30th United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP30). To face the challenge, measures were announced at a press conference held this Thursday, the 24th, at Parque da Cidade, one of the locations that will host the debates.
Docked ships as an emergency solution
The extraordinary secretary for COP30, Valter Correia, stated that accommodation is the most sensitive point for the organization. To increase capacity, a contract was signed between the Civil House and Embratur, providing for the provision of at least 6 beds on ships docked at the Port of Outeiro.
The total investment for the operation will be R$263 million. Of this amount, R$30 million will be financed by the federal government to guarantee 600 vacancies for UN teams. The remaining vacancies will be sold by the contracted operating company.
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The initiative also includes 500 vacancies for developing countries, financed by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Trust Fund or by the delegations themselves. Embratur will receive R$3,7 million for modeling, contracting, supervision and management services for the operation.
International experience inspires model
Valter Correia highlighted that the solution follows examples from other major international conferences. “This measure is part of the joint effort to expand the hotel network with the support of real estate agencies, accommodation platforms and agreements with the state government.”, He explained.
He warned, however, of the need for price balance. “We are managing to increase the number of beds available, but now we need to organize prices. There was some initial excitement, which is natural, but the sector is already beginning to understand that Belém's image in the future of tourism is at stake.”, He stated.
According to Correia, COP30 will be an international showcase for the city. “It’s not just about the 15 days of the event. It’s about what Belém can become after that. A sustainable, safe and structured destination to welcome the world.” completed.
Fast-paced infrastructure
The Port of Outeiro, where the ships will be docked, is undergoing expansion and renovation. The deputy governor of Pará, Hana Ghassan, reported that the bridge connecting the island to the mainland is already 70% complete. This connection will be essential for transportation between the port and Parque da Cidade.
Hana Ghassan stated that the journey between Porto de Outeiro and the event center should take between 20 and 25 minutes. “Floating accommodation has already been used successfully at other conferences. In Belém, it joins a set of strategies to ensure a well-organized and welcoming COP.”, He highlighted.
Parque da Cidade will be the center of COP30
The Parque da Cidade, with a total area of 500 m², already has around 230 m² under construction, equivalent to 78% of the planned execution. According to the vice-governor, the space was well evaluated during technical visits by the UN.
In addition to Parque da Cidade, projects such as Porto Futuro, 83% complete, and Parque Linear da Doca, 74% complete, are also in the final phase and should be completed in time for the conference.
Legacy for the city
Hana Ghassan stressed that the focus goes beyond the event. “We want to transform the city and the lives of its population. These projects leave a legacy in mobility, infrastructure, tourism and sustainability.”, He stated.
With 200 days remaining, the pace of construction will be stepped up. “We are expanding our teams and relying on specialized consultants to ensure an inclusive, accessible and historic COP for Belém,” concluded the vice-governor.
With information from Cenarium Agency.
