“Our message is clear: we need systemic change,” he stated. “A change that prioritizes people, tackles energy poverty, and builds climate resilience in a way that truly reflects the needs of local populations.”
Orekha’s advocacy comes at a critical time, as the SB62 sessions prepare the groundwork for COP30. His intervention serves as a reminder that climate action must go beyond targets and timelines—it must be rooted in justice, inclusion, and sustainability for those most affected.