Transparency is a cornerstone for tracking progress in mitigation, adaptation, support, and financing efforts to combat climate change, as outlined in the Paris Agreement, the international climate treaty signed by Brazil in 2015. To reinforce this commitment, the agreement also established the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF). In August 2024, Brazil advanced this agenda with the launch of DataClima+ – Strengthening the National Transparency System in Brazil under the Paris Agreement. The initiative is led by the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MCTI) and co-executed in partnership with FUNBIO.

The DataClima+ project aims to formalize and streamline climate data governance to meet the requirements of the ETF while supporting decision-making and national policy development. To achieve this, the initiative will focus on organizing high-quality climate data, optimizing data management and analysis processes, and improving the publication and sharing of information.

With a total investment of USD 4.3 million, the project is set to launch its activities in the second quarter of 2025.

The initiative will focus on three key areas: developing an integrated climate data system for Brazil, connecting existing and new databases while establishing the necessary institutional arrangements for data collection and management; standardizing processes and data groups to ensure consistency and reliability; and supporting policymakers and national decision-makers in effectively incorporating climate data into governance and management strategies.