The Instituto Climático Von Bohlen & Halbach (VBH) was officially founded on September 13, 2024, in Brasília, Brazil. The initiative was launched by Von Bohlen & Halbach CIE. FZ LLC, a UAE-based company headquartered in Ras Al Khaimah, which acts as the financial partner of the institute. The company specializes in the development of high-integrity jurisdictional climate projects across South America and aims to position the institute at the forefront of global environmental efforts.

The official launch reception took place at the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, located at Lago Sul in Brasília. The event was attended by more than 60 government representatives and international stakeholders. The evening was hosted by His Excellency, Ambassador Bolat Nussopov, who is accredited for all of South America. Together with his spouse, the ambassador emphasized the significance of international climate collaboration through a spectacular diplomatic celebration, underscoring Kazakhstan’s commitment to advancing sustainability and global climate action.

The Republic of Kazakhstan is recognized as an important promoter of international climate cooperation and maintains a direct partnership with the Instituto Climático Von Bohlen & Halbach. This strategic cooperation aims to strengthen knowledge exchange, accelerate the development of cross-border climate solutions, and elevate the role of emerging economies in global environmental governance.

The VBH Institute’s mission is to create innovative solutions for a sustainable future by connecting science, technology, and practical policy implementation. It serves as a bridge between governments, companies, and civil society, working to develop and implement tailored strategies for reducing carbon emissions. Its core activities include carbon footprint assessments, development of customized decarbonization frameworks, and the promotion of renewable energy deployment.

A strong regional focus lies on cooperation with subnational governments in Brazil to execute large-scale climate protection projects that comply with international standards such as CORSIA and Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. These projects aim not only to contribute to measurable emission reductions but also to reconcile economic growth with effective climate stewardship.

The launch event received broad media attention and marked a key milestone in the global commitment to combat climate change. The institute will continue expanding its partnerships and policy impact through initiatives that are science-based, inclusive, and scalable.