California Governor Joins Pope Francis for Vatican Climate Summit

The event brought together leaders from around the world and other governors of U.S. states, including those of Massachusetts and New York.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks before other governors, mayors and civic and faith leaders from around the globe at the Vatican Climate Summit on May 16, 2024. Office of Governor Gavin Newsom

After signing international agreements with several foreign nations and local governments over the past year, California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Pope Francis signed another at the Vatican Climate Summit May 16.

Called a “Planetary Compact,” the recent agreement commits signees to climate resilience and equity.