The Role of Civil Society in Global Governance and in Climate Change a Theoretical Perspective and an Analysis in BRICS Countries

A good functioning of civil society is one of the key points for the future of global governance and cover a central role for the governance of climate change. Nevertheless, according to recent studies, civil society suffers some limitations: a certain fragmentation, lack of accountability and, above all, diverse national interests linked to its participation to Institutions of Global Governance. We are going through a crucial period for many of the problems affecting the planet. At the same time, this moment is a test case also with regard to civil society that should overcome current limitations. In this context, the emergence of BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, China, India and South Africa) represents a new challenge in global governance. But is civil society taken into enough consideration in these countries?