The UN climate chief believes that the global credit crisis could actually accelerate efforts to develop 'green growth' industries by reforming the financial system. However, this will only be possible if governments focus on assisting poor countries in addressing climate change issues, rather than solely concentrating on financial rescue efforts. De Boer warned that the financial crisis could potentially disrupt UN-led climate change discussions, but emphasized that it could also serve as an opportunity for promoting global green economic growth. De Boer sees the credit crunch as a chance to reshape the financial system in a way that supports sustainable growth. He believes that governments can take advantage of this opportunity by implementing policies that encourage private investment in clean industry. De Boer also emphasizes the importance of reaching a successful agreement on climate change in Copenhagen in order to create new markets, investments, and jobs. He cautions against focusing solely on reviving the financial sector at the expense of the world's poorest populations. De Boer hopes that the credit crunch will not delay aid to developing countries while wealthier nations focus on repaying debts. De Boer emphasized the importance of supporting developing countries in order to move forward on environmental issues. He mentioned that environment ministers will gather in Poznan, Poland in two months to prepare for the Copenhagen summit, where a new global-warming agreement will be discussed to replace the expiring Kyoto Protocol in 2012. De Boer stressed the need for ministers to show their commitment to providing financial resources and necessary infrastructure to assist developing countries in participating in global efforts to combat climate change. He also mentioned the possibility of utilizing market mechanisms for funding. Despite the financial crisis, De Boer stated that the Clean Development Mechanism under the Kyoto Protocol has not been affected.