Pope Francis is working on a second part of his Laudato si' encyclical letter, focusing on recent climate crises.

During a meeting with lawyers from the Council of Europe, he expressed his appreciation for their environmental protection efforts and emphasized the responsibility to leave a livable world for younger generations. The updated encyclical will specifically address recent extreme weather events and disasters impacting people worldwide.

Laudato si' was originally published in 2015, advocating for the care of the environment as our common home. It draws inspiration from St. Francis of Assisi's Canticle of Creatures.

Shortly after the publication of the encyclical, Pope Francis clarified its meaning during an audience with participants in a workshop on "Modern Slavery and Climate Change the Commitment of the Cities." He emphasized that the culture of caring for the environment goes beyond a mere "green" attitude; it embodies human ecology, highlighting the interconnectedness of humanity and the environment. He expressed that society cannot separate itself from environmental concerns, making environmental care a social attitude.

Pope chose the name Francis as an inspiration for his papacy, citing Saint Francis as the paragon of caring for the vulnerable and practicing integral ecology. Saint Francis, a mystic and pilgrim, lived in harmony with God, nature, and humanity. His life exemplifies the inseparable connection between environmental concern, justice for the poor, social commitment, and inner peace.

Pope Francis urgently appealed for a global dialogue on shaping the planet's future, emphasizing that the environmental challenge affects everyone. He acknowledged the progress made by the ecological movement and called for a universal solidarity to address the environmental crisis. The Pope stressed that all individuals, regardless of culture, experience, or talents, can collaborate as instruments of God to care for creation and work toward a better future for humanity.