Despite Paris Agreement pledges, countries ‘have landed off target’ on climate goals multiple times, the United Nations warns.
The UN warns that global climate commitments are insufficient, predicting a rise in temperatures by 2.3 to 2.5 degrees Celsius if current plans are followed, and 2.8C with existing policies. With emissions growing by 2.3% in 2024, and the G20 economies responsible for 75% of emissions, significant cuts are needed. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres emphasizes the urgency to meet the 1.5C target, urging leaders for accelerated action. Only 60 parties have submitted new targets, highlighting the need for decisive reductions to mitigate climate impacts.
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