New national climate plans from over 60 countries would cut global carbon emissions by only 10% by 2035, about one-sixth of what’s needed to limit warming to 1.5C, according to a UN report.
UN climate chief Simon Stiell said countries must “move faster” to avoid the worst effects of climate change. Major emitters such as China and the EU have yet to submit updated targets, while the US pledge made under Joe Biden is uncertain after Donald Trump’s return to office.
The findings come ahead of Cop30 in Brazil next month, where leaders will discuss how to close the gap between promises and real action. Analysts say progress remains too slow, with Gareth Redmond-King warning that pledges “are not yet enough to deliver the Paris goals.”
