New climate plans from more than 60 countries would cut global emissions by only 10% by 2035, about one-sixth of what’s needed to limit warming to 1.5C, the UN has warned.
UN climate chief Simon Stiell said progress was too slow and urged countries to “accelerate now.” Major emitters including China and the EU have yet to submit final pledges, while the US plan under Joe Biden is unlikely to continue under Donald Trump.
The findings come ahead of Cop30 in Brazil next month, where leaders will discuss how to get climate action back on track. Analysts said weak pledges from big economies threaten the Paris goals and that stronger leadership and delivery are urgently needed.
