New UN analysis shows that national climate plans from over 60 countries would cut global emissions by only 10% by 2035 — about one-sixth of what’s needed to limit warming to 1.5C.
UN climate chief Simon Stiell urged countries to act faster, warning that progress “must start now.” Major emitters including China and the EU have yet to submit updated plans, while the US target under Joe Biden is unlikely to stand if Donald Trump withdraws from the Paris agreement again.
The findings come ahead of Cop30 in Brazil next month, where leaders will debate how to close the gap between promises and real action. Analysts say weak pledges from top polluters threaten global efforts, even as most of the world’s economy is covered by net zero goals.
