New climate plans from more than 60 countries would cut global emissions by only 10% by 2035, far below what’s needed to limit warming to 1.5C, a UN report has found.
UN climate chief Simon Stiell said progress was being made but warned that “acceleration must start now.”
Major emitters such as China and the EU have yet to submit full plans. China’s target to cut emissions by only 7–10% from its peak by 2035 has been called too weak, while the EU remains divided over its own goals.
The findings come ahead of Cop30 in Brazil next month, where leaders will discuss how to close the gap between pledges and real action. Analysts say major powers must show far stronger leadership if the world is to stay on track for the Paris Agreement’s targets.
