The UN's latest report, released on November 14, shows a global shortfall in tackling climate change, indicating insufficient progress in limiting temperature rises and meeting the Paris Agreement's objectives.
With only 15 days until the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, the declaration calls for immediate, strong action to reduce carbon emissions and prevent the far-reaching effects of climate change.
The report finds that, while 95% of countries supplied essential data in their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), the overall progress falls short. Notably, while over 90% of nations prioritised improving energy supplies, only 9% recognised the need to replace coal-fired power plants with cleaner options, despite the fact that such facilities are a substantial contributor to CO2 emissions.
According to the analysis, emission patterns will remain stable after 2030 but will not decrease significantly, with estimated rises of 8.8% relative to 2010 levels even if the present NDCs are completely implemented. The urgent need for immediate action is emphasised, necessitating increased financial resources, technology transfer, and cooperation, a story that will be crucial in COP28.
A companion UN report on long-term low-emission development policies, released on the same day, provides some promise. If present initiatives are completely implemented, global emissions might be reduced by 63% by 2050. But doubts about net-zero goals and delayed important steps cast a shadow over this positive outlook.
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