Paris Agreement

The Paris Agreement is a global accord aimed at mitigating climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Launched in 2015, it brings together almost 200 countries to limit global warming to well below 2°C and pursue efforts to limit it to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. Recent news articles highlight the challenges of meeting these targets, including the UK's plans to open new oil and gas fields, the reliance on fossil fuels, and the need for developing countries to transition to renewable energy sources. The agreement also includes a carbon market mechanism to support emissions reduction and climate goals worldwide. Despite progress, many experts warn that the world is not doing enough to address the climate crisis, with some countries failing to meet their commitments and others facing devastating impacts from sea-level rise and extreme weather events.