UN warns world falling 'dangerously short' on climate, heading for 2.6C
· Climate
The United Nations Environment Programme warned that global commitments to cut planet-heating emissions fall far short of the Paris climate goals, putting the world on course for 2.6 degrees Celsius of warming this century even if current pledges are met. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said the world is falling "dangerously short" on climate action, and the report lays bare the gap between rhetoric and action. Separately, a new outlook predicted the El Nino event will become extremely strong, with a UN body warning it could cause record Pacific temperature rises.
Why it matters：With emissions pledges on track for 2.6C, the report sharpens pressure on governments ahead of the next round of climate talks and raises the stakes for adaptation financing.
Key points
- Even full delivery of pledges gives 2.6C of warming this century.
- Guterres said the world is falling "dangerously short."
- A separate outlook sees an extremely strong El Nino.
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