Global Climate Action Lags as Countries Miss Pledge Deadline Ahead of COP30

Wed Oct 29 2025 11:00:22 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

Only 64 nations have submitted new climate pledges to cut carbon emissions ahead of the COP30 summit in Brazil, raising concerns over global warming targets.

As world leaders prepare for the COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, a troubling UN report reveals that only 64 countries have submitted their updated plans to address carbon emissions, falling short of expectations. These plans, representing around 30% of global emissions, are insufficient to meet the critical target of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Despite some progress, experts highlight the urgent need for more ambitious commitments to prevent severe climate impacts.

Global Climate Action Lags as Countries Miss Pledge Deadline Ahead of COP30

Only 64 nations have submitted new climate pledges aimed at reducing carbon emissions ahead of the upcoming COP30 summit in Belém, Brazil, as highlighted by a recent UN report. This is a concerning outcome given that every signatory to the Paris Agreement agreed to present updated commitments every five years, a promise that remains largely unfulfilled this year.

These 64 pledges, covering approximately 30% of global emissions, indicate a significant shortfall in actions needed to keep global warming below the critical threshold of 1.5°C. While progress has been noted in curbing emissions, projected reductions are still far from sufficient to avert dangerous climate impacts.

The COP30 summit, scheduled for next week, will be pivotal for leaders to strategize on global climate action. Despite the alarming statistics, there are glimmers of hope, as additional plans from major carbon-emitting countries like China and India are anticipated to be unveiled soon.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres stated, Overshooting [the 1.5°C limit] is now inevitable, reflecting the harsh reality faced by global leaders. He emphasized the need for immediate and substantial efforts to address the widening gap between current policies and the necessary climate action.

Laurence Tubiana, CEO of the European Climate Foundation, lamented the slow pace of national commitments, noting, We are heading in the right direction, but too slowly. With the impacts of climate change accelerating, the urgency for comprehensive and immediate action has never been more pressing.

The upcoming COP30 gathering will provide a platform for countries to discuss deeper and faster emissions cuts required to meet the global climate goals. Global leaders are hopeful that the commitments articulated during the summit will set a transformative precedent for future actions.