Big Polluters Miss Climate Plan Deadline The deadline for new climate plans has passed. Most big polluters missed it. Out of 195 nations in the Paris Agreement, only 11 sent plans on time.
The United Kingdom and Brazil met the deadline. But big emitters like India, Australia, and the European Union missed it. The UN asked countries to take “a bit more time” to make better plans. UN climate chief Simon Stiell said September is now key. These plans will be reviewed before COP30 in Brazil.
UN Wants Strong Climate Plans, Not Rushed Ones
The Paris Agreement says countries must update their plans every five years. The deadline was February 10, but there are no penalties for late plans.
Speaking in Brazil, Stiell stressed the need for strong plans. “These plans shape our future. They must be good,” he said.
Most countries will send plans later this year. “Taking more time makes sense,” Stiell added. The UN wants all plans by September for review before COP30.
Global Delays Slow Progress
So far, only 12 of 195 nations have set 2035 emission goals. These new plans cover just 16% of world emissions. The United States sent its plan before President Trump pulled out of the Paris Agreement.
Brazil, the UK, and the UAE met the deadline. Smaller nations like New Zealand, Switzerland, Uruguay, and the Marshall Islands also sent plans. But they make up only 0.2% of world emissions.
David Waskow of the World Resources Institute says small nations face big challenges. Many are also working on reports and plans for climate change. “Weak plans mean a bleak future. 2025 is the year to act,” Waskow warned.
He urged nations to send their plans by September. “This process must be more than a checklist. Strong action is needed,” he said.
