Highlights:
121 nations with a collective $39 trillion in GDP have created net-zero emissions (carbon neutrality) targets in response to the 2018 IPCC 1.5C report.
- These nations are mobilizing to address the climate crisis 18 months after the IPCC 1.5C report was released
- Analysis found that only 16% of GDP was covered by net-zero carbon emission ambitions in the spring of 2019
Based on the latest science, we must accelerate aggressive climate policy timelines. Net-zero emissions by 2040 or 2050 is too late. The Climate Center calls for California to adopt net-negative emissions (sequestration greater than emissions) and resilient communities no later than 2030 to align with the science. Read more here: Rapid Decarbonization Campaign.
Nina Turner
Energy Programs and Communications CoordinatorJanina is a graduate of the Energy Management and Design program at Sonoma State University with experience in non-profits that specialize in sustainability and volunteerism.
