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The Paris Agreement: A Global Success that’s Actually Working

Posted on May 22, 2025 By Dante No Comments on The Paris Agreement: A Global Success that’s Actually Working

For years, the Paris Agreement has been touted as a flawed, ineffective, and downright doomed effort to combat climate change. Critics have pointed to the agreement’s non-binding language, lack of enforcement mechanisms, and inadequate emissions reductions targets as evidence that it’s a toothless tiger. But as the agreement approaches its fifth anniversary, it’s time to take a closer look at the actual results – and the picture is surprisingly rosy.

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Despite the doomsday predictions, the Paris Agreement has been a game-changer in the fight against climate change. Not because it’s perfect, but because it’s actually working. The agreement’s core premise – that countries will voluntarily submit and implement their own climate plans, with the goal of limiting global warming to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels – has proven to be a remarkably effective strategy.

One of the most significant achievements of the Paris Agreement is the sheer number of countries that have actually submitted their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). Over 180 countries have submitted their plans, covering more than 90% of global emissions. And while the targets may not be as ambitious as some would like, the fact remains that countries are taking climate action, and it’s having an impact.

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According to a recent analysis by the United Nations, the collective impact of the NDCs submitted so far would limit global warming to 2.5°C above pre-industrial levels – still a significant increase, but a far cry from the 3.2°C increase that would result from business-as-usual emissions trajectories. And as more countries submit their plans, the overall emissions reductions target is likely to increase.

But the Paris Agreement’s success goes beyond just the numbers. It’s also had a profound impact on the global conversation around climate change. The agreement has helped to shift the narrative from a debate about whether climate change is real to a discussion about how to address it. It’s brought together governments, business leaders, and civil society organizations in a way that was previously unimaginable, and it’s helped to create a sense of global urgency and cooperation around the issue.

Of course, the Paris Agreement is not perfect. There are still many criticisms to be made about its implementation, and there are certainly areas where it could be improved. But as we mark the agreement’s fifth anniversary, it’s time to recognize the progress that’s been made – and to celebrate the fact that, despite the naysayers, the Paris Agreement is actually working.

In an era of increasing polarization and division, the Paris Agreement stands as a powerful example of what can be achieved when countries and stakeholders come together in a spirit of cooperation and shared purpose. It’s a reminder that, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges, collective action can lead to real, meaningful change.

So the next time you hear someone dismiss the Paris Agreement as a failed effort, take a closer look at the facts. The agreement may not be perfect, but it’s a critical step forward – and it’s actually working.

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