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World on Track for 2.8 Degrees Celsius of Warming

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Briefings

A new U.N. report indicates current climate policies place the world on track for 2.8 degrees Celsius of warming by 2100, significantly exceeding international targets. This finding suggests a trajectory that is well beyond the 1.5 degrees Celsius goal, with the report published in October 2026.

Key points

• Current climate policies put the world on a course for 2.8 degrees Celsius of warming this century, well beyond international climate targets.
• The report was published in October 2026, indicating a trajectory that is well beyond the 1.5 degrees Celsius goal.

Context

This finding highlights a critical gap between current policy actions and the necessary limits to prevent dangerous climate change, as the 2.8 degree trajectory represents a substantial increase from the 1.5 degree target.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single U.N. report from October 2026, which may not capture all future policy shifts or immediate impacts. The report does not specify the exact mechanisms driving the 2.8 degree trajectory, nor does it provide data on specific country contributions or mitigation efforts.

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