With just months left until COP30, most countries have failed to submit updated climate plans. Only 25 of 197 nations have done so, covering just 20% of global emissions. Climate scientists warn that human-caused warming already exceeds 1.5°C, placing the planet in dangerous territory. Africa, especially, is suffering extreme impacts, while global governments lag behind in action and data use.

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• Only 25 of 197 countries submitted updated climate plans by February 2025
• Global warming hit 1.36°C in 2024; current average temp rise is 1.52°C
• 1.5°C limit in Paris Agreement nearly breached; dangerous climate impacts now unavoidable
• Africa facing worst climate crisis in over a decade due to extreme weather
• G20 responsible for 80% emissions, but only 5 members submitted 2035 plans
• Just 10 countries’ new plans include stronger fossil fuel reduction goals
• Climate scientists call for real-time climate data use in policymaking
• UNFCCC Climate Week to be held in Addis Ababa, September 2025
• Updated climate plans vital to slow warming and ensure fair global response
• Experts urge ambitious actions before COP30 to close policy–reality gap