The world agreed to a new climate deal in Dubai at the COP28 summit. However, The Global Stocktake used vague language that could allow countries to take minimal actions. Some countries say the deal signals the end of the fossil fuel era, but others say it is still far from halting the sufficient urgency of the climate crisis. Instead of calling to “phase out” oil, coal, and gas, the agreement calls on countries to “contribute” to global efforts to reduce carbon pollution in ways they see fits.
The unmatched global heat has caused extreme weather including record wildfires, deadly heat waves, and catastrophic floods. 2023 is officially the hottest year on record and it is anticipated that 2024 will still be warmer. Due to a combination of human caused global warming and other factors, the climate of the world is increasing rapidly.
