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    Empowering net-zero goals: influence of COP 28 on climate mitigation

    Empowering net-zero goals: influence of COP 28 on climate mitigation

    In the aftermath of the historic 2015 Paris Climate Accord orchestrated under the auspices of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, nations across the globe have embarked on a pivotal odyssey towards environmental sustainability. Initially critiqued for perceived enforcement limitations, the Accord has become the catalyst for a pivotal evaluation of worldwide endeavours to mitigate climate impact, reaching a zenith with the inaugural comprehensive "global stocktake" at the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP) hosted in Dubai.

    Photo: Climate Action Tracker
    Source: BBC News
    The revelations unveiled during this summit paint a cautiously optimistic panorama. Projections for global warming by the close of this century have undergone downward revisions, from a previously ominous over 3°C to a narrower range of 2.5-2.9°C above pre-industrial levels, contingent upon prevailing policy trajectories. Despite this amelioration, such temperature elevations still present substantial global risks.

    Remarkable strides have materialized in the domain of renewable energy, witnessing solar capacity surge from 230 GW in 2015 to an impressive 1,050 GW in recent times. Simultaneously, the wider adoption and heightened efficacy of carbon pricing have instigated pivotal shifts. These advancements have compelled major energy think tanks to recalibrate their forecasts, now envisioning an imminent apex in carbon dioxide emissions. This juncture signifies a potential turning point, disrupting a historical trend of emissions growth mirroring economic development over the past two centuries.

    Photo: Influence of COP 28 on climate mitigation 
    Source: United Nations Foundation
    The role of the Paris Accord in instigating these transformative shifts, though not direct, bears significance. It established novel expectations and mainstreamed the concept of net-zero goals. The count of nations committing to net-zero emissions has soared from one in 2015 to an impressive tally exceeding a hundred today.

    Global climate conferences have metamorphosed into crucibles for cultivating agreements and articulating new commitments. Recent high-level dialogues among global leaders have propelled initiatives focusing on methane emissions and renewable energy targets. The United Arab Emirates, serving as the host for the 28th COP, aspires to leave an indelible imprint, emphasizing a threefold increase in renewable energy capacity by 2030.

    Photo: Influence of COP 28 on climate mitigation 
    Source: The New York Times

    The role of COPs in steering global climate change mitigation should not be overstated. The surge in renewable energy, though contextualized by the Paris Accord, owes much to private sector investment. Attaining the ambitious objectives set forth necessitates a substantial surge in private funding, mandating significant market reforms and policy shifts to foster an investment-friendly environment.

    The accumulation of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere remains the chief driver of global warming. Despite policy and technological enhancements, the pace of climate change persists unabated, underscored by recent record-breaking temperatures that accentuate the immediacy of the crisis.

    Photo: Influence of COP 28 on climate mitigation 
    Source: Freepik

    Emerging conversations on solar geoengineering, directed at curtailing Earth's absorption of solar radiation, underscore the escalating need for innovative solutions. However, these discussions mandate a forum beyond the conventional COP framework to deliberate the ethical, scientific, and policy ramifications of such interventions.

    Strategies for carbon dioxide removal, another pivotal facet of climate mitigation, demand unequivocal and transparent plans from nations. The forthcoming round of Nationally Determined Contributions in 2025 will prove to be a pivotal milestone, prompting countries to articulate their strategies for emissions reduction and carbon removal. This ensures accountability and forestalls any potential overlap that might obfuscate genuine progress.

    Photo: Influence of COP 28 on climate mitigation 
    Source: New African Magazine

    While the UN-led process may lack the enforcement teeth for requisite changes, it assumes a vital role in framing global debates and establishing guidelines that galvanize action. The strides achieved since the inception of the Paris Accord, though commendable, constitute merely the initial stride in an enduring expedition toward achieving a climate that is both stable and sustainable.

     

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