How does the Paris Agreement work?

Can you explain how the Paris Agreement works?

Sure! The Paris Agreement is an international treaty aimed at combating climate change by limiting global warming.

What are the main goals of the agreement?

The main goals include keeping global temperature rise below 2 degrees Celsius and pursuing efforts to limit it to 1.5 degrees.

How do countries commit to the agreement?

Countries submit their own climate action plans, known as Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), which they update every five years.

Is there any enforcement mechanism?

While there is no strict enforcement, the agreement encourages transparency and accountability through regular reporting and reviews.

What happens if a country doesn't meet its targets?

Countries are encouraged to be transparent about their progress, and there are diplomatic pressures to meet commitments, but no penalties.