The year 2030 is just over a decade away. This report summary provides evidence-based insights to see our progress towards the goals. Some key points from this report related to Climate Action (SDG No 13), Life Below Water (SDG No 14), and Life of Land (SDG No 15) are:
- To limit global warming to 1.5C, global carbon emission needs to fall to 55% of 2010 levels by 2030 and continue a steep decline to zero net emission by 2050
- 186 parties have ratified the Paris Agreement
- 17% of waters under national jurisdiction are covered by protected areas. More than double than 2010
Notwithstanding that progress, this report also identifies many areas that need urgent collective attention. The natural environment is deteriorating at an alarming rate: sea levels are rising; ocean acidification is accelerating; one million plant and animal species are at risk of extinction; and land degradation continues unchecked.
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