Policy & Standards UNEP calls for ‘dramatic uptick’ in sustainability action in annual report “The reality is that environmental multilateralism is sometimes messy and sometimes arduous." Melodie Michel 19 February 2025
Climate Targets UK only country with 1.5ºC-aligned 2035 climate target "The UK's NDC is an encouraging sign of leadership, especially following the US’ step back." Melodie Michel 07 February 2025
Paris Agreement Private sector steps in to fulfil US climate commitments after Paris Agreement exit "Our cities, states, businesses, and local institutions will take the baton of US climate leadership and run with it." Melodie Michel 28 January 2025
Policy & Standards US announces 61% emissions reduction goal for 2035 – likely to be led by states Strong leadership by non-federal actors could put the US on a path to 54-62% emissions reductions. Melodie Michel 20 December 2024
COP29 Global warming outlook worsens as 2024 brought ‘minimal progress’ on climate Donald Trump's programme in the US is expected to raise global temperatures by 0.04ºC. Melodie Michel 14 November 2024