COP21

COP21, also called the Paris Agreement, is an international effort adopted in 2015 where countries committed to working together to limit global warming below 2°C above pre-industrial levels, aiming for 1.5°C. Nations pledged to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions by setting nationally determined contributions (NDCs), with periodic updates to increase their commitments. The goal is to reduce climate change impacts like extreme weather, rising sea levels, and loss of biodiversity. COP21 marked a significant step in global cooperation, emphasizing the need for sustainable development and climate resilience worldwide.