The Paris Climate Agreement

In 2015, leaders from nearly every country in the world gathered in Paris, France, and made a historic agreement. They promised to work together to keep the planet from warming too much. The Paris Climate Agreement set a goal to limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. It was a big step in the fight against climate change.

What Countries Promised

Under the Paris Agreement, each country set its own goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Some countries promised to use more renewable energy. Others pledged to stop cutting down forests. Wealthier countries also agreed to help poorer countries adapt to climate change. Nearly 200 countries signed the agreement.

Why It Matters

Climate change is a global problem that no single country can solve alone. The Paris Agreement brought the world together with a common goal. It encourages countries to check their progress and set stronger goals over time. While there is still much more work to do, the agreement shows that the world can work together for the planet.

Fun Facts

• The Paris Agreement was signed by 196 countries, making it one of the most widely supported treaties in history.
• The agreement was adopted on December 12, 2015, and took effect on November 4, 2016.
• Young climate activists like Greta Thunberg have pushed leaders to take the Paris Agreement goals more seriously.

Did You Know?

The Paris Agreement was the first time that nearly every country in the world agreed to take action on climate change together!