The scientific consensus is unequivocal; we are rapidly approaching the UNFCCC's critical global temperature threshold of 1.5°C.
Current projections suggest we are on the brink of exceeding this limit within the next few years, escalating the global risk of severe climate-related impacts.
Since the landmark Paris Agreement in 2015, the collective global response has fallen significantly short of the actions required to maintain temperatures below this crucial juncture. There's an increasing realisation that merely "doing our best" may not suffice in the face of such challenges.
CCAG stresses the importance of relentless efforts to cap global warming at 1.5°C. Moreover, should we unfortunately surpass this threshold, CCAG underscores the necessity of identifying and implementing strategies to swiftly reverse course and reduce temperatures back below this critical limit. This approach is vital for mitigating the most severe consequences of climate change and safeguarding our planet for future generations.
At COP28, the CCAG collaborated with ForceOfNature to launch an innovative series of Climate Cafés.
These intimate, dialogue-driven gatherings offered activists a unique platform for engaging directly with the intricacies of the 1.5°C target. Through these open forums, participants were encouraged to delve deeply into the scientific underpinnings of climate action and voice the questions most relevant to their concerns. This initiative provided a valuable space for meaningful exchange and learning, empowering activists with the knowledge and clarity needed to drive impactful change.
