Nearly a decade after the landmark climate agreement in Paris, the world has seen both progress and setbacks in the fight against global warming. While projections for future temperature increases have improved and renewable energy adoption has accelerated, the pace of climate action remains slower than the rapid escalation of climate-related harms. Scientists and officials warn that extreme weather, rising sea levels, and record-breaking temperatures are outpacing efforts to reduce emissions, with many indicators showing the world is not on track to meet the agreement's most ambitious goals.

Despite advances such as cheaper renewable energy and a surge in electric vehicle sales, greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise in many regions, and the gap between current progress and necessary action is widening. As diplomats gather for new climate negotiations, the mixed legacy of the Paris Agreement highlights both the achievements and the urgent challenges that remain in addressing the climate crisis.