How Can We Unlock Climate Progress in Difficult Times? Leading Experts Weigh In

One thing is clear when it comes to halting climate change: More of the same won’t be enough.

We’ve seen real, rapid progress in areas like renewables and electric transport — changes that were unimaginable a decade ago. But the curve isn’t bending. Emissions are still climbing, temperatures are warming, and fossil fuel use continues to expand. Every major indicator of global climate progress remains off track to meet 2030 targets.

Meanwhile, the context for climate action has shifted. Rising geopolitical tensions, a changing world order and a tightening of public finance are shrinking climate agendas and constraining international climate diplomacy.

It’s time to break from business as usual. Current approaches cannot keep up with the scale of the climate crisis. But what will it take to unleash meaningful change?