The Path to COP30

The 30th annual UN climate summit (COP30) will take place Nov. 10-Nov. 21, 2025 in Belém, Brazil. It’s a major moment for the world’s leaders to demonstrate progress on past pledges and put forward new plans that benefit people, nature and the climate.

As the world navigates the Path to COP30, WRI experts are closely tracking the issues at stake. Visit this resource hub regularly for the latest commentary, analysis, events and more.

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Are Countries’ New Climate Plans Ambitious Enough? What We Know So Far
Insights October 22, 2025

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Are Countries’ New Climate Plans Ambitious Enough? What We Know So Far
Countries are submitting new national climate commitments ("NDCs") in 2025 that will shape the future of climate action. Here's how they measure up so far.
Insights October 22, 2025
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RELEASE: No Sector on Track to Meet Global Climate Goals, State of Climate Action 2025 Finds

WASHINGTON (October 22, 2025) – A major new assessment finds that the world is stalling on progress to limit warming to 1.5°C, with none of the 45 indicators of climate action on track for 2030.

News October 22, 2025
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The State of Climate Action in 2025: 10 Key Findings
A new report assesses the global gap in climate action, measuring progress across 45 different indicators and mapping a path to hold warming to 1.5 degrees C.
Insights October 22, 2025
Equity & Governance

For New Global Forest Pledges to Succeed, They Must Center Forest Communities
Recognizing Indigenous and community land rights is vital to protecting forests and achieving climate goals under the upcoming COP30 commitments.
Insights October 21, 2025
Climate

4 Questions that Will Shape COP30 for Vulnerable Countries
At COP30, climate vulnerable countries are seeking strong outcomes on climate and adaptation finance, stronger multilateralism and the impact of the ICJ ruling.
Technical Perspectives October 20, 2025
Climate

ADVISORY: ACT2025 Press Call on Climate-Vulnerable Nations' Expectations for COP30
WASHINGTON (October 21, 2025) — Join Allied for Climate Transformation by 2025 (ACT2025) on Tuesday, October 21 from 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. EDT for a press briefing featuring expert voices from countries on the frontlines of the climate crisis.
News October 13, 2025

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Global Director for Strategic Communications
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Director of Communications & Media Strategy, Climate Program

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The Path to COP30

Are Countries’ New Climate Plans Ambitious Enough? What We Know So Far

Are Countries’ New Climate Plans Ambitious Enough? What We Know So Far
Countries are submitting new national climate commitments ("NDCs") in 2025 that will shape the future of climate action. Here's how they measure up so far.

RELEASE: No Sector on Track to Meet Global Climate Goals, State of Climate Action 2025 Finds

WASHINGTON (October 22, 2025) – A major new assessment finds that the world is stalling on progress to limit warming to 1.5°C, with none of the 45 indicators of climate action on track for 2030.

The State of Climate Action in 2025: 10 Key Findings
A new report assesses the global gap in climate action, measuring progress across 45 different indicators and mapping a path to hold warming to 1.5 degrees C.

For New Global Forest Pledges to Succeed, They Must Center Forest Communities
Recognizing Indigenous and community land rights is vital to protecting forests and achieving climate goals under the upcoming COP30 commitments.

4 Questions that Will Shape COP30 for Vulnerable Countries
At COP30, climate vulnerable countries are seeking strong outcomes on climate and adaptation finance, stronger multilateralism and the impact of the ICJ ruling.

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The Path to COP30

Are Countries’ New Climate Plans Ambitious Enough? What We Know So Far

Are Countries’ New Climate Plans Ambitious Enough? What We Know So Far Countries are submitting new national climate commitments ("NDCs") in 2025 that will shape the future of climate action. Here's how they measure up so far.

RELEASE: No Sector on Track to Meet Global Climate Goals, State of Climate Action 2025 Finds WASHINGTON (October 22, 2025) – A major new assessment finds that the world is stalling on progress to limit warming to 1.5°C, with none of the 45 indicators of climate action on track for 2030.

The State of Climate Action in 2025: 10 Key Findings A new report assesses the global gap in climate action, measuring progress across 45 different indicators and mapping a path to hold warming to 1.5 degrees C.

For New Global Forest Pledges to Succeed, They Must Center Forest Communities Recognizing Indigenous and community land rights is vital to protecting forests and achieving climate goals under the upcoming COP30 commitments.

4 Questions that Will Shape COP30 for Vulnerable Countries At COP30, climate vulnerable countries are seeking strong outcomes on climate and adaptation finance, stronger multilateralism and the impact of the ICJ ruling.

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Are Countries’ New Climate Plans Ambitious Enough? What We Know So Far
Countries are submitting new national climate commitments ("NDCs") in 2025 that will shape the future of climate action. Here's how they measure up so far.

RELEASE: No Sector on Track to Meet Global Climate Goals, State of Climate Action 2025 Finds

WASHINGTON (October 22, 2025) – A major new assessment finds that the world is stalling on progress to limit warming to 1.5°C, with none of the 45 indicators of climate action on track for 2030.

The State of Climate Action in 2025: 10 Key Findings
A new report assesses the global gap in climate action, measuring progress across 45 different indicators and mapping a path to hold warming to 1.5 degrees C.

For New Global Forest Pledges to Succeed, They Must Center Forest Communities
Recognizing Indigenous and community land rights is vital to protecting forests and achieving climate goals under the upcoming COP30 commitments.

4 Questions that Will Shape COP30 for Vulnerable Countries
At COP30, climate vulnerable countries are seeking strong outcomes on climate and adaptation finance, stronger multilateralism and the impact of the ICJ ruling.