UN warns of impending climate crisis, urgent action needed

Summary: UN warns of climate crisis as 80% of experts predict global heating to surpass 1.5C target. Almost 400 IPCC authors surveyed, with only 6% expecting to stay within limit. Urgent action needed to curb fossil fuel use and prevent catastrophic 2.5C rise. Leaders urged to fulfill climate commitments and transition away from fossil fuels. Lack of political will identified as major barrier to climate action. Calls for immediate and transformative policies to prioritize planet and people over profit.

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