The key climate and nature moments to look out for in 2025

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🗞️ Driving the news: 2025 promises pivotal climate and nature events, including Donald Trump’s second presidency, new national climate goals, and the International Court of Justice's landmark climate ruling
• COP30 in Brazil and ongoing negotiations for a plastics treaty are among key moments that could shape the planet's future
• Extreme weather patterns and advancements in satellite technology will further spotlight environmental challenges

🔭 The context: Trump’s presidency could threaten global climate commitments, but local U.S. actions and global renewable investments remain robust
• Countries are set to update their climate plans under the Paris Agreement, while biodiversity negotiations in Rome aim to implement the "30x30" protection goal
• Lawsuits over climate accountability are rising, with an ICJ advisory opinion potentially reshaping global obligations

🌍 Why it matters for the planet: These milestones underscore the urgency of slashing emissions, preserving biodiversity, and transitioning from fossil fuels to mitigate climate breakdown
• Delays in action, particularly on plastics and global financing for vulnerable nations, risk exacerbating the planet's crises

⏭️ What's next: Expect debates over climate cash, the future of fossil fuels, and accountability for emissions to dominate COP30
• The ICJ's ruling and 2025's new NDCs will be critical tests of international cooperation and ambition

💬 One quote: "Setting targets is important, but delivery is what really matters." – Joe Thwaites, NRDC

📈 One stat: Global emissions must fall 43% by 2030 to stay within 1.5°C warming, yet 2023 saw emissions increase by 1.3%

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