The value of unrealistic targets: why some climate activists are unwilling to abandon the 1.5 °C target

Abstract Evidence is mounting that the 1.5 °C goal of the Paris Agreement is unrealistic. But, contrary to many in the scientific community, major NGOs have remained steadfast in their support for this target. We argue that this is because “unrealistic” or aspirational targets can serve important po...

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Main Authors: Jennifer Hadden, Aseem Prakash
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2024-04-01
Series:npj Climate Action
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s44168-024-00118-0