Climate Change Authority Progress Report

Introduction

As the world continues to grapple with the complexities and challenges of climate change, the Climate Change Authority (CCA) remains committed to monitoring and addressing the issue. In this progress report, we provide an update on the CCA’s activities, accomplishments, and future plans in response to the urgent needs of mitigating and adapting to climate change.

Monitor and Analyze

The CCA has continued to monitor and analyze the changes in global temperatures, sea levels, and extreme weather events. Our latest data indicates that:

• Global temperatures have risen by 1.1°C since the late 1800s, and are projected to continue to rise by another 1-3°C by the end of this century.
• Sea levels have risen by 15-20 cm since 1900, and are projected to rise by another 26-82 cm by 2050.
• Extreme weather events, such as heatwaves, droughts, and heavy rainfall, have increased in frequency, severity, and duration.

Mitigation and Adaptation

The CCA has also continued to provide guidance and support to governments, communities, and industries on mitigation and adaptation strategies. Our efforts have resulted in:

• 25% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in the past decade, compared to the 2005 baseline.
• Development of climate-resilient infrastructure, such as sea walls, levees, and green roofs, to protect communities from the impacts of climate change.
• Increase in the use of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, which accounted for 26% of global electricity generation in 2020.

Research and Development

The CCA has also invested in research and development to improve our understanding of climate change and its impacts. Our latest research has focused on:

• Understanding the relationships between climate change and human health, and developing strategies to mitigate its impacts on public health.
• Developing new climate modeling and prediction tools to improve our understanding of climate change and its impacts on ecosystems and human societies.
• Exploring innovative technologies, such as carbon capture and storage, and geoengineering, to reduce emissions and reverse climate change.

International Cooperation

The CCA has continued to collaborate with international partners to address the global nature of climate change. Our efforts have resulted in:

• Development of the Paris Agreement, which aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C and pursue efforts to limit it to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.
• Participation in global climate change talks, such as the Conference of the Parties (COP) and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), to advance the global response to climate change.
• Support for developing countries to enhance their capacity to adapt to climate change and reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Climate Change Authority has made significant progress in monitoring and addressing climate change. We recognize, however, that much remains to be done to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change. In the coming year, we will continue to work with governments, communities, and industries to address the urgent needs of climate change.

Recommendations

The CCA recommends that:

• Governments and industries take immediate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to a low-carbon economy.
• Communities and individuals adapt to the impacts of climate change, such as sea level rise and extreme weather events.
• Researchers and developers continue to innovate and develop new technologies and strategies to address climate change.

Contact Us

For more information or to get involved in the Climate Change Authority’s efforts, please contact us at info@climatechangeauthority.org or visit our website at climatechangeauthority.org.