New global climate commitments critical – but strong national laws must follow

International emissions-cutting targets need to be translated into national laws to guarantee delivery and protect the rights of future generations
Two climate activists from the “Last Generation” group threw orange paint on the glass facade of the Zlote Tarasy shopping mall in central Warsaw, Poland, on August 28, 2024. The demonstration, timed to coincide with the beginning of the new school year, was intended to draw attention to the urgent climate crisis and its future impact on children. (Photo: Marek Antoni Iwanczuk / SOPA Images via Reuters)

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