UN warns world on track for 2.8°C warming ahead of COP in Turkey

The UN projects that current emissions trajectories will lead to 2.8°C warming by 2100, a level deemed catastrophic, and urges immediate acceleration of emissions cuts. The warning comes ahead of the climate conference in Turkey starting 9 November, raising pressure on negotiators. The projection is based on existing national pledges and policies, with uncertainty around future emissions and policy implementation.