Is the Paris agreement dead?
Published on April 2nd, 2026
The Paris Agreement remains a cornerstone of global climate governance, yet its effectiveness is increasingly questioned. The gap between commitments and implementation continues to widen, raising concerns about credibility and impact. In this session, the discussion focused on whether the issue lies in the agreement itself or in the systems responsible for delivering on it.
The full session can be viewed in the recording below.
Key takeaways
The main challenge is implementation, not lack of awareness
There is a growing gap between climate targets and actual policy action
Stronger accountability and reporting mechanisms are needed
Business plays a critical role, but is not fully integrated into decision-making
Economic incentives, including carbon pricing, are key levers for progress
Policy recommendation
Expand effective carbon pricing to correct market failures and accelerate implementation of Paris-aligned action.
Illustration by pikka.ch
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