Since 2020,climate change has not been stopped by the Covid-19 pandemic,and frequent extreme climate events have caused numerous casualties and property losses. The critical moment to address climate change has arrived. Despite this,the global response to climate change has made some progress. On the one hand,renewable energy bucked the trend,becoming the only type of energy with a net increase in electricity generation. Climate finance has increased significantly,and the performance of international financial institutions has been remarkable. On the other hand,the international progress of addressing climate change has been progressing steadily in general - the international society has held several important meetings to discuss specific matters to tackle climate change,more and more countries and companies have announced carbon neutral commitments,carboning pricing is becoming a significant tool to address climate change,and governments are taking climate change as an opportunity to start formulating sustainable recovery plans. Looking ahead,the global response to climate change faces both opportunities and challenges. Countries around the world should work together to meet the challenges of climate change,earnestly implement the emission reduction commitments under the Paris Agreement,and build a net-zero future through international cooperation.
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