Global Climate Pact Reached at 2026 UN Summit to Cut Emissions by 45%

World leaders agreed today at the 2026 United Nations Climate Summit in New York to a landmark global pact aiming to reduce carbon emissions by 45% by 2035. The agreement, endorsed by over 190 countries, includes commitments to phase out coal power and increase renewable energy investments. According to Reuters, this deal marks the most ambitious climate target set by the international community to date. The pact also establishes a $150 billion annual fund to support developing nations in climate adaptation and clean technology. Experts say the agreement could significantly limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius if fully implemented.