The 2015 Paris climate agreement is a voluntary pact aimed at reducing global warming by slashing emissions from coal, oil, and gas. The main goal is to keep global temperatures from rising more than 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. While the agreement is not legally binding, countries are required to submit goals every five years to address greenhouse gas emissions.
The United States, historically a major climate polluter, has been a key player in international climate negotiations. President Trump initiated the process to withdraw from the agreement, which was later reversed by President Biden. The U.S. withdrawal, set to take effect next year, has sparked global reactions due to the country's significant role in climate change.
