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The Paris climate treaty changed the world. Here’s how | Rebecca Solnit

10th anniversary of the Paris climate treaty spotlights legal shifts and renewed action on climate commitments.
An ICJ ruling established that nations have a legal obligation to address the climate crisis, influencing policy and enforcement.
Vanuatu and other small island nations helped push for stronger targets like 1.5°C to avoid a death sentence for vulnerable communities.
U.S. climate policy gains include the Inflation Reduction Act and continued local efforts despite political shifts.
Renewables lead the energy transition as solar growth outpaces fossil fuel expansion globally.
Battery storage, efficiency gains, and policy support bolster the reliability of renewables across regions.
California now uses vast solar capacity to run on sunshine at night with storage.
Global emissions trends show China reducing its emissions while pledging new targets.
The article credits grassroots climate movements and leadership with shifting policy and public perception.
Despite progress, the piece cautions that global action remains insufficient to avert high warming.

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