Q. “Climate Action Tracker” which monitors the emission reduction pledges of different countries is a:
a) Database created by coalition organisations of Research organisations
b) Wing of “International Panel of Climate Change”
c) Committee under “United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change”
d) Agency promoted and financed by United Nations Environment Programme and World Bank
Correct Answer: Database created by coalition organisations of Research organisations
Question from UPSC Prelims 2022 GS Paper
Explanation :
Climate Action Tracker (CAT)
The Climate Action Tracker (CAT) is an independent scientific analysis produced by two research organizations: Climate Analytics and NewClimate Institute. It tracks government climate action and measures it against the globally agreed aims of the Paris Agreement, to hold warming well below 2°C, and to pursue efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. CAT assesses individual national pledges, called Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), and their implementation.
The Climate Action Tracker is a database and analytical tool created by a coalition of research organizations to provide up-to-date information on countries’ progress and commitments towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions. It is a resource for policymakers, researchers, and the public to understand how actions align with the objectives of limiting global warming and to encourage more ambitious climate action.
