Re-engage with international climate agreements to restore global cooperation.
Climate Change
Climate Change Risk
Assessment for this date
The U.S. withdrawal from major international climate agreements significantly heightens global climate risk by undermining coordinated efforts to address climate change.
January 11, 2026
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Risk Drivers
What is pushing the current reading.
The recent decision by the U.S. to withdraw from key international climate agreements, including the IPCC and UN Climate Change, represents a severe setback in global efforts to combat climate change. This move not only diminishes the collective capacity to address climate issues but also sets a concerning precedent that could encourage other nations to deprioritize climate commitments. The lack of U.S. participation weakens international policy frameworks and could delay critical actions needed to mitigate climate change impacts, such as reducing emissions and implementing adaptation strategies. This policy shift exacerbates long-term risks, including extreme weather events, ecosystem collapse, and feedback loops, by reducing global cooperation and accountability.
Risk Reduction Actions
Priority actions generated from the current analysis.
Increase advocacy and public awareness campaigns to pressure governments to commit to climate action.
Invest in sustainable practices and technologies to reduce carbon footprints independently of government actions.
Continue research and provide data-driven insights to inform policy decisions and public understanding.
Highlight the consequences of policy withdrawals and the importance of international collaboration in climate change mitigation.
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Selected Articles
Supporting articles referenced in the latest score.
- What the US withdrawal from international bodies means for climate change and biodiversity Publisher: Le Monde.fr
- E&E News: Europe’s leaders watch silently as Trump torches UN climate treaty Publisher: POLITICO Pro
- Trump is disengaging from a major international issue. Newsom is stepping up Publisher: San Francisco Chronicle
- Trump pulls U.S. from UN’s agreement on climate change in sweeping order Publisher: Denver Gazette
- Trump withdraws the U.S. from the IPCC, IPBES, UN Climate Change, IUCN, and 66 other international organizations Publisher: Noticias Ambientales