The latest Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) ranks South Africa 44th out of 59 countries regarding its climate protection efforts and progress toward the countries’ commitments under the Paris Agreement 2015.

The CCPI 2023 evaluates and compares the climate protection performance of 59 countries, which collectively account for more than 92% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions – including South Africa.

The Index ranks the countries based on their progress towards the commitment under the Paris Agreement to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and limit global warming below 2°C by 2030. Click here to read full article