On November 18, 2025, at 08:45 AM, a significant global conference on climate change is set to take place in a major city, bringing together world leaders, scientists, and activists to discuss urgent actions needed to combat climate change. This event aims to build on previous agreements and initiatives, focusing on innovative solutions and collaborative efforts to address environmental challenges. Reflecting on the past, one month prior, on October 18, 2025, a major report was released by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), highlighting alarming trends in global temperatures and the need for immediate action. Looking back a year, on November 18, 2024, a historic agreement was signed at the COP29 conference, committing nations to more aggressive carbon reduction targets. Five years ago, on November 18, 2020, the world was grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic, and discussions on how to rebuild economies sustainably were gaining momentum. Going further back, on November 18, 2015, the Paris Agreement was adopted, marking a pivotal moment in international climate policy. Fast forward to 1000 years ago, on November 18, 1025, Europe was experiencing the early Middle Ages, a time characterized by feudalism and the spread of Christianity, with significant cultural and political developments shaping the continent's future. This timeline illustrates the ongoing evolution of global awareness and action regarding climate change, alongside historical events that have shaped human civilization.
