In 2025, adaptation to climate change has emerged as the top priority, with a clear need for investments in resilience to climate-related disasters. The urgency of the energy transition and fair transition & social equity remains just as critical as in 2024, while education & awareness, particularly concerning AI and climate issues, follows closely behind. Biodiversity protection rounds out the top five priorities, while water resources are notably absent from the focus of this year’s report.

Together, these five priorities account for 75% of expert responses, yet the report highlights alarming gaps in progress. Most of the issues are rated at around 2/5 for maturity, underscoring the need for accelerated action.

A striking finding is that 92% of climate investments are currently allocated to emission reduction, with only 8% directed toward adaptation, despite growing recognition that building resilience is just as vital for tackling the climate crisis.

As we approach the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement, closing the gap to meet the goals set in Paris remains a central focus. This includes efforts to push for a fair transition in the Global South and enhance public debate to support effective climate and social justice policies.

The Earth Action Report offers both a call to action and a roadmap for leaders to speed up the transition to a sustainable future.