Limiting the increase in global average temperature to 1.5°C is increasingly unattainable. Here we show the impact of global warming on the demand for global warming from 1.5°C to 2.0°C. African countries have the highest increase in cooling demand. Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Norway (traditionally unprepared for the heat) will suffer the largest relative increases in cooling demand. Immediate and unprecedented adaptation actions are needed worldwide to prepare for a warmer world. (Nicole D. Miranda, Jesus Lizana, Malcolm)