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Key climate indicators hit unprecedented levels, scientists warn

France 24 · 14 days ago
France 24
France 24
14 days ago

Greenhouse gas emissions reached a record high in 2024, averaging 53.6 billion tonnes per year over the last decade, according to a report from over 60 top scientists. The study highlights alarming trends in carbon pollution, sea-level rise, and global heating.

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  • A new report from over 60 scientists warns the world is running out of time to limit warming to 1.5 degrees.
  • The planet's remaining carbon budget has dropped from 500 billion to 130 billion tons since 2021. 41s
  • By 2028, current emission rates could make the Paris Agreement goal unattainable. 54s
  • Climate change impacts like extreme heat, rainfall, sea-level rise, and wildfires are already affecting people worldwide. 1m 5s
  • 2024 is the first year global average temperatures exceeded 1.5 degrees above pre-industrial levels. 1m 38s
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