UN scientists project that global average temperatures could increase by 2.6 – 3.1°C by 2100. Limiting warming to 1.5°C now appears unattainable, and scientists caution that without large-scale global cooperation, disaster is imminent.
Greenhouse gas emissions grew by 1.3% from the previous year. Even if countries adhere to their reduction plans by 2030, temperatures will likely rise between 2.6 and 2.8°C.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns that the world is on a “planetary tightrope,” with the poorest and most vulnerable populations at severe risk due to climate change.
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