There is unequivocal evidence that Earth is warming
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- Current climate warming is occurring at an unprecedented rate not seen in the past 10,000 years.
- Human activity is the primary driver of the current warming trend since the mid-1800s.
- Evidence from natural sources (ice cores, tree rings) and modern technology (satellites) confirms climate change.
- Global temperature has risen by about 2°F (1°C) since the late 19th century, with the last 40 years seeing the most warming.
- Oceans have absorbed significant heat, with the top 100 meters warming by 0.67°F (0.33°C) since 1969.
- Greenland and Antarctic ice sheets are losing mass at alarming rates.
- Glaciers worldwide are retreating, and Arctic sea ice extent and thickness are declining.
- Global sea levels have risen about 8 inches (20 cm) in the last century, with the rate accelerating.
- Extreme weather events, such as record high temperatures and intense rainfall, are increasing.
- Ocean acidity has increased by about 30% since the Industrial Revolution due to higher CO2 absorption.