Climate change is speeding up
13 hours ago
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- Global warming rate has nearly doubled since the 1970s, accelerating to around 0.35°C per decade.
- Reduction in air pollution from international shipping regulations is a key factor in the acceleration.
- The study accounts for natural factors like El Niño and volcanic eruptions to provide a clearer picture.
- By 2030, global temperatures are expected to breach the 1.5°C threshold set by the Paris Agreement.
- Other estimates suggest a lower acceleration rate, but most scientists agree warming is speeding up.
- Urgency for emissions reductions is emphasized due to the accelerated warming rate.