Record-Breaking Heatwaves

In the summer of 2024, the world faced unprecedented heatwaves, with Europe experiencing temperatures above 40°C (104°F). North America and Asia also saw extreme heat, severe droughts, and wildfires. These events align with climate scientists’ predictions of more frequent and intense heatwaves due to rising global temperatures.

 

IPCC Report: Alarming Findings

The latest IPCC report reveals that we are on track to exceed the 1.5°C warming threshold set by the Paris Agreement sooner than expected. The report calls for immediate, large-scale reductions in greenhouse gas emissions to avoid catastrophic impacts on ecosystems and human societies.