The Acceleration of Climate Warming

The planet is experiencing rapid climate warming, reaching a record increase in global mean surface temperature, which is currently at 1.2 degrees Celsius. This warming trend has accelerated significantly, moving from an increase of 0.18 degrees Celsius per decade between 1970 and 2010 to a concerning 0.26 degrees per decade starting in 2014. As a result, projections indicate that unless action is taken, the global temperature could surpass two degrees Celsius within the next two decades, ultimately approaching three degrees Celsius by 2100. This alarming trend highlights the urgent need to address human-induced climate change to prevent catastrophic outcomes for the planet and its inhabitants.