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The Surprising Things That Helped Make 2023 the Hottest Year Ever

Jan 17, 2024
2023 was declared the warmest year on record, breaking temperature records. The potential regime switch in Antarctica, extreme ocean heat, and the unusual behavior of El Nino were discussed. Factors contributing to the record-breaking year include new shipping regulations and the impact of a volcano eruption. Predictions suggest that 2024 may be even hotter.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Regime Switch in Antarctica and the Impact on Sea Ice and Ocean Temperature
03:27 • 2min
3
Factors Contributing to the Hottest Year on Record
05:13 • 3min