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1.5-Degree Celsius Threshold Exceeded: Climate Action Urgency

Global temperatures surpassed the 1.5-degree Celsius warming threshold in 2024, highlighting the urgency of climate action and the challenges of international climate negotiations.

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What is the significance of the 1.5-degree Celsius threshold being exceeded?: The 1.5-degree Celsius threshold crossing serves as a stark reminder of the accelerating climate crisis and the need for more ambitious and immediate action to mitigate its effects.
Why is the annual climate conference considered important despite its limitations?: Despite its shortcomings, the annual climate conference remains crucial for addressing climate injustice. Wealthier nations bear significant responsibility for the crisis and need to provide financial support to developing countries.
What was the global average temperature increase in 2024 compared to pre-industrial levels?: The global average temperature in 2024 exceeded pre-industrial levels by 1.55 degrees Celsius, a significant milestone highlighting the urgency of climate action.
What was the outcome of the 2023 climate conference in the UAE regarding fossil fuel phase-out?: The 2023 climate conference in the UAE failed to secure a firm commitment to phasing out fossil fuels, opting for a weaker call for states to 'contribute' to the transition. This illustrates the challenges in international climate negotiations.
Does exceeding the 1.5-degree Celsius threshold for a single year definitively indicate entry into a 1.5-degree world?: While a single year's data doesn't definitively mark entry into a 1.5-degree world, it underscores the widening gap between climate targets and reality. Long-term averages are key, but the trend is alarming.

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