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WMO Climate Warning and Thunberg's COP29 Criticism

The WMO issues a stark warning about record-high temperatures exceeding the Paris Agreement goals, while Greta Thunberg criticizes COP29 hosted in Azerbaijan for its alleged 'greenwashing'.

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What is the WMO's stance on the 1.5-degree Celsius warming target?: WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo emphasizes the significance of every degree of warming and the organization's commitment to the 1.5-degree Celsius target, despite the current concerning climate trends.
How does Azerbaijan's energy policy relate to the criticisms of COP29?: Thunberg highlights Azerbaijan's plans to increase fossil fuel production, contradicting the Paris Agreement's climate goals, further emphasizing her concerns about the conference's legitimacy.
What are Greta Thunberg's criticisms of COP29, and what is her reasoning?: Greta Thunberg criticizes COP29, hosted in Azerbaijan, calling it a 'greenwashing' event due to Azerbaijan's reliance on fossil fuels and human rights violations.
What is the World Meteorological Organization's (WMO) latest warning regarding climate change?: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warns of record-high temperatures, exceeding 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, and the ongoing acceleration of climate change.
What is the current global temperature increase compared to pre-industrial levels, and how does this relate to the Paris Agreement's goals?: The Paris Agreement's goal of limiting warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius is currently being exceeded, with the current increase standing at 1.3 degrees Celsius according to the WMO.

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