Tag #2024 Temperatures

What are the underlying causes contributing to 2024's extreme heat, and how do these causes relate to specific national and global emission levels and climate policies?

The record-breaking heat in 2024, exceeding the ambitious 1.5°C limit set by the Paris Agreement, underscores the accelerating impacts of climate change. Countries like China, Germany, India, and Taiwan reported unprecedented temperatures, correlating with increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events such as heatwaves and floods.