2024 is shaping up to be an unprecedented year in terms of global temperatures. According to recent forecasts by the European meteorological service Copernicus, the global average temperature could exceed 1.5 degrees compared to pre-industrial levels, possibly reaching even 1.55 degrees. This situation represents a clear signal of the progressive warming of our planet.
Copernicus has revealed that, in the first ten months of 2024, the global average temperature anomaly was 0.71 degrees higher than the average between 1991 and 2020. This is an all-time record for this period of the year. In fact, it is 0.16 degrees higher than the same time interval in 2023.
According to Copernicus experts, 2024 is virtually certain to be the warmest year on record. The temperature anomalies forecast for the rest of the year are so small that it is unlikely that there will be any significant changes that would prevent this record from occurring. In addition, the weather service pointed out that in 2023 the temperature was already 1.48 degrees above pre-industrial levels. Therefore, it is highly likely that 2024 will further exceed this critical threshold.
These alarming data raise significant questions about the consequences of climate change on our daily lives and the environment. As global temperatures rise, we expect more extreme weather events and increasingly complex challenges for society. The scientific community and world leaders are now called upon to take decisive action to address this climate crisis. Only through effective policies and greater collective awareness can we hope to reverse the trend and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come. With 2024 already defined as a pivotal year in the fight against climate change, it is essential to act with urgency and determination.
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