Climate Scientists Warn of Inevitable Breach of 1.5°C Target

Experts argue urgent action is needed as global temperatures are set to exceed critical thresholds, posing severe risks to ecosystems and communities.

• 2024 is projected to be the first year with temperatures exceeding the 1.5°C rise since pre-industrial times, marking it as the hottest year on record.
• Despite international agreements, scientists believe the goal to limit warming to 1.5°C is now unattainable due to delayed global action.
• The overshoot of the 1.5°C target could trigger irreversible impacts, including species extinction and significant changes to ecosystems.
• To mitigate long-term risks, experts call for immediate emission reductions and the development of large-scale carbon removal technologies.
• Future climate strategies must balance reducing emissions with building capacity for carbon removal to prevent catastrophic warming scenarios.

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