The European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) has released a report that finds that 2023 was the hottest year on record, with temperatures 1.46 degrees Celsius (2.63 degrees Fahrenheit) above pre-industrial levels.
The report highlights that every month since June has set a new record for heat, with November being particularly hot. This is raising concerns among scientists about the planet’s future in the coming years.
The report attributes the heat to a combination of El Niño and human-caused climate change, while calling for urgent action for countries to phase out fossil fuels to reduce the growing risks of extreme weather and climate change.
Key findings of the report:
- 2023 was the hottest year on record, with temperatures 1.46 degrees Celsius (2.63 degrees Fahrenheit) above pre-industrial levels.
- Every month since June has set a new record for heat, with November being particularly hot.
- The heat is being attributed to a combination of El Niño and human-caused climate change.
- Urgent action is needed for countries to phase out fossil fuels to reduce the growing risks of extreme weather and climate change.
Implications of the report:
The findings of the report are a stark reminder of the urgency of climate action. The continued rise in temperatures is having a devastating impact on the planet, leading to more extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and the loss of biodiversity.
Countries must take urgent action to reduce their emissions and transition to a clean energy future. This will help to protect the planet and its people from the worst impacts of climate change.
