2023 A Pivotal Year in Climate History, Marked by Record-Breaking Heat
The year 2023 has etched its place in history as the hottest on record, propelled by the dual forces of human-induced climate change and the natural phenomenon of El Niño. According to the European Union's climate service, the global temperature in 2023 surpassed the long-term average before widespread fossil fuel burning by a staggering 1.48 degrees Celsius. This article explores the alarming implications of this unprecedented warmth, as revealed by analyses from the BBC and the Met Office, and examines the challenges it poses to international climate targets.
Human-Caused Climate Change Takes Center Stage
Fossil Fuel Impact
The European Union's climate service underscores the role of human activities in driving the 2023 temperature extremes. The 1.48-degree Celsius increase starkly h...