Global Climate Crisis: 2024 Set to Shatter 1.5°C Temperature Barrier

Baku, Monday, 18 November 2024.
Leading climate scientists declare the 1.5°C target ‘deader than a doornail’ as 2024 is projected to become the first year exceeding this crucial threshold. Three major research groups predict unprecedented warming, while global emissions continue to rise. This historic breach signals a dramatic shift in climate policy discussions ahead of COP29 in Baku, with experts warning of increased risks of extreme weather events and social upheaval.