Breaking News: Greenhouse Gases Reach Record Level
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In an alarming statement from the World Meteorological Organization, the world’s greenhouse gas emissions have reached a record level—something that hasn’t happened since the pre-industrial era.
According to the statement, atmospheric carbon dioxide has increased 38% since 1750; which contributes to more than 63% of the increase in the greenhouse effect. Last year, CO2 levels reached 385.2 ppm (parts per million), which is a 2.0 increase from previous years.
“It’s not really good news: concentration of greenhouse gases continue to increase, actually even a bit faster,” said WMO Secretary-General Michel Jarraud. “This is reinforcing the fact that we are actually closer to the pessimistic scenario. Action must be taken as soon as possible.”
Click here to read the official WMO press release.
By Heidi Marshall
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