Greenhouse gas emissions rise at unprecedented rate, warns World Meteorological Organization

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has reported that greenhouse gas emissions are rising at an unprecedented rate. Carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide levels are historically high, increasing the atmosphere's heat-trapping potential by 51.5% since 1990. WMO officials expressed concern that these emissions could lead to a "vicious cycle" of climate change. They noted that natural ecosystems might become larger sources of greenhouse gases due to warming, potentially worsening the situation. Recent data shows that humanity is on track for only a 2.6% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030, falling significantly short of the 43% reduction target set by the Paris climate accord.