Report: World nears critical warming threshold in three years

A new report warns that the world could exceed its carbon budget and breach the 1.5 degrees Celsius warming threshold within three years due to record emissions. This would have devastating consequences. The report indicates that only 143 billion tons of carbon dioxide remain before exceeding the Paris Agreement target. Current emissions are over 46 billion tons annually, accelerating the planet's warming trend and increasing extreme weather events. Scientists emphasize the need for rapid adoption of clean energy and drastic emission reductions to meet climate goals. The study highlights rising sea levels and increased drought severity as further consequences of continued warming.