Scientists Give Earth 50-50 Chance Of Hitting Key Warming Mark By 2026

The video discusses the imminent crossing of a critical temperature threshold, potentially leading to irreversible environmental damage. The World Meteorological Organization reports a 50% chance of surpassing the 1.5-degree warming threshold within the next five years, a significant increase from previous predictions. Greenhouse gas emissions, primarily from fossil fuels, continue to rise despite global pledges to reduce them. The video highlights the severe consequences of even temporary temperature increases, including uninhabitable areas and the destruction of coral reefs.

What is the critical temperature threshold mentioned in the video that could lead to irreversible environmental damage?

• 2.5 degrees Celsius

• 1.0 degrees Celsius

• 2.0 degrees Celsius

• 1.5 degrees Celsius

According to the video, what is the current probability of the planet temporarily surpassing the 1.5-degree threshold in the next five years?

• 50%

• 25%

• 75%

• 0%

What has been the increase in the planet's temperature over pre-industrial levels as mentioned in the video?

• 2.0 degrees

• 1.5 degrees

• 1.1 degrees

• 0.5 degrees

What is one of the potential consequences of surpassing the 1.5-degree threshold discussed in the video?

• Increased rainfall

• Permanent damage to coral reefs

• More frequent earthquakes

• Decrease in global population

What percentage of coral reefs are expected to be wiped out if the 1.5-degree threshold is surpassed?

• 90%

• 70%

• 50%

• 100%