Climate report from U.N. warns of dire consequences if action isn't taken soon

Climate report from U.N. warns of dire consequences if action isn't taken soon

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Science, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the potential rise in Earth's temperature by 1.5°C by 2040 if greenhouse gas emissions continue at the current rate. It warns of severe consequences such as flooding and droughts. To prevent this, emissions must be reduced by 45% by 2030 and 100% by 2050. By 2050, renewable energy sources like wind and solar must increase to 67%, while coal usage should decrease by nearly 40%.

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What is the projected increase in Earth's atmosphere temperature by 2040 if greenhouse gas emissions continue at the current rate?

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What consequences are warned about if the temperature increases by 1.5 degrees Celsius?

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By what percentage must greenhouse gas emissions be reduced by 2030 to prevent 1.5 degrees of warming?

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What renewable energy sources need to increase to 67% by 2050?

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What is the required decrease in coal usage by 2050 to combat climate change?

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