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 *The Alarming Reality of Climate Change*

Climate change is no longer a distant threat; it's a harsh reality we're experiencing today. The past 12 consecutive months have ranked among the hottest on record, with 2025 on track to become the hottest year ever recorded. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) reports an 80% probability that at least one year between 2025 and 2029 will exceed the current record for the warmest year, set in 2024.¹

*The Consequences of Climate Change*

- *Extreme Weather Events*: Increased frequency and severity of heatwaves, droughts, floods, and storms are becoming more common. Southern Europe and parts of India have experienced prolonged heatwaves exceeding 45°C, while devastating floods have hit Brazil and Indonesia.

- *Rising Global Temperatures*: The global mean near-surface temperature is likely to surpass 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels in at least one of the next five years, breaching the Paris Agreement's critical threshold.

- *Melting Permafrost*: Methane leaks from permafrost layers have tripled since 2020, accelerating feedback loops and making it harder to stop.

- *Ocean Currents at Risk*: A University of Copenhagen study predicts a 40% probability of ocean current collapse, which would have catastrophic consequences for global climate regulation.² ³

*The Impact on Our Planet*

- *Global Sea Ice Cover*: Record-low global sea ice cover and third-warmest February globally have been observed.

- *Marine Heatwaves*: A threefold increase in persistence and a 1°C rise in intensity of marine heatwaves have been recorded.

- *Wildfires*: Climate change is exacerbating wildfire risks, with Canada and Southern Europe experiencing devastating fires.

- *Agriculture*: Global agriculture is being impacted, with studies suggesting that climate change will lead to significant crop yield losses and food insecurity.⁴ ⁵

*What Can We Do?*

The clock is ticking, and immediate action is necessary to mitigate the effects of climate change. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions, transitioning to renewable energy sources, and adopting sustainable practices can help slow down global warming. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) emphasizes the need for climate-resilient development and investment in climate adaptation.

As Dr. Elena Novák, lead author of a comprehensive meta-study on climate change, says, "This is no longer about projections—it’s about real-time crisis." The science is clear: human-caused global warming is accelerating, and we must take drastic measures to protect our planet.