Emissions

Worldwide emissions from fossil fuels are projected to increase by 1.1 percent in 2025, reaching a new record high. However, China's emissions, as the largest emitter, show signs of stabilizing, offering some optimism amid growing energy demands met by hydrocarbons.

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New research warns that even if humanity achieves net-negative emissions and cools the planet, the Southern Ocean might suddenly release its accumulated heat, restarting warming. This 'burp' could persist for at least a century. Scientists emphasize the need for rapid emission cuts to minimize such risks.