Climate Change Global Issue 2024. Extreme weather events, critical change to earth systems — which is a new entrant this year — and biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse. The global average temperature in 2024 will likely be more than 1.55°c, compared to 1.48°c in 2023.

Limit global warming to 1.5°c, struggle to adapt to 2°c, or face catastrophic consequences at 2.6°c and beyond.  Perilous times on planet earth.” the report did not sugarcoat their view of the dangers humanity is facing.