Global Warming Accelerates Sharply Since 2015, Study Finds
Global Warming Accelerates Sharply Since 2015, Study Finds
US · Published Aug 2, 2026
A new analysis from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) has revealed a significant acceleration in global warming since
Researchers, after filtering out natural influences such as El Niño, volcanic eruptions, and solar cycles, found that the planet's warming rate has increased to approximately 0.35°C per decade over the past ten years. This is a notable rise compared to the 0.2°C per decade observed between 1970 and

Impact & Risks

The acceleration in global warming poses significant risks to ecosystems, human health, and infrastructure worldwide. If the current warming rate continues, the planet could surpass the 1.5°C limit set by the Paris Agreement before 2030, leading to more frequent and severe climate-related events such as heatwaves, droughts, and rising sea levels. Vulnerable populations, particularly in low-lying coastal areas and regions prone to extreme weather, are likely to face heightened risks. The study highlights the urgency of reducing global CO2 emissions to mitigate these impacts and prevent long-term exceedance of critical temperature thresholds.

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