They calculated what would be needed to prevent the Earth from overheating

A recent Climate Analytics report indicates that surpassing the 1.5°C limit set by the Paris Agreement is inevitable due to global warming. The COP31 climate conference in Antalya highlights the urgent need for political action to phase out fossil fuels. Bill Hare emphasizes the necessity for bold leadership, as the extent of warming depends on political decisions. If governments act swiftly to reduce fossil fuel use and methane emissions, a rise of only 1.7°C may be achievable by the 2070s. However, significant reductions in fossil fuel consumption and methane emissions are essential. The report warns that every additional tenth of a degree increases the risks of extreme weather and tipping points. Without immediate action, warming could reach 2.6°C by 2100, despite ambitious emission reduction pledges.