2020 Could Be Hottest Year Yet

The video discusses the current state of greenhouse gas emissions, noting a slight decline but emphasizing the continued high levels of emissions contributing to global warming. It highlights the incompatibility of current emissions with the Paris climate agreement and illustrates the visible and insidious effects of global warming, such as wildfires and infrastructure damage. The video also addresses the challenges in meeting the Paris Agreement's goals to limit temperature rise.

What percentage of greenhouse gases are still being emitted compared to last year?

• 85%

• 95%

• 80%

• 90%

Which of the following regions experienced record-breaking wildfires recently?

• Greenland

• Sahara Desert

• California

• Amazon Rainforest

What caused the diesel spill in the Arctic region?

• Earthquake

• Oil drilling

• Melting ice

• Volcanic eruption

What is the target temperature increase limit set by the Paris climate agreement?

• 1 degree Celsius

• 2 degrees Celsius

• 2.5 degrees Celsius

• 3 degrees Celsius

Which region experienced a heatwave with temperatures reaching 53 degrees Celsius?

• Antarctica

• Middle East

• South America

• Europe