U.N. Weather Agency: Greenhouse Gases Reach New Record In 2021

The video discusses a UN report highlighting the failure of countries to meet climate change commitments, with only 26 out of 193 countries fulfilling their promises. Without significant emission cuts, the planet could warm by 2-3 degrees by the century's end, causing catastrophic impacts. While China and the US have made some progress, they still fall short of their goals. Health impacts from climate change are rising, with increased heat-related deaths and air pollution. Methane emissions are a major concern, with NASA using satellites to track leaks. The top 20 industrial countries are responsible for 80% of emissions, and despite some progress, political and local challenges hinder further action.

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