We're in uncharted territory for the world's climate, UN says

Report sets out heatwaves, wildfires, droughts and floods that have wreaked havoc this yearThe climate crisis has driven the planet into "uncharted territory", with far-reaching repercussions for today's and future generations, according to the UN World Meteorological Organization. It said the Cop26 summit, which started on Sunday, is a "make-or-break opportunity to put us back on track".The WMO's State of the Global Climate report shows that the last seven years are the hottest seven years on record, with accelerating sea level rise hitting new heights in 2021. The report sets out the heatwaves, wildfires, droughts and floods that have wreaked havoc across the planet this year and is intended to inform Cop26 negotiations. Continue reading...