Atmospheric Greenhouse Gases Reach Historic Highs, Accelerating Climate Concerns
The World Meteorological Organization reports carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide concentrations have reached record levels. The global average CO2 concentration surged by 3.5 ppm from 2023 to 2024, the largest annual increase since modern measurements began in 1957.
Unprecedented Greenhouse Gas Levels
Atmospheric concentrations of major greenhouse gases have reached historic highs according to the latest World Meteorological Organization report, with carbon dioxide levels now at 423.9 parts per million. The report states this represents the highest level ever recorded since modern measurements began, indicating accelerating climate change trends that sources indicate could have far-reaching environmental consequences.