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Climate crisis: UN calls for a swift return below 1.5 degrees

A UN study emphasizes that a temporary breach of the 1.5-degree mark is unavoidable, but a prompt return below this threshold is necessary.

2 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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According to a recent report from the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), it will not be possible to limit human-caused global warming to 1.5 degrees. The study highlights that it is now crucial to take advantage of the opportunity for a temporary overshoot.

Experts warn that the risks and impacts of the climate crisis increase with every additional degree and with each passing year of rising temperatures. The report titled "Limiting Overshoot" describes the necessity of quickly capping global warming.

The report indicates that the Earth is currently on a path that could lead to a temperature increase of about 2.6 degrees. This forecast underscores the urgency of taking countermeasures to avoid an even more severe climate crisis.

It is emphasized that a temporary breach of the 1.5-degree mark is now unavoidable. The UN Environment Programme recommends that a return below this threshold must occur as soon as possible.

Experts urge governments and decision-makers to take immediate action to reduce emissions, thereby mitigating the dangers of further warming.

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