World climate report warns of growing risks to lives, economy and planet

A new report from the World Meteorological Organization delivers a stark warning: climate change is accelerating, with some impacts now irreversible for centuries. The State of the Global Climate report confirms global temperatures, greenhouse gas emissions and sea levels all reached record highs in 2024. 

The report, compiled with data from 101 countries and various scientific organizations, provides a comprehensive look at the state of the planet. Here are five key takeaways from the WMO's findings.