Climate
2026 is forecast to be the hottest year on record as COP31 opens.
Berkeley Earth puts the forecast at 95% confidence, with El Niño and fossil-fuel CO2 driving temperatures.
“Countries are gathering in Antalya, Turkey, for the annual U.N. climate conference. Many are frustrated with the lack of focus on fossil fuels, the main driver of climate change.”
U.N. climate talks begin with three key points, noting frustration over fossil fuel emphasis.
“Scientists predict 2026 hottest year on record as climate talks begin”
NPR publishes the article.
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Grouped with BBC’s report as story 4.
The Brief ranks it 4th.
Berkeley Earth puts the forecast at 95% confidence, with El Niño and fossil-fuel CO2 driving temperatures.