Climate change has been a global issue for many years and numerous nations have put agreements in place aiming to lower carbon (CO2) emissions and global temperatures. However, throughout the years climate change levels have continued to rise and are now at a new, concerning level. The detailed global analysis shows that 2016 was not only the warmest year to date, but it also saw an alarming atmospheric CO2 increase.
The crack in Larsen C runs through the eastern side of the Antarctic Peninsula. If the crack is to spread just 20 km more an iceberg quarter the size of of Wales will break away and melt in the Weddell Sea.
With the likes of Costa Rica and Cape Verde living on 100% renewable energy, many more nations want to follow in their footsteps. 43 of the world’s most disadvantaged countries have pledged to make this transition between 2030 and 2050.
