How much have global surface temperatures risen since pre-industrial times?
Global surface temperatures have risen by about 1.1 degrees Celsius since pre-industrial times.
Questions about Effects of climate change
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When did heatwaves over land become more frequent and intense?
Heatwaves over land have become more frequent and intense since the 1950s.
What percentage of Earth's excess heat do oceans absorb due to global warming?
Oceans have taken up almost 90% of the excess heat accumulated on Earth due to global warming.
Which year did a study conclude the Amazon ecosystem could begin collapsing around 2021?
A 2019 study concluded the ecosystem could begin a 50-year collapse to savanna around 2021.
How many people lived outside their human temperature niche as of May 2023?
As of May 2023, 60 million people lived outside their human temperature niche.