20% human methane emissions rise over two decades, exceeding pre-industrial levels, threatening climate goals.

Methane concentrations have surged in the past five years, with emissions from human activities rising 20% over the last two decades, according to the Global Carbon Project's Global Methane Budget. Methane is 2.6 times higher than pre-industrial levels, posing significant climate risks. This trend threatens the Global Methane Pledge to cut emissions by 30% by 2030 and underscores the need for a 45% reduction by 2050 to meet Paris Agreement targets.

September 10, 2024
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