greenhouse gasescarbon dioxideglobal warmingEmissions of the three major greenhouse gases: carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide reached historic highs last year despite global efforts to reduce dependency on fossil fuels.
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, emissions continued to surge last year to the highest sustained rate in over 65 years, indicating a long-term upward trend and contributing to significant global climatic changes. This rise in emissions occurred despite global policies and economic incentives aimed at reducing fossil fuel use.