January-September 2024 was 1.54±0.13°C above the pre-industrial average.
Following a prolonged La Niña, which is typically associated with a temporary reduction in global temperatures, from late 2020 to the early months of 2023, a strong El Nino event boosted global temperature to record observed levels later in 2023 and through 2024. For 16 consecutive months (June 2023 to September 2024), the global mean exceeded anything recorded before 2023 and often by a wide margin. 2023 and 2024 will be the two warmest years on record, with the latter being on track to be the warmest, making the past 10 years, 2015 to 2024, the warmest ten years in the 175-year observational record.
Vegetarianism plays a significant role in addressing global warming by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The livestock industry is a major contributor to climate change, responsible for a large share of methane and nitrous oxide emissions, which are more potent than carbon dioxide. By shifting to a plant-based diet, individuals can lower the demand for meat and dairy, thereby decreasing the environmental impact associated with animal farming. Additionally, plant-based agriculture generally requires less land, water, and energy, further mitigating deforestation, habitat loss, and resource depletion. Adopting vegetarianism can thus contribute to a more sustainable and climate-resilient food system, helping to combat global warming.
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