Global Temperature and Climate Trends Environment and Climate Change Canada: 2026 is shaping up to be one of the hottest years on record, with extreme weather events, policy shifts, and technological innovations highlighting the urgent global climate crisis. Forecasts suggest that 2026 will likely rank among the four hottest years on record, with global average temperatures projected between 1.35°C and 1.53°C above pre-industrial levels, and a 12% chance of surpassing the 1.5°C threshold set by the Paris Agreement. The Copernicus Climate Change Service reported that January 2026 was the fifth warmest month on record, despite severe cold waves in parts of Europe and North America, while the Southern Hemisphere experienced record-breaking heat that fueled wildfires. Oceans continue to absorb unprecedented amounts […]
Cuts to Foreign Aid Linked to Climate Change and Degradation
Trump’s efforts to shut down USAID will have major implications for climate USAID’s climate funding reaches around the world, from helping low-income countries build renewable energy to protecting ecosystems. Clawing […]