Cleaner Ship Emissions Linked to Unexpected Global Warming Spike

A significant reduction in sulphur emissions from global shipping in 2020 has inadvertently accelerated global warming by doubling the rate of heating, according to new research. The cut in pollution, which previously helped block sunlight and form clouds, has led to an estimated 0.16°C rise in global temperatures over seven years. This "termination shock" reveals both the potential and risks of geoengineering as a temporary measure to cool the Earth, highlighting the need for further research and the importance of addressing the root cause of global warming: fossil fuel emissions.