A move to make ship fuel cleaner in 2020 had an unexpected effect – it helped push global temperatures to record highs in 2023, according to new research from Cornell University. The change reduced air pollution from ships but also decreased clouds over the oceans that normally help keep Earth cool. It’s like removing a shade that was partially blocking the sun’s heat. “Climate scientists were saying this is essentially impossible, that it is bonkers to see such a jump all at once,” said Daniele Visioni, who led the research at Cornell University. “People were saying, ‘Climate change is suddenly … Continue reading Cleaner Ship Fuels Tied to 0.08°C Global Temperature Rise in 2023 Due to Reduced Ocean Cloud Cover