AI Predicts 50% Chance of 2°C Warming Despite Net-Zero Goals

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Stanford-CSU study forecasts record temperatures this century despite meeting net-zero emission goals by 2050.

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AI climate modeling system predicts 50% chance of global warming surpassing 2 degrees Celsius, challenging Paris Agreement targets.

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South Asia, Mediterranean, Central Europe face potential 3°C temperature spike by 2060 under rising emissions scenario.

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Net-zero achievement by 2050s carries 90% probability of hottest year reaching 1.8°C above pre-industrial levels.

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Slow emission reduction path to 2100 net-zero brings 90% risk of 3°C temperature rise above pre-industrial baseline.

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Regional temperature anomalies could triple 2023's records if emissions reduction pace remains inadequate.

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Current climate finance allocation shows heavy bias toward emission reduction over adaptation strategies.

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AI learns from existing climate models while refining predictions through real-world temperature observations.

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Experts stress urgent need for balanced investment between decarbonization and adaptation measures.

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