Five Degrees of Ruination: Scientists Forecast Dramatic Temp Increase

Five Degrees of Ruination: Scientists Forecast Dramatic Temp Increase

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The planet must not be allowed to warm beyond 2 degrees Celsius, according to the official targets at the Climate Change Conference in Doha. But a new study shows the goal is far from realistic. Current human activity is set to increase the temperature by some 5 degrees, and the consequences will be dire, scientists warn.