The amount of carbon dioxide (CO₂) in the Earth’s air has reached a very high and dangerous level — 430.2 parts per million (ppm). This is the highest it has been in millions of years.
This measurement was taken in Hawaii at a famous climate observatory called Mauna Loa, which carefully tracks air pollution levels. In just one year, CO₂ levels have increased by 3.5 ppm.
Scientists say this rise is mainly caused by people using fossil fuels like petrol, diesel, coal, and gas. These fuels release CO₂ into the air when burned.
Experts are warning that this new data shows the world is not doing enough to stop climate change, and we are moving further away from the promises made to protect the environment.
The amount of carbon dioxide (CO₂) in the air is increasing very fast, and this is making the Earth’s weather more extreme.
Because of this, the world is facing more heatwaves, long dry periods, heavy rains, and floods. These problems are happening more often and getting worse.
CO₂ is also harming the oceans by making the water more acidic. This is dangerous for sea animals like corals, shellfish, and plankton because it makes it hard for them to build their shells. If this continues, many ocean creatures and ecosystems could be in danger.
A special center in Hawaii measures CO₂ levels and gives scientists important data. While some places in the world show slightly different numbers due to seasons, the overall global situation is serious.
Scientists hope this new data will push world leaders to take stronger steps at the upcoming climate meeting (COP30).
