CO₂ AR vs Climate Clock

When burning coal, oil and gas, carbon dioxide—also known as CO₂—is released into the atmosphere. To date, CO₂ emissions have risen dramatically. In the short industrial history of just 250 years, humans have increased the amount of CO₂ in the atmosphere by around 40 %. An alarming value unprecedented on Earth in the past four million years. Humankind has accumulated CO₂ and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere which has already increased average global temperature by one degree Celsius since 1750. Our app allows you to visualise the history of CO₂ emissions—and also the possible futures. By combining data from the Carbon Dioxide Information Analysis Center (CDIAC) and the baseline projections of CO₂ emissions by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK), we were able to visualize the CO₂ emissions from 1751 to 2100 on a highly detailed geographical level. The app also provides you with two possible CO₂ futures: one with a policy of measures against climate change—and one without.

The Most Important Numbers in the World: The Climate Clock melds art, science, technology, and grassroots organizing to get 
the world to #ActInTime. Stay informed with lifelines, the climate clock, and the latest hopeful news updates on the climate clock. Stay informed about positive progress in fighting climate change. Countdown to when our carbon budget is exhausted. Track world’s energy from 
renewables. Use our widgets to stay informed and take action! Add them to your widget stack and watch faces. Quickly access the Action Clock to show the deadline 
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