World at risk of heading towards irreversible 'hothouse' state

Some parts of earth are at risk of becoming uninhabitable, with global average temperatures up to five degrees Celsius higher than pre-industrial levels, a new study warns.

The planet urgently needs to transition to a green economy because fossil fuel pollution risks pushing the Earth into a lasting and dangerous "hothouse" state, researchers warned on Monday.

You can also read full English article on SBS News website by clicking/tapping here.


Share
1 min read

Published

Updated

By SBS-AFP
Presented by Tinrawat Banyat
Source: AFP, SBS

Share this with family and friends


Follow SBS Thai

Download our apps
SBS Audio
SBS On Demand

Listen to our podcasts
Independent news and stories connecting you to life in Australia and Thai-speaking Australians.
Understand the quirky parts of Aussie life.
Get the latest with our exclusive in-language podcasts on your favourite podcast apps.

Watch on SBS
Thai News

Thai News

Watch in onDemand