Published in BioScience · View the paper (DOI)
A report by Oregon State University and international scientists reveals that the Earth's vital signs have worsened, with 16 of 35 planetary indicators at record extremes. This includes increasing frequency of extreme heat events, rising global tree cover loss, and a greater prevalence of the mosquito-borne dengue virus.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Report by OSU, international scientists says Earth is ‘unequivocally’ in midst of climate emergency Oregon State University · Oct 26, 2022 · first to report
- Scientists warn in report that climate change has pushed Earth to “code red” American Institute of Biological Sciences · Oct 26, 2022