2026 fossil CO2 dip projected from Iran war and renewables, but overall emissions rise

Scientists project a slight decline in fossil-fuel CO2 emissions in 2026, driven by a US-Iran war reducing fuel consumption and continued renewable expansion. However, total emissions are still expected to rise, and global temperature increase continues. The report underscores that any reduction is marginal and not a climate breakthrough.

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