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CO2 reaches record levels, highest in millions of years

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climate changeJune 5, 2025 4:00 am

CO2 reaches record levels, highest in millions of years

New data from UCSD and the Scripps Institute shows a record-high concentration of CO2, rising faster than ever. Meteorologist Chase Cain talks with the lead scientist about the acceleration of climate change and the future of this critical data.

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