Planet's Heat Imbalance Hits Record High as Oceans Absorb Most Warming
The World Meteorological Organization warns that Earth's energy imbalance has reached a record high, with about 91% of excess heat absorbed by the oceans, driving unprecedented ocean warming and higher surface temperatures. The period 2015–2025 was the hottest on record, and a shift from La Niña to El Niño could push temperatures even higher, underscoring the urgent need for climate action.