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Oceans, covering more than 70% of Earth’s surface, play a vital role in regulating the climate by absorbing heat and carbon dioxide. Now research shows oceans have warmed by more than 1.5 °C since the beginning of the industrial era, challenging previous estimates and emphasizing the urgency of global action.

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Deng, W. Ocean warming and warning. Nat. Clim. Chang. 14, 118–119 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41558-023-01921-z
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