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How much greenhouse gas will be emitted globally in 2050 in gigatonnes of CO₂ equivalent?

Current estimate

41.5 Gt CO₂e

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Authors:

NMorrison ramble

Opened:

Jul 11, 2023

Closes:

Jan 1, 2051

Scheduled resolution:

Jan 2, 2051

Spot Scoring Time:

Jul 13, 2023

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