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Ozone's Warming Impact Surges: 40% More by 2050
8/22/2025
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Story summary
- A University of Reading study indicates ozone may contribute 40% more warming due to air pollution.
- Ozone is projected to add 0.27 Wm-2 of warming from 2015 to 2050, becoming the second largest climate driver after carbon dioxide.
- Recovery of the ozone layer could offset some climate benefits.
- Protecting the ozone layer is essential for health by blocking harmful UV radiation.
- Climate policies should adapt to ozone's increased warming impact.
