Earth’s energy balance is steadily deteriorating. Compared with the energy the planet receives from the Sun, Earth is able to release less energy back into space. As a result, excess heat is accumulating in the atmosphere, oceans and land. According to a report published by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on November 6, 2026, Earth’s energy imbalance has reached its highest level since monitoring began. The situation is increasing the risk of global temperature rise and extreme weather events.
According to scientists, the biggest reason for this imbalance is the rising concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Gases such as carbon dioxide and methane trap part of the heat emitted by Earth. Because of this, additional energy continues to accumulate in the planet. Changes in the reflectivity of clouds, ice and the sea surface are also influencing this process.
Oceans are absorbing about 90 percent of this excess heat. This is raising sea temperatures and making marine heatwave events more severe. Warming oceans are expected to increase sea levels, affect marine ecosystems and heighten risks for coastal areas.
The impact of the energy imbalance is not limited to temperature alone. It can increase the risk of glacier melting, sea-level rise, changes in rainfall patterns, and events such as heatwaves, floods and powerful storms.
Experts believe that to deal with this challenge, it is essential to rapidly cut greenhouse gas emissions, promote clean energy and strengthen scientific systems for climate monitoring.
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