The recent record rise in Earth's temperature is primarily due to greenhouse gas emissions from human activities. As greenhouse gases increase in the atmosphere, the effect of trapping the Earth's heat is enhanced, leading to a rise in temperature. This is identified as a major cause of global warming and climate change.

Main Causes

1. Combustion of Fossil Fuels:

   • The burning of fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas releases greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O) into the atmosphere. These gases trap heat in the atmosphere, raising the Earth's temperature. Particularly, the use of fossil fuels has surged since the Industrial Revolution, accelerating the rise in temperature.

2. Deforestation:

   • Deforestation and logging reduce the ability to absorb carbon dioxide. Trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, but when trees are cut down, carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere. Additionally, wildfires are another major factor that releases large amounts of carbon dioxide from forests.

3. Agriculture:

   • Agriculture also emits methane and nitrous oxide. Methane is produced during the digestion process of livestock, and the use of fertilizers releases nitrous oxide. These gases have a strong impact on global warming.

4. Industrialization and Urbanization:

   • Industrialization and urbanization have led to a rapid increase in the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Traffic and factory emissions in urban and industrial areas are major causes, resulting in large-scale carbon emissions.

5. Transportation:

   • Exhaust gases from transportation means such as cars, airplanes, and ships are major sources of greenhouse gas emissions. In particular, the surge in the number of cars has significantly increased the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

Scientific Evidence

• Temperature Rise: Since the 1880s, the average temperature of the Earth has risen by about 1 degree Celsius, which is significantly higher compared to pre-industrial climate.
• Polar Temperature Changes: The Arctic and Antarctic regions are warming faster than other areas. This is causing glacial melting and rising sea levels.

The main reason for the recent record rise in temperature is greenhouse gas emissions from human activities. In particular, the combined effects of fossil fuel use, deforestation, agriculture, and industrialization are accelerating the rise in Earth's temperature. To address this, global efforts such as reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to clean energy are necessary.