Climate Facts: Weather warning systems can deliver 10 times more benefits, says World Bank

The complexities of climate change and its associated jargon can prove difficult to digest. TheCable’s climate quick facts will help to demystify these climate concepts through easy-to-understand and straight-to-the-point explanations.

Here are some to keep at the tip of your fingers:

The United Nations climate action says countries that emit the least gases only generate as little as 3 percent of all global emissions, while 10 of the largest emitters contribute 68 percent of total emissions.

• The organisation said replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy will dramatically reduce carbon emissions.

The United Nations Environment programme (UNEP) says methane, a green house gas, is responsible for more than 25 percent of global warming. 

The World Bank says adequate weather data and early warning systems can deliver benefits up to 10 times the initial cost. Global access to early warning systems can also reduce physical damage and economic losses.