A recent study published in Science has linked last year’s record ocean temperatures to a decrease in low-level clouds, which enhances Earth’s sunlight absorption. Researchers noted that since the 1970s, the planet’s albedo has declined due to melting ice and changes in cloud formation. The authors warn of a potential feedback loop where climate change further reduces low clouds, exacerbating global warming. This finding suggests that future temperature increase predictions may be underestimated.