The years 2001 to 2012 represents 12 of the 14 warmest years globally in the 133 period of record. 2010 - 2012 mark the 34 th, 35 th, and 36 th consecutive.
Climate Action EU Roadmap for moving to a competitive low carbon economy in 2050 2 July 2012 Artur Runge-Metzger Director, DG CLIMA.