22/34 planetary vital signs hit records in 2024. Fewer aerosols and melting ice reduce Earth's albedo, amplifying warming. Ocean heat and ice loss reached record highs in 2024. Coral bleaching and fire losses surged 370% in 2024. Tree cover loss reached 29.6 million hectares in 2024. Renewable energy growth could curb emissions but delays increase risks. Crossing tipping points may push Earth into a self-sustaining hothouse by 2100