We are witnessing the end of natural systems from "summary" of The End of Nature by Bill McKibben
The world as we know it is changing rapidly, and not for the better. We are no longer simply observers of nature; we are actively shaping and altering it in ways that are unprecedented in human history. The very concept of "natural systems" is becoming obsolete as human activity continues to exert a profound influence on the environment. Our actions, from burning fossil fuels to clearing forests, are disrupting the delicate balance of natural systems that have evolved over millennia. The consequences of this disruption are far-reaching and potentially catastrophic. We are seeing the effects of our actions in the form of extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and the loss of biodiversity. The idea of nature as a separate and pristine entity untouched by human hands is no longer tenable. We have become a force of nature in our own right, with the power to reshape the world in ways that were once unimaginable. The very...
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