Climate change is not a distant threat, but a present reality from "summary" of The Uninhabitable Earth by David Wallace-Wells
The world is now experiencing the impacts of climate change, and they are not just projections for the future. The rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and disappearing ecosystems are all signs that the planet is already undergoing significant changes. The idea that climate change is a distant threat that can be dealt with later is no longer valid. We are living in a world where the effects of a warming climate are being felt in real-time. The evidence of climate change is all around us, from the melting ice caps in the Arctic to the devastating wildfires in Australia. These are not just isolated incidents but part of a larger pattern of environmental degradation caused by human activities. The scientific consensus on the reality of climate change is overwhelming, with experts warning that we are running out of time to prevent catastrophic consequences. The consequences of climate ...
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