Friday, 11 October 2024

Earth's 'Vital Signs' Move Into the Red Zone

Record 'greenhouse gas' emissions, are followed by consequent global increases in ambient temperatures. For example, 50 degree Centigrade heatwaves now commonly occur in India. This extra global heat energy also boosts the power of hurricanes and other storms. Around 200,000 people are added to the world population each day. They are accompanied, every 24 hours, by circa 170,000 new cattle and sheep. Climate scientists regard these measures as the Earth's vital signs. They are a clear indication of the planet's 'health' (https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/oct/08/earths-vital-signs-show-humanitys-future-in-balance-say-climate-experts). These flashing warning vital signs, suggest that societal collapse is now a distinct possibility. Perhaps folk will start to think about the consequences of their actions? Or, maybe, we are too entrenched to ever change?

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