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science1 year ago

"Modeling Study Suggests Geoengineering Could Slow Greenland Ice Sheet Loss"

A modeling study led by an international team of researchers has found that a geoengineering technique called stratospheric aerosol injection (SAI) could potentially slow down the loss of the Greenland Ice Sheet. The study simulated the effects of SAI on ice sheet melting and found that under the scenario involving SAI, ice loss from the Greenland Ice Sheet would be limited, potentially reducing sea-level rise. However, the researchers caution that geoengineering is a highly contentious topic and may only address the symptoms of global warming without tackling the root causes, with unpredictable positive and negative outcomes.

earth-and-environment2 years ago

"The Future: A Supercontinent Formation Threatens Mammals' Existence"

A modeling study predicts that in 250 million years, a supercontinent called Pangea Ultima will form, resulting in extreme temperatures that will make the new landmass uninhabitable for mammals, including humans. The study suggests that increased volcanism and a hotter sun will lead to drastic temperature increases, creating a hostile environment devoid of food and water sources. Only a small portion of the supercontinent's land mass is expected to remain habitable. The findings highlight the potential impact of natural processes on Earth's climate in the distant future and the limitations of mammalian adaptation to extreme heat.