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science-and-astronomy2 years ago•3 min saved

"The Methane Time Bomb: Is Earth on the Brink of Catastrophe?"

A significant increase in atmospheric methane over the past 16 years could indicate a potential climate flip within decades, similar to termination events that ended ice ages. Researchers have linked the spike in methane emissions to tropical wetlands, which could trigger warming and transform icy tundra into tropical savanna. While the evidence is inconclusive, the scale of such a climate shift is worth considering. Regardless, addressing methane emissions should be a priority to mitigate the potential impacts of climate change.

via Space.com|

#climate-change #global-warming #ice-age

climate-change2 years ago•3 min saved

"Unveiling the Methane-Fueled 'Termination' Event: Could it End the Ice Age?"

A significant increase in atmospheric methane over the past 16 years could indicate a potential climate flip within decades, similar to termination events that ended ice ages. Researchers have linked the spike in methane emissions to tropical wetlands, predominantly in Africa, where human-caused climate change has led to larger wetlands and increased plant growth, resulting in more methane production. While the evidence is inconclusive, the scale of such a climate shift is worth considering, as past terminations have transformed icy tundra into tropical grasslands. Regardless, addressing methane emissions should be a priority, including efforts to plug gas leaks and reduce emissions from manure, landfills, and crop waste.

via Livescience.com|

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climate-change2 years ago•3 min saved

"Unveiling the Methane-Fueled 'Termination' Event: Could it End the Ice Age?"

A significant increase in atmospheric methane over the past 16 years may indicate that Earth's climate could undergo a rapid flip within decades, similar to termination events that ended ice ages. Researchers have linked the spike in methane emissions to large amounts of the gas being released from tropical wetlands, likely due to a "significant change" in tropical weather caused by human-induced climate change. While the evidence is inconclusive, the scale of such a climate shift is worth considering, as past terminations have transformed icy tundra into tropical grasslands. Regardless, addressing methane emissions should be a priority to mitigate the potential impacts.

via Yahoo Life|

#climate-change #ice-age #methane