Change is the only constant. This axiom holds true for
climate change as well.
There is no reason to be anxious with gradually changing
climate. This has been the case on this planet since the origin of life.
However, what should be of concern is the rate at which climate changes.
Consider Earth as a kettle of water with living organisms
swimming in it. If the kettle starts warming to reach
boiling point asymptotically in time, the life forms will adapt and evolve to
survive in warmer waters. However, if the kettle starts warming to reach boiling
point in a short span of time, the medium (water) will get sterilized. (Relate
with the concept of pasteurization of milk).
This uni-directional rate of change and its dependence on
economic indicators is the matter of concern. The latter makes it more difficult
to find a solution.
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