Researchers have predicted the collapse of the AMOC could happen any time between 2025 and 2095 — far sooner than previous predictions, although not all scientists are convinced.

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  • redtea@lemmygrad.ml
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    1 year ago

    but other scientists are not so sure.

    Is it just me who thinks we should act as if it is going to collapse soon, even if a few scientists aren’t sure?

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    TL;DR: New statistical model suggests that the AMOC (including gulf stream) could collapse to the much slower pattern by 2025 to 2095. This is a century earlier than previous predictions and the researchers were concerned. There is some questions on the accuracy of the model used, and that needs more research.

    Personally I don’t think we should wait for further testing to vet the model before acting. Try to do better now.