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In this thought-provoking episode of the Climate Emergency Forum, host Herb Simmens explores the critical question: "Climate Crisis 2024: Breaking Points." Joined by distinguished regular panelists Dr. Peter Carter and Paul Beckwith, the panel delves into the alarming state of our planet's climate system and the multiple breaking points we face.
This video was recorded on January 8th, 2025, and published on January 14th, 2025, and represents the opinions of the discussion participants.
Dr. Carter presents sobering data on atmospheric CO2 levels, global temperature increases, and the weakening of carbon sinks. He emphasizes that we are "beyond emergency" and highlights the urgent need for immediate action to reduce global emissions. Paul Beckwith discusses the acceleration of temperature rise, the impact of shipping fuel changes, and the contrasting climate policies of different nations, noting China's significant strides in renewable energy adoption.
The conversation touches on various critical issues, including the potential collapse of the Amazon rainforest, the reconfiguration of ocean currents, and the emotional toll of climate anxiety. The panel stresses the importance of international cooperation and political will in addressing these challenges. Despite the grim outlook, they remind viewers to maintain hope and take care of their mental health while working towards solutions.
Links:
- Climate change threatens global forest carbon sequestration, study finds
sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/01/240116131840.htm
- Global Warming in the Pipeline and Earth's Energy Imbalance (CEF Video)
youtu.be/KnDb_bznZvE?si=DTaNSMi0wilCudtf
- Annual Greenhouse Gas Index (AGGI)
gml.noaa.gov/aggi/aggi.html
- The Coming Carbon Tsunami: Developing Countries Need A New Growth Model—Before It’s Too Late
climategkc.org/the-coming-carbon-tsunami-developing-countries-need-a-new-growth-model-before-its-too-late
- China starts work on massive green project to power Beijing
rechargenews.com/energy-transition/china-starts-work-on-massive-green-project-to-power-beijing/2-1-1580195
- 2024 Forests Declaration Assessment
forestdeclaration.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2024ForestDeclarationAssessment.pdf
- Canada's wildfires blamed for rise in global loss of tree cover outside of tropics
cbc.ca/news/climate/tree-cover-canada-amazon-world-resources-institute-1.7162827
- State of the Cryosphere Report 2024
iccinet.org/statecryo24
Regular Panelists:
Dr. Peter Carter - MD, Expert IPCC Reviewer and the director of the Climate Emergency Institute
Paul Beckwith - Climate Systems Scientist. Professor at the University of Ottawa's Paleoclimatology Laboratory as well as at Carleton University
Guest Panelist and Host:
Herb Simmens - Author, Co-founder of the Healthy Planet Action Coalition (HPAC), Climate Emergency Board Member and former college instructor.
Video Production:
Charles Gregoire - Electrical Engineer, Webmaster and IT prime for FacingFuture.Earth & the Climate Emergency Forum; Climate Reality Leader
Heidi Brault - Video production and website assistant, Organizer and convener, Metadata technician, COP26 team lead for FacingFuture.Earth and the Climate Emergency Forum; BA (Psychology); Climate Reality Leader
Our Website:
climateemergencyforum.org
Support Our Work:
climateemergencyforum.org/donate.html
Attributions:
Background Music:
- Title: Through the City II
- Author: Crowander
- Source: crowander.com
Image and Video: climateemergencyforum.org/assets/attributions/2025/2025-01-14-climate-crisis-2024-breaking-points.html
In this thought-provoking episode of the Climate Emergency Forum, host Herb Simmens explores the critical question: "Climate Crisis 2024: Breaking Points." Joined by distinguished regular panelists Dr. Peter Carter and Paul Beckwith, the panel delves into the alarming state of our planet's climate system and the multiple breaking points we face.
This video was recorded on January 8th, 2025, and published on January 14th, 2025, and represents the opinions of the discussion participants.
Dr. Carter presents sobering data on atmospheric CO2 levels, global temperature increases, and the weakening of carbon sinks. He emphasizes that we are "beyond emergency" and highlights the urgent need for immediate action to reduce global emissions. Paul Beckwith discusses the acceleration of temperature rise, the impact of shipping fuel changes, and the contrasting climate policies of different nations, noting China's significant strides in renewable energy adoption.
The conversation touches on various critical issues, including the potential collapse of the Amazon rainforest, the reconfiguration of ocean currents, and the emotional toll of climate anxiety. The panel stresses the importance of international cooperation and political will in addressing these challenges. Despite the grim outlook, they remind viewers to maintain hope and take care of their mental health while working towards solutions.
Links:
- Climate change threatens global forest carbon sequestration, study finds
sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/01/240116131840.htm
- Global Warming in the Pipeline and Earth's Energy Imbalance (CEF Video)
youtu.be/KnDb_bznZvE?si=DTaNSMi0wilCudtf
- Annual Greenhouse Gas Index (AGGI)
gml.noaa.gov/aggi/aggi.html
- The Coming Carbon Tsunami: Developing Countries Need A New Growth Model—Before It’s Too Late
climategkc.org/the-coming-carbon-tsunami-developing-countries-need-a-new-growth-model-before-its-too-late
- China starts work on massive green project to power Beijing
rechargenews.com/energy-transition/china-starts-work-on-massive-green-project-to-power-beijing/2-1-1580195
- 2024 Forests Declaration Assessment
forestdeclaration.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2024ForestDeclarationAssessment.pdf
- Canada's wildfires blamed for rise in global loss of tree cover outside of tropics
cbc.ca/news/climate/tree-cover-canada-amazon-world-resources-institute-1.7162827
- State of the Cryosphere Report 2024
iccinet.org/statecryo24
Regular Panelists:
Dr. Peter Carter - MD, Expert IPCC Reviewer and the director of the Climate Emergency Institute
Paul Beckwith - Climate Systems Scientist. Professor at the University of Ottawa's Paleoclimatology Laboratory as well as at Carleton University
Guest Panelist and Host:
Herb Simmens - Author, Co-founder of the Healthy Planet Action Coalition (HPAC), Climate Emergency Board Member and former college instructor.
Video Production:
Charles Gregoire - Electrical Engineer, Webmaster and IT prime for FacingFuture.Earth & the Climate Emergency Forum; Climate Reality Leader
Heidi Brault - Video production and website assistant, Organizer and convener, Metadata technician, COP26 team lead for FacingFuture.Earth and the Climate Emergency Forum; BA (Psychology); Climate Reality Leader
Our Website:
climateemergencyforum.org
Support Our Work:
climateemergencyforum.org/donate.html
Attributions:
Background Music:
- Title: Through the City II
- Author: Crowander
- Source: crowander.com
Image and Video: climateemergencyforum.org/assets/attributions/2025/2025-01-14-climate-crisis-2024-breaking-points.html
