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Using Generative Art to Convey Past and Future Climate Transitions
Published on: March 31, 2023
We need both natural and energy solutions to stabilize our climate
Bronson W Griscom1, Guy Lomax1, Timm Kroeger1
1The Nature Conservancy, Arlington, Virginia.
Abstract:
We respond to concerns raised by Baldocchi and Penuelas who question the potential for ecosystems to provide carbon sinks and storage, and conclude that we should focus on decarbonizing our energy systems. While we agree with many of their concerns, we arrive at a different conclusion: we need strong action to advance both clean energy solutions and natural climate solutions (NCS) if we are to stabilize warming well below 2°C. Cost-effective NCS can deliver 11.3 PgCO2 e yr-1 or ~30% of near-term climate mitigation needs through protection, improved management, and restoration of ecosystems, as we increase overall ambition.
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