The open letter, spearheaded by renowned climatologist Michael Mann from the University of Pennsylvania, emphasizes that the risks associated with the weakening of ocean circulation have been greatly underestimated. These scientists warn that current climate models may not fully capture the complexity and potential rapidity of an AMOC collapse, highlighting a dire need for immediate action to prevent devastating climate consequences that could impact global systems for centuries.
The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) functions as a colossal oceanic conveyor belt, crucial for maintaining temperature balance and weather patterns across the Northern Hemisphere. However, recent studies indicate that it is slowing down at an alarming rate due to global warming, approaching a tipping point. If this system were to collapse, the consequences would be catastrophic, leading to extreme weather, significant cooling, and ecosystem disruption across multiple regions.
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