The Thwaites Glacier, vital to global sea levels, may melt faster than expected due to warm seawater intrusion, prompting discussions about monumental geoengineering interventions.
Researchers found that high tides are lifting the Thwaites, exposing its vulnerable underbelly to warm seawater, which exacerbates melting and could lead to significant sea level rises.
John Moore emphasizes the urgency in understanding the Thwaites Glacier's future, suggesting that it could take 15 to 30 years to ascertain viable interventions.
Despite differences in projected timelines, there's agreement that the Thwaites Glacier will eventually fully disappear, necessitating consideration of drastic geoengineering solutions.
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