Tipping Points
Scientists announce coral reefs have reached first climate tipping point
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A group of 160 scientists from 23 countries has declared that the widespread death of warm-water coral reefs marks Earth's first major tipping point due to climate change. This irreversible shift is driven by rising marine temperatures and ocean acidification, with half of the world's live coral cover lost in the past half century. While recovery is possible with urgent action, the report warns of escalating global risks if emissions continue unchecked.
Scientists declare first earth system tipping point crossed
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A new report warns that humanity has crossed the first critical Earth system tipping point with the widespread death of warm-water coral reefs. Released on October 13 by the University of Exeter and international collaborators, the study highlights risks of further irreversible changes as global temperatures exceed 1.5°C. Urgent action is needed to trigger positive tipping points like renewable energy adoption to avert cascading crises.