The Threat from Thwaites - The Retreat of Antarctica's Riskiest Glacier
Offered By: AGU via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the critical issue of Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier in this hour-long press conference from the American Geophysical Union's 2021 Fall Meeting. Delve into the rapid changes occurring in the world's largest fast-changing glacier, including its thinning, retreat, and doubled speed over the past five decades. Learn about the potential global impact of Thwaites Glacier's melting, which could raise sea levels by nearly 10 feet and endanger millions living in coastal cities. Join experts from the International Thwaites Glacier Collaboration as they address crucial questions about the glacier's weakening, the timeline for its potential collapse, and possible mitigation strategies. Gain insights from a panel of distinguished scientists representing various institutions, who share their research and perspectives on this pressing environmental concern.
Syllabus
#AGU21 Press Conference: The Threat from Thwaites: The retreat of Antarctica’s riskiest glacier
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