The Tipping Points of Climate Change and Where We Stand

Watch a thought-provoking TED Talk by climate impact scholar Johan Rockström as he presents the most current scientific assessment of Earth's climate situation. Gain insights into the state of the planet halfway through the 2020s, a critical decade for climate action. Explore the concept of planetary boundaries, understand the risks of tipping points, and learn about the impacts of climate change across various sectors. Discover the challenges we face, including energy imbalances and changes in land and ocean systems. Hear Rockström's urgent messages about the need to "buckle up" and respect planetary boundaries. Understand the linear nature of climate change and the solutions proposed to preserve Earth's resilience to human pressure. This 19-minute talk offers a comprehensive overview of where we stand in the climate crisis and what actions are necessary to safeguard our planet's future.

Intro
Planetary Boundary Framework
Impacts across the economy
Higher climate change risks
Buffering capacity
Land
Ocean
Energy imbalance
Risk of tipping
Tipping points
The proof
The danger zone
Avoiding tipping points
Message 1 Buckle up
Message 2 Planetary Boundaries
The Challenge
Linear Change
Solutions
Our Choice