Data from the Climate Central group of scientists analysed by Guardian journalists shows that 3C of global warming would ultimately lock in irreversible sea-level rises of perhaps two metres. Show Hide Why are we talking about a 3C world? The Guardian has found, however, that local preparations for a 3C world are as patchy as international efforts to prevent it from happening. In Rio de Janeiro, a 3C rise would flood famous beaches such as Copacabana, the waterfront domestic airport, and many of the sites for last year’s Olympics. “We’re conscious that climate change is happening and perhaps faster than expected so we are trying to mitigate and adapt to protect people and property.

Source: The Guardian November 03, 2017 06:45 UTC