Synopsis

Humanity has never possessed such abundance, advancement, or power. Yet, we are overwhelmed by the accelerating changes in our climate. The basic principle is straightforward: greenhouse gases capture solar energy and redistribute it within the atmosphere. This results in milder winters and more extreme summers; arid regions become drier, and humid areas wetter. Countless ecosystems face extinction as rising oceans inundate coastlines and the cities built upon them. So why isn’t it simpler to av