#AMoC

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Scientists this week warn that the collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Current (aka AMOC, contains the Gulf Stream) is closer than they previously predicted, as early as 2025.

This is bad and will lead to ripples in climate, weather patterns, local "normal" temperatures, storm severity, ocean oxygenation and fishery productivity (hello phrase "fish die-offs" 😭), and sea level that will disrupt life as we know it and cannot be reversed in this century or maybe (likely) for centuries to come.

(You can check the Wikipedia page for more information.).

Scream at someone about this.

Go here -- https://www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ -- or here -- https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials. Start typing. Feel free to use the template I'm putting under the "read more." Press send. Repeat if you have the energy. Ily if you do it even once. Thank you, and keep fighting the good fight!

Dear <NAME OF OFFICIAL>,

<OPTIONAL SENTENCE OR TWO TO INTRODUCE YOURSELF. Say why climate change matters to you. Say if you're frightened. Say if you're depressed. Say if you're anxious. Make it personal.>

This week a study was released (https://www.cnn.com/2023/07/25/world/gulf-stream-atlantic-current-collapse-climate-scn-intl/index.html, https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-023-39810-w) showing that the collapse of the Atlantic meridional overturning circulation is far closer than scientists had previously thought. When this current stops, it will have far-reaching impacts on sea level, weather, storm patterns, and fishery production that will be irreversible for a century or far longer.

I am deeply worried about the future. We need climate change ACTION now, not just voluntary incentive programs. Please take action to improve our electrical grid, transition our power plants to clean fuels, transition to clean modes of transportation, and tax carbon emissions.

Sincerely,

<YOUR NAME HERE>

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How the Rapidly Approaching AMOC Shutdown will Completely Change our Lives

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Amoc, Niki Rasmus, Heidi Gauriloff - Čuđeh (Inari Sami)

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IMPACTS of Earth Tipping Points on Societal Breakdown, Radicalization, Polarization, Anomie, Wars…

In recent videos I have discussed the major Earth System Tipping Points that we are fast approaching.

Here, I chat about how these nonlinear climate changes are likely to impact society. In fact climate change is already having profound impacts to human societies and is decreasing our resilience and even agency to respond.

Already, we are seeing increased societal breakdowns, social unrest, more conflicts, radicalization and polarization, and overall dysfunction and “anomie”. Anomie is an old sociological term for individuals losing interest and touch and connection with their communities.

For example, people living in high-rise buildings often don’t care about or even know anybody in their buildings, even next door neighbours.

As climate change accelerates rapidly, we are losing our window to respond in any meaningful way.

I discuss various case studies of interactions and connections between climate, physical changes, societal impacts, and effects for:

- AMOC collapse

- coral reef collapse

- Lake Chad drying up

- Amazon Rainforest Collapse

- Arab Spring

Basically, we are all connected. Nothing happens in a vacuum. Cascading domino like effects are all around us.

Please donates to http://PaulBeckwith.net to support my research and videos connecting the dots on abrupt climate system mayhem.

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Some of the consequences of Amoc collapse.

Sea levels in the Atlantic would rise by a metre in some regions, inundating many coastal cities.

The wet and dry seasons in the Amazon would flip, potentially pushing the already weakened rainforest past its own tipping point.

Temperatures around the world would fluctuate far more erratically.

The southern hemisphere would become warmer.

Europe would cool dramatically and have less rainfall.

While this might sound appealing compared with the current heating trend, the changes would hit 10 times faster than now, making adaptation almost impossible.

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Not Good

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El sistema complejo de corrientes oceánicas, conocido como la circulación de vuelco meridional del Atlántico o AMOC, podría colapsar a mediados de este siglo debido al calentamiento global, según revelaron los científicos. Lee la preocupante noticia aquí 👇

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I like this album:

the language is Inari Sámi, which I don't speak, so I don't know what the lyrics mean, but musically it's so cool.

I found this translation/interpretation thing.

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Live performance of Cassandra Miller’s gorgeous quartet About Bach from Ojai Festival with AMOC* - Keir GoGwilt and Miranda Cuckson, violins; Carrie Frey, viola; Coleman Itzkoff, cello. 

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Atlantic Ocean circulation nearing ‘devastating’ tipping point, study finds

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On the Rise: The Latest Probability for an AMOC Collapse is Shocking

Please donate to http://PaulBeckwith.net to support my research and videos joining the dots for abrupt climate system mayhem.

Bottom line of latest AMOC paper:

The collapse time is estimated between 2037-2064 (10-90% CI) with a mean of 2050 and the probability of an AMOC collapse before the year 2050 is estimated to be 59 +/- 17%.

I chat about this new peer-reviewed paper titled:

“Probability Estimates of a 21st Century AMOC Collapse”

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Currents of Change — Part 1: Beyond the Waves: The Ocean in Constant Motion

When people think of the ocean, they often picture waves rolling onto the beach. But beneath the surface, the ocean is a powerful, dynamic force, constantly in motion in ways we rarely see. Two of the most important players shaping our world’s climate are the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) and the Gulf Stream — and they don’t just move water, they impact weather, ecosystems, and economies.

What is the AMOC?

The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) is a massive system of ocean currents that works much like a conveyor belt, moving warm water from the tropics up to the North Atlantic. This warm water travels via the Gulf Stream, which flows along the eastern coast of the United States before crossing the Atlantic. When it reaches colder northern waters, the warm water cools, sinks, and flows back south at deeper levels. This cycle, moving both warm and cold water, helps regulate global temperatures, particularly in Europe and North America.

Without the AMOC, the UK and Ireland wouldn’t just be experiencing cooler winters — they would be facing climates similar to those much further north. The AMOC is a major reason Europe enjoys relatively mild winters for its latitude.

The AMOC’s VIP Treatment: Why Europe Has It Easier Than Canada

The AMOC provides what could be described as climate “VIP treatment” to parts of Europe, especially the UK and Ireland. The Gulf Stream, a critical part of the AMOC, transports warm water from the tropics to the North Atlantic, making winters in places like London far more pleasant than their counterparts at similar latitudes.

Let’s take a lighthearted look at this: London sits at about the same latitude as Calgary, Alberta, yet the experiences of these cities during winter couldn’t be more different. While Londoners debate whether they need a jacket, Calgarians are layering up to survive icy temperatures. Similarly, Dublin, Ireland, with its occasional rainy days, benefits from the Gulf Stream’s warmth, while St. John’s, Newfoundland, experiences a much harsher, frostier reality — despite sitting at nearly the same latitude.

So why is Europe getting all this warm love from the ocean, while Canada’s left out in the cold? The AMOC’s warm tropical waters act like a blanket for Western Europe, protecting it from the freezing conditions its Canadian counterparts endure. Without the AMOC, much of Europe would feel like the Arctic tundra!

How Do These Currents Shape the Environment?

The AMOC and Gulf Stream don’t just impact the climate — they shape marine ecosystems and even influence industries. These currents support rich biodiversity, helping transport nutrients and providing suitable conditions for a variety of marine species. They also moderate weather patterns, supporting agriculture, tourism, and fishing industries.

In Europe, the warmth delivered by the AMOC allows for longer growing seasons and more temperate weather, supporting a range of economic activities that would be much harder to sustain in colder climates. Meanwhile, in North America, the Gulf Stream plays a key role in stabilizing weather and marine life along the eastern seaboard.

Why Are These Currents So Important?

While waves are the most visible sign of ocean movement, the slow, steady flow of the AMOC and Gulf Stream is what really drives climate and environmental stability. These currents regulate global temperatures, support marine ecosystems, and even help determine how we live and work. If they were to slow down or stop, the impacts would be catastrophic — particularly for Europe and the North Atlantic.

But for now, the AMOC keeps moving, quietly ensuring that winter in London isn’t quite like winter in Calgary. And as we continue this series, we’ll explore more about how even small changes in these currents could have profound impacts on our world.

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Ocean Currents Defy Expectations: Holding Strong Amid Predicted Slowdowns

In the realm of climate science, predictions of future changes often lean toward the dire. But saying that key ocean currents are holding strong despite anticipated slowdowns brings a surprising twist to the narrative. This phenomenon reveals the intricate and often unpredictable ways in which our planet responds to climate change. A Closer Look at Ocean Current Stability Strength Amidst Slowdown…

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Unpredicted Cooling of Atlantic Ocean - What are Consequences in North America & Europe

The Atlantic Ocean, a crucial player in regulating global climate patterns, is currently experiencing a baffling and unprecedented cooling trend. While the global climate crisis has predominantly led to rising temperatures, especially in the oceans, the dramatic drop in temperature in specific Atlantic regions has both astonished and alarmed scientists. This unexpected cooling, occurring while…