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SALT LAKE CITY, UT (krcl) – Once considered heresy amongst the scientific community, geo-engineering is now being seriously considered to alleviate the worst conditions of climate change. So-called “planet hacking” includes radical new ways to manipulate the earth’s temperature, include spraying sun-reflective pollution over the Middle East and growing carbon absorbing algae blooms in the ocean. Credible science or crazy science fiction? Journalist Eli Kintish’s new book, Hack the Planet, explores how once outlandish ideas are now being taken seriously by those hoping to avert climate chaos.
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Warning: This animation presents imagery of climate chaos that some may find disturbing. Nevertheless, the risks it presents are very real, and it is our responsibility as mature adults to understand those risks and take action to minimize the chances of worst-case scenarios occurring.

Wake Up, Freak Out is an essential step in developing a deeper understanding of climate change and the risks it presents to humanity. When managing risks, you have to consider both probability and severity. While there are many uncertainties regarding the probability of climate tipping points, the severity of reaching them could be catastrophic. It’s like buying fire insurance for your house–even though there may be a small chance of it happening, you still take action and buy insurance because the consequences are extremely severe. Therefore, even though we don’t know exactly how likely climate tipping points are, we know the consequences are severe, and should do everything we can to prevent it from happening.

The script of this video is accompanied by extensive peer-reviewed references and additional information and links. It’s a great resource for anyone wanting to take their awareness to the next level, and is available at wakeupfreakout.org.

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