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#85 - Mark Lynas on climate change, societal collapse & nuclear energy

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Climate Change and Societal Collapse

This chapter examines the complex connections between climate change and the potential for societal upheaval. It discusses critical temperature thresholds that could lead to food production failures, civilizational breakdown, and even human extinction. By analyzing historical data and current practices, the chapter highlights the unprecedented risks posed by rapid climate change and the urgent need for adaptability and mitigation strategies.

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