The Dr. Hyman Show Why Climate Change is Worse Than You Think with David Wallace-Wells
Jul 17, 2019
David Wallace-Wells, deputy editor at New York magazine and author of "The Uninhabitable Earth," dives deep into the urgent realities of climate change. He reveals that half of the damage from fossil fuels occurred in just the last 30 years and emphasizes escalating impacts on health, migration, and ecosystems. Wallace-Wells urges immediate action to combat corporate influence and discusses innovative farming practices and renewable energy solutions. Despite the looming crisis, he highlights that it's not too late to create a hopeful future through informed choices and collective efforts.
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Climate Change: A Global Threat
- Climate change is a comprehensive issue affecting every part of the planet.
- There will be varying degrees of impact globally, but no one is immune.
Accelerated Climate Change
- Half of the damage from fossil fuels occurred in the last 30 years, contradicting the idea of slow change.
- Every year brings record-breaking climate events, emphasizing the accelerating speed.
Human Agency in Climate Change
- We have significant control over the climate's future, despite the alarming pace of damage.
- Reducing carbon emissions is key, and while a return to pre-industrial climate is impossible, we can shape a less severe future.
