Kate Marvel

Kate Marvel, an associate research scientist at Columbia University and the NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies, discusses the critical importance of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. She highlights how even slight temperature increases can have devastating effects, explaining the complex dynamics of climate tipping points and feedback loops. The conversation emphasizes the urgent need for significant emissions reductions and addresses the political challenges in climate action. Marvel also offers optimism amidst these concerns, advocating for collective human agency in shaping a sustainable future.

Kate Marvel, an associate research scientist at Columbia University and NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies, shares eye-opening insights about the climate crisis. She discusses the stark reality that the world is likely to surpass the 1.5°C threshold set by the Paris Agreement. Marvel emphasizes the significance of every fraction of a degree in the fight against climate change, explaining the critical differences between tipping points and feedback loops. The conversation navigates feelings of despair and hope, urging immediate action and innovative solutions.

What can the climate on Venus tell us about Earth? On this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Chuck Nice answer questions about climate modeling, the state of climate change, and future predictions with climate scientist, Kate Marvel. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can watch or listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https://startalkmedia.com/show/cosmic-queries-predicting-earths-climate-future-with-kate-marvel-phd/Photo Credit: Buiobuione, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commo Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of StarTalk Radio ad-free and a whole week early.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.

In this insightful discussion, climate scientist Kate Marvel shares her journey as an expert witnessing the realities of climate change. She reveals the complex emotions tied to this crisis, encompassing grief, anger, and surprisingly, hope and wonder. Marvel emphasizes the significance of human connection to our planet and advocates for love as a driving force behind environmental action. By addressing the psychological barriers hindering climate awareness, she inspires listeners to embrace agency and a proactive mindset in the face of urgent challenges.

In this discussion, Kate Marvel, a research scientist at NASA's Goddard Institute, dives into the complexities of climate change. She explains how climate models work and why there's significant variation in predictions. Marvel emphasizes that global warming is just one part of the larger climate crisis, which can lead to catastrophic natural disasters. The conversation also touches on the need for unconventional political solutions and the power of storytelling in shaping our understanding and responses to these urgent issues. She asserts that we must recognize the gravity of climate change while retaining hope for the future.