Greenland's Extreme Melt, 1 Year Later

The video discusses the early start of Greenland's melt season, which began a month earlier than usual. Brooke Medley from NASA's Operation Icebridge shares observations of increased liquid water on the ice sheet due to warm temperatures and low snowfall. The 2019 melt season was the second largest since 1980, raising concerns for 2020. Although 2020 is trending normally, the potential for significant melt remains. The meltwater contributes to global sea level rise, with Greenland being a major contributor outside of ocean thermal expansion.

What are the potential consequences of extreme melt years on subsequent seasons?

What implications does the meltwater from Greenland have on global sea levels?