How Global Cities Could Look Under 3 Degrees Of Warming

How Global Cities Could Look Under 3 Degrees Of Warming

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Geography, Science, Biology

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The video discusses the potential future impacts of climate change on cities worldwide if global temperatures rise by 3 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels. It highlights the need to limit warming to 1.5 degrees to prevent severe consequences, such as the melting of the Arctic and rising sea levels. The video uses examples like the National Mall in Washington DC and Independence Hall in Philadelphia to illustrate the potential loss of historical sites. It also emphasizes the threat to California's coast, including the Santa Monica Pier, if emissions are not drastically reduced.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What legacy could be washed away due to a 3 degrees warming in relation to Independence Hall?

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What is the fate of the Santa Monica pier if global temperatures rise significantly?

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