Scientific Insights and Predictions
New research reveals tidal action is accelerating the melting of the , potentially destabilizing the and leading to a significant rise in global sea levels.
The International Thwaites Glacier Collaboration () warns that even with emission reductions, the glacier's retreat remains "grim," with models not fully accounting for all accelerating dynamics.
Environmental and Climatic Implications
The glacier's collapse could raise sea levels by 65 centimeters initially, with a total loss potentially adding 3.3 meters, affecting major cities worldwide.
Researchers highlight the uncertainty of whether the glacier's loss is irreversible, emphasizing the role of global warming and carbon emissions in influencing the glacier's fate.