Scientists Propose Solutions to Thwaites Glacier Melting

The Thwaites Glacier, known as the 'Doomsday Glacier', is melting rapidly and poses a significant threat of catastrophic flooding along the US East Coast, potentially raising sea levels by up to 10 feet. Scientists have proposed several geoengineering solutions, including installing an underwater curtain and pumping seawater to thicken the glacier, but these methods come with risks and high costs. Concurrently, new data from the EU's Copernicus climate service indicates that 2024 will be the hottest year on record, surpassing the 1.5 degrees Celsius global warming target, with alarming evidence of glacial melting in Svalbard and Swedish mountains. Experts warn that the melting of glaciers is accelerating, with predictions that 80% could vanish by 2100 if emissions remain unchecked. The implications of these changes include rising sea levels and disruptions to ecosystems due to uneven meltwater distribution. This situation underscores the urgent need for both immediate action and long-term strategies to address climate change.