lation Management

Planet Earth is already straining under the 400-billion-pound weight of eight billion humans (more than all other mammals combined)[i]. In a world that may warm by 4 or 5°C, much of the land could become unlivable because of extreme heat, drought, flooding, or sea-level rise[ii].

Some strategies described here may seem extreme, but it is important to remember that in a 4 or 5°C warmer world, there will be unprecedented challenges that require bold action.

Understanding the Challenge

It is crucial to understand the scale of the challenge we face. The World Bank estimates that ...