Ghețarul Apocalipsei se topește mai rapid decât estimările

A new study reveals that Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica is melting faster than previously thought, potentially contributing up to 1.2 inches to sea level rise by 2100. Researchers from UC Irvine and NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory developed a model that accounts for complex processes beneath the glacier. The glacier's retreat could lead to significant increases in sea levels, threatening coastal communities. The study highlights the dynamic nature of the glacier's grounding line and the need for further research to understand these processes better. Even with reduced emissions, sea levels are expected to rise due to past changes.