Over the past 60 years, scientists have largely succeeded in building a computer model of Earth to see what the future holds. One of the most ambitious projects humankind has ever undertaken has now reached a critical moment.
As the frightening futures foretold grow nearer, the details are also growing more precise. Climate scientists have reached a pivotal moment in which their predictions are being borne out, allowing them to recalibrate and hone their models. “We were ... [26745 chars]