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bookmark_borderReality’s Sober

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[Verse 1]
Eighty in October
Makes reality sober
Coming to November
Can you remember?

[Chorus]
The temperature
Is sure
Going higher
(Higher and higher)
Consequences
Are sure
To be dire
(Dire, so dire)

[Bridge]
Looks like we’ll learn
(To burn)

[Verse 2]
What happened to the winter thing
(Turned into Spring)
And, it’s a sure thing
Spring turned into summer
(Remember?)

[Chorus]
The temperature
Is sure
Going higher
(Higher and higher)
Consequences
Are sure
To be dire
(Dire, so dire)

[Bridge]
Looks like we’ll learn
(To burn)

[Chorus]
The temperature
Is sure
Going higher
(Higher and higher)
Consequences
Are sure
To be dire
(Dire, so dire)

[Outro]
Looks like we’ll learn
(To burn)

A SCIENCE NOTE
The Past, Present, and Future of Climate Change

We first developed the hypothesis of the non-linear acceleration of climate change in the 1990s. By the early 2000s, this hypothesis evolved into established climate theory, now widely accepted as scientific fact. My lab partner, a Doctor of Physics from Ohio State, and I collaborated to provide crucial evidence supporting this theory. Over time, we have observed a significant shift in the doubling time of climate change impacts — the rate at which the effects intensify. Initially, the doubling time was approximately 100 years, but it has since decreased to 10 years, and more recently, to just 2 years.

This trend means that the damage caused by climate change today is double what it was two years ago, and in two more years, it could be four times worse. Unfortunately, this rapid acceleration does not appear to be an anomaly, especially given the record-breaking events we’ve witnessed this year, even during the typically cooler La Nina phase. If this trajectory continues, the outcomes will be far more catastrophic than previously expected.

Our climate model was validated in the summer of 2024, as we observed a dozen billion-dollar climate disasters in the first part of the year. On September 26, Hurricane Helene made landfall, emerging as one of the most destructive climate events in recorded history. With over 200 fatalities and $126 billion in direct damages, the hurricane had ripple effects beyond its immediate destruction. For instance, it disrupted 60% of the U.S. IV fluid supply, causing critical shortages in the healthcare sector. Even more concerning, the global tech industry has been impacted, as 99% of the pure quartz used in semiconductor manufacturing has been affected, leading to potential long-term consequences for electronics production.

Hurricane Milton quickly followed, further compounding the devastation. Milton is expected to result in over $100 billion in insurance claims, complicating an already strained insurance market for Florida homeowners. On top of that, the public and government will likely bear an additional $50 billion in costs, placing further pressure on taxpayers and state resources. Much of the damage was caused by high winds and an unprecedented number of tornadoes — over 30 tornadoes hit eastern Florida, causing the highest number of fatalities and extensive financial losses.

The Grantham Institute for Climate Change and the Environment at Imperial College London confirmed that nearly half of the increased costs and intensity of Hurricanes Milton and Helene can be directly attributed to climate change. According to Professor Ralf Toumi, Director of the Grantham Institute and co-author of several studies, “With every fraction of a degree of warming, extreme weather events like Hurricanes Milton and Helene become more powerful and destructive. This should be a wake-up call for anyone who believes climate change is too expensive to address — every delay in reducing emissions only increases the cost of these catastrophic events.”

In summary, the evidence is clear: climate change is rapidly accelerating, and the costs — both economic and human — are growing exponentially. The future demands decisive and immediate action to curb greenhouse gas emissions and prevent further environmental and societal collapse.

From the album “Dialogue” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

MegaEpix Enormous

bookmark_borderDeniers and Liars

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[Verse 1]
Deniers and liars
Can’t put out their fires
The rhetoric tires
As time expires

[Chorus]
There is no denying
(No one likes dying)
So why are we lying
(And frying)

[Bridge]
As reality…
begins setting in

[Verse 2]
A denier and/or liar
Can’t explain the fire
The tendency to lie
Makes ya more likely to die

[Chorus]
There is no denying
(No one likes dying)
So why are we lying
(And frying)

[Bridge]
As reality…
begins setting in

[Chorus]
There is no denying
(No one likes dying)
So why are we lying
(And frying)

[OUtro]
As reality…
begins setting in

A SCIENCE NOTE

Many people ask, “Why does a scientist engage with climate deniers?”

Thanks for the concern! You’re right that, for my mental health, it might be easier to ignore them. However, as an educator, I see these interactions as an opportunity to reach a wider audience. Engaging with climate skeptics — what some might call ‘climate dummies’ — gives me the chance to correct misinformation in real time and provide fact-based explanations to others who may be quietly observing the conversation.

By addressing these false claims head-on, I can offer a legitimate, scientifically backed source of information to those seeking clarity in a sea of misinformation. This outreach is critical, especially when so many people are exposed to conflicting or inaccurate claims about climate change. My aim is not to argue for the sake of it, but to ensure that there are trusted voices out there providing clear, evidence-based information on the urgent reality of climate change.

In addition, their opposition is immensely educative in our efforts. In reality, their persistent denial of climate change has forced us to rethink and drastically rebuild our climate models. What were once “worst-case” scenarios have now become the “best-case” outcomes we are seeing today.

Our updated climate model, now integrating complex social-ecological factors, shows that global temperatures could rise by up to 9°C within this century — far beyond previous predictions of a 4°C rise over the next thousand years. This kind of warming could bring us dangerously close to the “wet-bulb” threshold, where heat and humidity exceed the human body’s ability to cool itself, leading to fatal consequences.

Unfortunately, we rely on these so-called climate “skeptics” to remind us just how urgent and critical the climate crisis is becoming. Ironically, their denial helps highlight the importance of decisive action, as climate change continues to spiral out of control.

The window for meaningful intervention is closing, and the need for action has never been more critical.

What you can do today. How to save the planet.

From the album “Dialogue” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

MegaEpix Enormous

bookmark_borderHarder and Harder

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[Intro]
They’re fallin’ harder
(Harder and harder)
Need a retarder
(To slow things down)

[Verse 1]
It’s true:
(The bigger they come,
The harder they fall)
Point two:
(More smaller also fall harder)

[Chorus]
In conclusion:
(Shattered illusion)
The fact
(Of impact)

[Bridge]
Intensity’s intense
(Harder and harder)
Offense leaves no defense
(They’re fallin’ harder)
Harder and harder

[Bridge]
Raindrops keep falling
(Keep falling on my head)
No, can’t get ahead

[Verse 2]
It’s true:
(The more mass,
The more smash)
Point two:
(And, more small is equal)

[Chorus]
In conclusion:
(Shattered illusion)
The fact
(Of impact)

[Bridge]
Intensity’s intense
(Harder and harder)
Offense leaves no defense
(They’re fallin’ harder)
Harder and harder

[Bridge]
Raindrops keep falling
(Keep falling on my head)
No, can’t get ahead

[Chorus]
In conclusion:
(Shattered illusion)
The fact
(Of impact)

[Bridge]
Intensity’s intense
(Harder and harder)
Offense leaves no defense
(They’re fallin’ harder)
Harder and harder

[Outro]
Raindrops keep falling
(Keep falling on my head)
No, can’t get ahead

A SCIENCE NOTE
What is the past, present and future of climate change?

I originated the hypothesis of the non-linear acceleration of climate change in the 1990s. By the early 2000s, that hypothesis evolved into established climate theory and is now widely recognized as scientific fact. My lab partner, a Doctor of Physics from Ohio State, and I teamed up in the ’90s. He provided crucial evidence to support the hypothesis. Since then, we’ve observed that the doubling time for climate change impacts—how quickly the effects intensify—has dropped dramatically. Initially, the doubling time was around 100 years. However, over the last few decades, it has shortened to 10 years and more recently to just 2 years.

This means the damage from climate change this year is twice as bad as it was two years ago, and in another two years, it could be four times worse. Unfortunately, the sharp decrease in the doubling period doesn’t appear to be an anomaly, especially given the unprecedented events we’re witnessing this year, even during a La Niña phase. If this trend continues, the consequences will be far more devastating than originally anticipated.

Human-induced climate change is a dynamic element of an intricate and chaotic system, accelerating global warming in a complex and exponential manner. Over the period from 1992 to 2023 (update 2024), our climate model has presented evidence, proposed solutions, and engaged millions in understanding this escalating crisis. The data reveals that human activities are rapidly deteriorating our environment.

Our climate model employs chaos theory to assess human impacts. Global warming is driven by increased thermal energy within the climate system, a complex web of interconnected subsystems. Previous models often failed to account for “social-ecological systems,” where human activity significantly alters climate dynamics.

From the album “Dialogue” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

“Ocho Rios Rendezvous” by Narley Marley

MegaEpix Enormous

bookmark_borderBeyond Its Make?

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[Verse 1]
The blood and thin skin
Holding it in
How much can it take…
(Beyond its make?)

[Bridge]
Everybody’s got a little
(If not more)

[Chorus]
Doing the time whittle
(Less than before)
The blood and thin skin
(Brittle n’ sore)

[Bridge]
Rather soar
(Done with bore)
Give for more

[Verse 2]
The bones with thin skin
Holding it together
Now, the question, “Whether?”
(Thin skin holdin’ in)

[Bridge]
Everybody’s got a little
(If not more)

[Chorus]
Doing the time whittle
(Less than before)
The blood and thin skin
(Brittle n’ sore)

[Bridge]
Rather soar
(Done with bore)
Give for more

[Bridge]
Everybody’s got a little
(If not more)

[Chorus]
Doing the time whittle
(Less than before)
The blood and thin skin
(Brittle n’ sore)

[Outro]
Rather soar
(Done with bore)
Givin’ for livin’

A SCIENCE NOTE
Global warming has caused irreparable damage to our environment. Almost all scientists agree that IN FACT global warming is a problem. Humans have caused the destruction of the Earth’s environment. Our planet has become unfit for human life. Now the question is can we adapt in time?

The answer is “probably not.”

 

The author of research published in the journal Nature Climate Change said, “we’re not going to be able to adapt to climate change.“”And once we have destabilized these ice sheets, there will be no stable coastline for centuries. I repeat: There will be no stable coastline for centuries. I apologize to the children,” said Sidd Mukherjee in the paper Longthaw.

Research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reports, “by 2070, around 2 billion people are expected to live in extremely hot areas” similar to the Sahara Desert.

The study Greatly Enhanced Risk to Humans From Heat Stress found the world’s population will experience — for the first time in human history — prolonged exposures to uncompensable extreme moist heat. Humans will struggle to adapt to these conditions in a warmer world as they will present widespread challenges across many aspects of food-energy-water security, human health, and economic development.

“Time is no longer running out to act on climate change; it’s up,” reports Deloitte.

Dr. William Colgan said, “A collapse of the colossal east Antarctic ice sheet, which would lead to a 52-metre rise in sea levels if it all melted, could be averted if rapid climate action is taken.”

Monitored populations of vertebrates (mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and fish) have already seen a devastating 69% drop. Many scientists believe we are living through the sixth mass extinction, and that it is being driven by humans. “Despite the science, the catastrophic projections, the impassioned speeches and promises, the burning forests, submerged countries, record temperatures and displaced millions, world leaders continue to sit back and watch our world burn in front of our eyes,” said Tanya Steele, chief executive at WWF-UK. “The climate and nature crises, their fates entwined, are not some faraway threat our grandchildren will solve with still-to-be-discovered technology.”

Air and water are the two most basic needs for human survival. Fresh air and fresh water are becoming scarce natural resources. Air pollution is now the leading cause of death and contributor to illness. Fresh water is being threatened by a decreasing supply of potable water, as well as, salt water intrusion due to the rising sea level.

From the album “Time Dilation” by The End

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

MegaEpix Enormous

bookmark_borderRace Race

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[Intro]
My heart…
Is starting to race
Trying to keep pace
With the human race
… better start

[Verse 1]
As the pace increases
Recovery ceases
The drive to stay alive
Intensifies (Surprise?)

[Chorus]
My heart…
Is starting to race
Trying to keep pace
With the human race
… better start

[Bridge]
Time to turn our attention
To good intention

[Verse 2]
Just look around…
Our time runs down
The ability to adapt
We lack (Can’t go back)

[Chorus]
My heart…
Is starting to race
Trying to keep pace
With the human race
… better start

[Bridge]
Time to turn our attention
To good intention

[Chorus]
My heart…
Is starting to race
Trying to keep pace
With the human race
… better start

[Outro]
Time to turn our attention
To good intention

A SCIENCE NOTE
Global average sea level rose by about 0.3 inches (0.76 centimeters) from 2022 to 2023, according to a NASA-led analysis. When we authored this paper in 2023, we could not have foreseen the swift acceleration of this trend. Initially projected to double over a span of 100 years, the rate of sea level rise dramatically escalated, shortening the doubling period to a mere 10 years by 2020. Shockingly, recent observations suggest that this doubling period has further compressed to just 2 years. It is imperative to acknowledge and address this concerning trend, hoping it is not a foreboding indication of a new norm but rather an anomaly.

Tipping points are Critical Milestones that directly impact the rate of acceleration in climate change by multiplying the number and intensity of feedback loops. Identifying and understanding these tipping points is crucial for climate science and policymaking. Crossing multiple tipping points has led to the domino effect, resulting in a much more rapid and severe climate change than currently projected.

From the album “Time Dilation” by The End

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

“Ocho Rios Rendezvous” by Narley Marley

MegaEpix Enormous

bookmark_borderRapid Intensification

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[Intro]
Mass hallucination
Leads to rapid intensification
Doing what’s “best for me”
Bringing on a tragedy

[Verse 1]
The complexity
Of thermal energy
Gaining clarity
On non-linearity

[Bridge]
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]
Mass hallucination
Leads to rapid intensification
Doing what’s “best for me”
Bringing on a tragedy

[Chorus]
Twice as strong
Last twice as long
Come twice as soon
With twice the boom!

[Verse 2]
The tenacity of intensity
(ohh, woah, the frequency)
Gaining clarity
On non-linearity

[Bridge]
Mass hallucination
Leads to rapid intensification
Doing what’s “best for me”
Bringing on a tragedy

[Chorus]
Twice as strong
Last twice as long
Come twice as soon
With twice the boom!

[Bridge]
Mass hallucination
Leads to rapid intensification
Doing what’s “best for me”
Bringing on a tragedy

[Chorus]
Twice as strong
Last twice as long
Come twice as soon
With twice the boom!

[Outro]
Rapid intensification
Sure did (bring on the ramification)

A SCIENCE NOTE
The rapid intensification of hurricanes, as seen with Hurricane Helene (2024) and Hurricane Milton (2024), is directly tied to climate change. Warmer waters, higher atmospheric moisture, and rising sea levels are creating more powerful storms that cause greater damage. These trends indicate that as global temperatures rise, hurricanes will continue to become stronger, more frequent, and harder to predict.

“No place is safe from violent rain.” Unfortunately, the doubling time for the severity of these storms has dropped from 100 years to just 2 years. In other words, you can expect twice as much damage as we saw two years ago—and four times as much damage in another two years. Twenty years ago, we were confident that humans would change their behavior before it reached this point. Not only have we failed to do so, but we’ve also increased our reliance on fossil fuels. At the current rate of pollution, much of the Earth could become uninhabitable within this century — potentially within the lifetimes of our grandchildren. This outcome is entirely preventable, but our drive for mass consumption continues to dominate our actions.

From the album “Time Dilation” by The End

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

MegaEpix Enormous

bookmark_borderDeveloping Wrinkle

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[Intro]
And, wouldn’t you know
(Just like that. Splat!)
The solid ice…
Was melting snow

[Bridge]
Drip (Drip, drip)
Dripping (More than just a bit)

[Verse]
A trickle
Then, a spurt
Developing wrinkle
You knew would hurt
[Bridge]
Yet, nevertheless….
[Break]
Headlong
[Bridge]
Breathless
(Headstrong)

[Verse 2]
And, wouldn’t you know
(Just like that. Splat!)
The falling rain…
(On the brain)
Cannot sustain

[Bridge]
Drip (Drip, drip)
Dripping (More than just a bit)

[Verse]
A trickle
Then, a spurt
Developing wrinkle
You knew would hurt
[Bridge]
Yet, nevertheless….
Headlong

[Outro]
Breathless
(Headstrong)

Long gone

ABOUT THE SONG
“Developing Wrinkle” uses vivid imagery and metaphor to convey the urgency and impact of climate change. Here’s an interpretation of the song’s themes and meanings:

Intro

The opening lines introduce a sense of surprise and inevitability. The phrase “just like that” suggests a sudden realization about the consequences of climate change, specifically the melting of ice. The mention of “solid ice” turning into “melting snow” emphasizes the immediate effects of rising temperatures on the environment.

Bridge

The repetitive sounds of “drip” highlight the gradual but relentless nature of climate change. It reflects how small changes (like dripping water) can accumulate, leading to more significant consequences. The phrase “more than just a bit” suggests that the changes are becoming more pronounced and alarming.

Verse 1

The imagery of a “trickle” turning into a “spurt” signifies the escalation of climate impacts, such as melting ice or increased rainfall. The term “developing wrinkle” can be interpreted as the emergence of new challenges and complications associated with climate change—wrinkles often symbolize stress and problems that arise over time. The line “you knew would hurt” implies a foreknowledge of the negative consequences of these changes.

Bridge & Break

The repeated phrases “yet, nevertheless…” and “headlong” create a sense of determination or urgency to confront the challenges ahead. “Breathless” suggests the overwhelming nature of the situation, while “headstrong” implies a stubbornness or unwillingness to change despite the mounting evidence of danger.

Verse 2

The second verse echoes the sentiments of the first, reinforcing the theme of unexpected consequences. “Falling rain” represents both a literal and metaphorical burden that cannot be sustained. This could symbolize the weight of climate-related issues that individuals and societies are grappling with.

Bridge

Once again, the “drip” motif reinforces the idea of small changes leading to larger, more impactful outcomes. The repetition throughout the song emphasizes that these changes are ongoing and cannot be ignored.

Verse 3

Returning to the imagery of “trickle” and “spurt,” the song reiterates the escalating nature of climate change and its impacts. The “developing wrinkle” continues to serve as a metaphor for the complications arising from our environmental challenges, and the acknowledgment of inevitable hurt suggests that we must confront these realities.

Outro

The concluding lines, featuring “breathless” and “headstrong,” encapsulate the song’s message: the urgency of the climate crisis leaves us gasping for breath, yet there is still a stubborn determination to face the consequences head-on.

Overall Interpretation

“Developing Wrinkle” reflects the growing awareness of climate change’s realities and emphasizes the need for immediate action. The song conveys both the emotional weight of witnessing environmental changes and the complexities that arise from human inaction. It serves as a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness of our actions and the environment, urging listeners to acknowledge the urgency of the situation.

From the album “Time Dilation” by The End

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

“Ocho Rios Rendezvous” by Narley Marley

MegaEpix Enormous

bookmark_borderA Butterfly Try

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[Verse 1]
Life
(Not a straight line)
Time
(Curved in space)
The human race
(Tends to bend)

[Chorus]
Non-linear
(That for sure)
Complex and dynamic
(Reflexes quick)

[Bridge]
Upon reflection
Teleconnections
(A butterfly try)

[Verse 2]
Living
(Is non-linear)
Giving
(Making or taking)
The human race
(In one ear….)

[Chorus]
Non-linear
(That for sure)
Complex and dynamic
(Reflexes quick)

[Bridge]
Upon reflection
Teleconnections
(A butterfly try)

[Chorus]
Non-linear
(That for sure)
Complex and dynamic
(Reflexes quick)

[Bridge]
Upon reflection
Teleconnections
(A butterfly try)

[Outro]
Flapping wings
(Makes things sing)

A SCIENCE NOTE

Global warming is caused by an increase in thermal energy in the climate system. The Earth is a climate system. Many subsystems make up our climate. Chaos theory emphasizes the complexity and nonlinearity of dynamic systems, and this complexity is inherent in the interactions between soil, atmosphere, and oceans in the Earth’s climate system.

Atmospheric circulation together with ocean circulation is how thermal energy is redistributed throughout the world. Chaos theory offers insights into the complex, nonlinear dynamics of climate systems role in the redistribution of thermal energy. The Earth’s climate is a highly complex and dynamic system, influenced by various factors such as ocean currents, atmospheric circulation, and feedback loops.

General Circulation Models for the earth climate are nonlinear and teleconnected. That means a small change in temperature or pressure or humidity in one small area on the globe can cause _large_ changes in conditions _anywhere_ on the globe. This is sometimes called the Butterfly effect. The complexity of these models can lead to chaotic behavior. Climate science must grapple with these models and extract results in spite of the mathematical difficulties, and there have been remarkable successes in some cases and sad failures in others. Nevertheless we must proceed.

Conclusion
Humans are making the Earth hotter. The cool water from the melting ice at the poles is being drawn toward the center of the Earth and getting warmed to record high temperatures. The warm, moist air is circulating and moving over land. The average time moisture stays in the air is 9 days before it turns into precipitation. The warmer the air becomes, the more rain the atmosphere holds and dumps; therefore, violent rain events are increasing in frequency and intensity.

The greatest short term risk to the Earth is violent rain (liquefied water vapor). The greatest short term risk to human health is deadly humid heat (hot water vapor).

* Our climate model employs chaos theory to comprehensively consider human impacts and projects a potential global average temperature increase of 9℃ above pre-industrial levels.

What Can I Do?
There are numerous actions you can take to contribute to saving the planet. Each person bears the responsibility to minimize pollution, discontinue the use of fossil fuels, reduce consumption, and foster a culture of love and care. Be a butterfly and affect the world. The Butterfly Effect illustrates that a small change in one area can lead to significant alterations in conditions anywhere on the globe. Hence, the frequently heard statement that a butterfly in China can cause a hurricane in the Atlantic.
Here is a list of additional actions you can take.

From the album “Time Dilation” by The End

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

MegaEpix Enormous

bookmark_borderThe Last Man Standing

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[Intro]
Am I understanding…
The last man standing
Is going to be left
All alone?

[Verse 1]
Strong and commanding
Longing for a fellow
To be demanding
Understanding — left standing

[Chorus]
Standing (all alone)
On my own (and prone)
To being left along
(All alone)

[Bridge]
Am I understanding…
The last man standing
Is going to be left
All alone?
[Break]
Can I call it home
If I’m all alone?

[Verse 2]
Left alone to rule…
(Feel such the fool)
To be commanding?
Understanding — left standing

[Chorus]
Standing (all alone)
On my own (and prone)
To being left along
(All alone)

[Bridge]
Am I understanding…
The last man standing
Is going to be left
All alone?
[Break]
Can I call it home
If I’m all alone?

[Chorus]
Standing (all alone)
On my own (and prone)
To being left along
(All alone)

[Bridge]
Am I understanding…
The last man standing
Is going to be left
All alone?

[Outro]
Can I call it home
If I’m all alone?

A SCIENCE NOTE

What will the “End of Times” look like?

“The era of global warming has ended and the era of ‘global boiling’ has arrived. Climate change is here. It is terrifying. And it is just the beginning”, UN secretary general, António Guterres, said after scientists confirmed July 2023 was on track to be the world’s hottest month on record.

This research reveals more evidence that humans will have difficulty adapting to climate change, especially those in developing countries, Mora said. “The magnitude of the vulnerability when you think about one or two diseases — okay, sure, we can deal with that,” he said. “But when you’re talking about 58% of the diseases, and 58% of those diseases can be affected or triggered in 1,000 different ways. So that, to me, was also revealing of the fact that we’re not going to be able to adapt to climate change.”

In 2023, we wrote about having crossed tipping points in the paper, “Climate Change: How Long Is ‘Ever’?“. When we wrote the Tunnel Under Thesis in 1995, we forecast crossing these tipping points would not happen for centuries. We underestimated Man’s ignorance and arrogance. Fossil fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions have continued to set record highs. Humans have caused chain-reactions resulting in toppled tipping points, feedback loops, and The Domino Effect.

* Our climate model employs chaos theory to comprehensively consider human impacts and projects a potential global average temperature increase of 9℃ above pre-industrial levels.

What Can I Do?
There are numerous actions you can take to contribute to saving the planet. Each person bears the responsibility to minimize pollution, discontinue the use of fossil fuels, reduce consumption, and foster a culture of love and care. Be a butterfly and affect the world. The Butterfly Effect illustrates that a small change in one area can lead to significant alterations in conditions anywhere on the globe. Hence, the frequently heard statement that a butterfly in China can cause a hurricane in the Atlantic.

From the album “Time Dilation” by The End

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

“Ocho Rios Rendezvous” by Narley Marley

MegaEpix Enormous

bookmark_borderTime Dilation

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[Intro]
The acceleration rate
(Has gone irate)
The cost of the primate
(On the climate)

[Verse 1]
The future
Is getting nearer
I’m not sure
It could get any clearer

[Chorus]
Time dilation
(Sensation)
Time compression
(Shrinking duration)

[Bridge]
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]
My relativity
To relativity

[Bridge]
[Instrumental, Violin Solo]
The acceleration rate
(Has gone irate)
The cost of the primate
(On the climate)

[Verse 2]
Is time running down
(Down, down, down)
All we seem to do…
Is run around
(Round and round)

[Chorus]
Time dilation
(Sensation)
Time compression
(Shrinking duration)

[Bridge]
The acceleration rate
(Has gone irate)
The cost of the primate
(On the climate)

[Outro]
My relativity
To relativity

A SCIENCE NOTE
When time appears to be growing shorter, it’s often referred to as time compression or time dilation in a subjective sense. This can occur due to psychological factors, such as stress, age, or being highly focused, which makes time seem to pass more quickly. On a more cosmic scale, time dilation is a concept from Einstein’s theory of relativity, where time appears to slow down near massive objects or at high velocities.

From the album “Time Dilation” by The End

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

“Ocho Rios Rendezvous” by Narley Marley

MegaEpix Enormous

bookmark_borderCan You Hear on Mars?

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[Intro, Space]
From here to Mars…
(and, back again?)
Don’t know if I wanna….
(Go, oh, no, no)
[Break]
Can You Hear on Mars?

[Bridge]
Far’s too far
(To end from begin)
No, I’d rather not…
(Go, oh, woe, woe)

[Verse]
From fears of tears
(And, then again)
Come through years
(To arrive here)
Hear?

[Bridge]
From here to Mars…
(and, back again?)
Don’t know if I wanna….
(Go, oh, no, no)

[Chorus]
Far’s too far
(To end from begin)
No, I’d rather not…
(Go, oh, woah, woah)

[Verse]
From fears of tears
(And, then again)
Come through years
(To arrive here)
Hear?

[Bridge]
From here to Mars…
(and, back again?)
Don’t know if I wanna….
(Go, oh, no, no)

[Chorus]
Far’s too far
(To end from begin)
No, I’d rather not…
(Go, oh, woah, woah)

[Outro]
Better off by far
Being where you are

A SCIENCE NOTE
Yes, it’s possible to hear on Mars, but sound behaves differently due to the planet’s thin atmosphere, which is primarily carbon dioxide. Since Mars’ atmosphere is only about 1% as dense as Earth’s, sound waves travel less efficiently. As a result, sounds are much quieter, lower in pitch, and take longer to reach your ears. NASA’s Perseverance rover has recorded Martian sounds, showing this effect. So, no loud rock ‘n’ roll concerts on Mars. Plus, while you could hear, remember, you can’t breathe there!

From the album “Rising” by Daniel

“Ocho Rios Rendezvous” by Narley Marley

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bookmark_borderStrive (To Thrive)

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[Intro]
What do you make
Of what’s at stake
Gave ourselves enough rope?
(To choke)

[Verse 1]
What’s the shape
Of the hairless ape
Evolution of adaptation
(Saturation)

[Chorus]
Oh, no
(Hang my head low)
Oh, yes
(Blame to confess)

[Bridge]
Strive (to thrive)
The responsibility
To society
Isn’t free
(Plain to see)

[Verse 2]
What’s the rate
At which we accelerate
Evolution of adaptation
(Is way too late)

[Chorus]
Oh, no
(Hang my head low)
Oh, yes
(Blame to confess)

[Bridge]
Strive (to thrive)
The responsibility
To society
Isn’t free
(Plain to see)

[Chorus]
Oh, no
(Hang my head low)
Oh, yes
(Blame to confess)

[Bridge]
Strive (to thrive)
The responsibility
Of society
Is sustainability
(Obviously)

[Outro]
Strive (to thrive)

A SCIENCE NOTE:
The U.S. is among the least prepared nations, with the highest percentage of climate deniers. Political inaction exacerbates the problem, particularly as the Republican Party often dismisses climate change as a fabricated issue while advocating for increased fossil fuel production. Ironically, human industrial activities are a primary cause of climate change. Despite some progress under President Biden, the U.S. remains the world’s largest producer of oil and gas, with both major political parties favoring emergency disaster funding over proactive climate prevention measures. Both Republicans and Democrats have reached bipartisan agreements allowing the government to engage in virtually unlimited spending on climate disaster relief, rather than addressing the root causes of these disasters. This legislative approach prioritizes emergency funding to repair damage after climate-related events, such as hurricanes, floods, and wildfires, rather than focusing on the long-term solutions necessary to mitigate climate change, like reducing greenhouse gas emissions or transitioning away from fossil fuels.

In 2023, the U.S. experienced 28 major weather and climate-related disasters, each costing over a billion dollars. These events included hurricanes, wildfires, severe storms, and flooding, some causing economic damages of hundreds of billions of dollars. Compounding these challenges, in June 2024, the Supreme Court significantly curtailed the Environmental Protection Agency’s authority, limiting its ability to regulate emissions and enforce environmental standards — a severe blow to decades of progress. As of the first week of August 2024, the U.S. had experienced 19 weather and climate events with losses exceeding $1 billion. These included 15 severe storm events, 1 tropical cyclone, 1 wildfire, and 2 winter storm events. According to NOAA, “Overall, these events resulted in the deaths of 149 people and had significant economic effects on the areas impacted.” Since then, several more extreme weather events have occurred, with Hurricane Helene on September 26-27 emerging as one of the most devastating in history. Helene caused over 200 fatalities and resulted in an estimated $126 billion in direct damages. Beyond its immediate destruction, Helene has also had far-reaching ripple effects on supply chains. For instance, 60% of the U.S. IV fluid supply has been disrupted, posing a significant challenge to the healthcare industry. Even more alarming is the impact on the tech sector: 99% of the pure quartz used in semiconductor manufacturing has been affected, which could lead to long-term consequences for global electronics production. This series of billion-dollar events highlights the exponential accelerating pace of climate-related disasters. As these events become more frequent and severe, the economic and human toll will only continue to rise, underscoring the urgent need for proactive climate action.

The government’s actions reveal a troubling mix of ignorance and indifference, turning what were once “worst-case” climate predictions into our current “best-case” scenarios. Updated climate models, now incorporating social-ecological factors, project that global temperatures could rise by as much as 9°C within this century — a drastic increase compared to previous estimates of a 4°C rise over the next millennium. Such extreme warming could push the planet toward a critical “wet-bulb” temperature threshold, where heat and humidity exceed the human body’s capacity to cool itself, posing severe and potentially lethal health risks. The need for decisive and immediate action has never been more urgent as climate change continues to spiral beyond control.

Unfortunately, that’s the reality. The root of the problem lies with us — the people. Government officials simply reflect our choices. Until consumer demands become more socially responsible, we’ll continue to get exactly what we want — and deserve. Each person bears the responsibility to minimize pollution, discontinue the use of fossil fuels, reduce consumption, and foster a culture of love and care. Only then can we drive the collective action needed to address the climate crisis and build a sustainable future.

Sidd remarked, “Every day in every way, things get worse and worse.” Sidd has been my lab partner for over 30 years, holds a doctorate in physics, and has supervised countless PhD candidates in the field. Together, we were the first team to hypothesize and later substantiate that climate change is non-linear.

* Our climate model uses chaos theory in an attempt to adequately account for humans and forecasts a global average temperature increase of 9 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. Everybody has the responsibility not to pollute. There are plenty of things you can do to help save the planet. Stop using fossil fuels. Consume less. Love more. Here is a list of additional actions you can take.

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

From the album “Rising” by Daniel

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bookmark_borderIt’s Getting Dark?

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[Intro]
It’s getting dark?
(And, darker still)
It’s getting dark

[Verse 1]
Is it getting dark
Too hard for me to see
Shine some light on reality

[Chorus]
It’s getting dark
(And, darker still)
It’s getting dark
(How long until?)

[Bridge]
Ironically
Foreboding
Tectonically
Astounding

[Verse 2]
Is there insight in sight
Oh, please…
Incite some light

[Chorus]
It’s getting dark
(And, darker still)
It’s getting dark
(How long until?)

[Bridge]
Ironically
Foreboding
Tectonically
Astounding

[Chorus]
It’s getting dark
(And, darker still)
It’s getting dark
(How long until?)

[Bridge]
Ironically
Foreboding

[Outro]
Tectonically
Astounding

A SCIENCE NOTE
Sidd remarked, “Every day in every way, things get worse and worse.” Sidd has been my lab partner for over 30 years, holds a doctorate in physics, and has supervised countless PhD candidates in the field. Together, we were the first team to hypothesize and later substantiate that climate change is non-linear. Here’s a paper we co-authored on the acceleration of climate change: Climate Change: Rate of Acceleration Brouse and Mukherjee (2023-2024)

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

From the album “Rising” by Daniel

“Ocho Rios Rendezvous” by Narley Marley

MegaEpix Enormous

bookmark_borderBackseat Driver (I Said Hey)

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[Verse 1]
I look into the rear-view mirror
See the driver looking at me
I mean what are you suppose to do
In the backseat looking at you?

[Chorus]
This street’s oneway
Are you O.K.?
Can you say…
Or, don’t know your way

[Bridge]
I said, “Hey!”
(By the way)
Hey, hey, hey

[Verse 2]
There’s a backseat driver in control
Kind-of diminishing my role
I mean what’s the goal
If you have no soul?

[Chorus]
This street’s oneway
Are you O.K.?
Can you say…
Or, don’t know your way

[Bridge]
I said, “Hey!”
(By the way)
Hey, hey, hey

[Bridge]
I said, “Hey!”
(By the way)
Hey, hey, hey

[Chorus]
This street’s oneway
Are you O.K.?
Can you say…
Or, don’t know your way

[Outro]
I said, “Hey!”
(By the way)
Hey, hey, hey

A SCIENCE NOTE
Global warming has caused irreversible damage to our environment, a reality widely recognized by scientists worldwide. Climate change poses a critical challenge, with increasingly volatile conditions threatening human habitation. The pressing question is whether we can adapt quickly enough. According to Mukherjee and Brouse, ‘As energy is added to a system, fluctuations increase, resulting in more storms, droughts, wildfires, floods, and extreme weather events. Weather conditions will become more volatile due to human impact.’

Human-induced climate change is a dynamic element of an intricate and chaotic system, accelerating global warming in a complex and exponential manner. Over the period from 1992 to 2023 (update 2024), our climate model has presented evidence, proposed solutions, and engaged millions in understanding this escalating crisis. The data reveals that human activities are rapidly deteriorating our environment.

Our climate model employs chaos theory to assess human impacts. Global warming is driven by increased thermal energy within the climate system, a complex web of interconnected subsystems. Previous models often failed to account for “social-ecological systems,” where human activity significantly alters climate dynamics.

The U.S. is among the least prepared nations, with the highest percentage of climate deniers. Political inaction exacerbates the problem, particularly as the Republican Party often dismisses climate change as a fabricated issue while advocating for increased fossil fuel production. Ironically, human industrial activities are a primary cause of climate change. Despite some progress under President Biden, the U.S. remains the world’s largest producer of oil and gas, with both major political parties favoring emergency disaster funding over proactive climate prevention measures.

In 2023, the U.S. experienced 28 major weather and climate-related disasters, each costing over a billion dollars. These events included hurricanes, wildfires, severe storms, and flooding, some causing economic damages of hundreds of billions of dollars. Compounding these challenges, in June 2024, the Supreme Court significantly curtailed the Environmental Protection Agency’s authority, limiting its ability to regulate emissions and enforce environmental standards — a severe blow to decades of progress.

The government’s actions reveal a troubling mix of ignorance and indifference, turning what were once “worst-case” climate predictions into our current “best-case” scenarios. Updated climate models, now incorporating social-ecological factors, project that global temperatures could rise by as much as 9°C within this century — a drastic increase compared to previous estimates of a 4°C rise over the next millennium. Such extreme warming could push the planet toward a critical “wet-bulb” temperature threshold, where heat and humidity exceed the human body’s capacity to cool itself, posing severe and potentially lethal health risks. The need for decisive and immediate action has never been more urgent as climate change continues to spiral beyond control.

Unfortunately, that’s the reality. The root of the problem lies with us — the people. Government officials simply reflect our choices. Until consumer demands become more socially responsible, we’ll continue to get exactly what we want — and deserve. Each person bears the responsibility to minimize pollution, discontinue the use of fossil fuels, reduce consumption, and foster a culture of love and care. Only then can we drive the collective action needed to address the climate crisis and build a sustainable future.

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

“Lost in the Sound” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

MegaEpix Enormous

bookmark_borderSelf-Determination

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[Verse 1]
The road you’re on
Was chosen by who?
The road you’re on
Was chosen by you

[Chorus]
The path you take
(You make or break)
Self-determination
(Destiny)
Hate and destruction
(Or lovely)

[Bridge]
Do you take high (or low)
Do you deny (don’t even go)

[Verse 2]
Once, I had a voice
Now, I have no choice
The road I’m on
Will soon be gone

[Chorus]
The path I take
(You make or break)
Self-determination
(Destiny)
Hate and destruction
(Or lovely)

[Bridge]
Can’t take it low
(water’s flow)
Can’t take it high
(smoke n’ you’ll choke)

[Chorus]
The path I take
(You make or break)
Self-determination
(Destiny)
Hate and destruction
(Or lovely)

[Outro]
Can’t go low
Say, “Good bye, high”

A SCIENCE NOTE
Self-determination in the context of climate change refers to the right and ability of individuals, communities, and nations to make autonomous decisions about their future in the face of environmental changes caused by climate disruptions.

* Our climate model uses chaos theory in an attempt to adequately account for humans and forecasts a global average temperature increase of 9 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. Everybody has the responsibility not to pollute. There are plenty of things you can do to help save the planet. Stop using fossil fuels. Consume less. Love more. Here is a list of additional actions you can take.

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

“Lost in the Sound” by The Beatless Sense Mongers

“The Montego Bay Way” by Narley Marley

MegaEpix Enormous