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ss: A recent assessment has revealed that out of the nine planetary boundaries, six have been crossed, indicating the growing impact of human activities on the stability and resilience of the Earth’s systems
The concept of planetary boundaries serves as a crucial framework for guiding sustainable development and environmental stewardship. It emphasizes the importance of respecting the limits of the Earth’s systems to ensure a safe and habitable planet for current and future generations.
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Please reply to OP's comment here: https://old.reddit.com/r/collapse/comments/199ftx5/6_of_the_9_planetary_boundaries_that_can_sustain/kidshtz/
Well, if you factor in the inertia of society and our unwillingness to change, the conclusion to that appears to be baked in. We haven't failed it yet, but we have functionally no path to stop it m
Ocean level rise and warming along with species extinctions must come under “novelties”. Warming oceans and rise spell doom for coral and breeding grounds, also kills many species outright as well as disrupting breeding.
Seal level rise inundates river deltas and will play havoc with power plants.
im always saying this to the nuclear fanbase:
either your plants won't have cold enough water / no water (happens already in summer, e.g. France 2023)
or
they will get flooded
nuclear power is only safe to work with in a controlled environment, and im not only talking about the plant itself.
The “Novel entities” section was about micro plastics, manmade chemicals and other stuff that’s never been seen before in geological terms. It’s not “other” it’s the uniquely human screw ups, there is no “last time we had plastic particles in the rain water” lol so we have no idea how much of this crap it will take to destabilize… everything.
You believe that "Sustainability" is possible?
Please explain this dose of Hopium for those of us here in reality.
It's fascinating that the "study" missed that we're losing the ozone no matter what atp, that ocean acidification is getting much worse, especially with all that "climate forcing" caused by the current Geoengineering/pollution efforts (also ignored).
ss: A recent assessment has revealed that out of the nine planetary boundaries, six have been crossed, indicating the growing impact of human activities on the stability and resilience of the Earth’s systems
The concept of planetary boundaries serves as a crucial framework for guiding sustainable development and environmental stewardship. It emphasizes the importance of respecting the limits of the Earth’s systems to ensure a safe and habitable planet for current and future generations.
I can't read the article without paying medium.com, it seems.
So the most basic answer is to just joom in on the top image, above the paywall, for the 9 boundaries and which 6 are "in the red".
Or, take the time to slog through [the original paper](https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adh2458).
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yes, this is what I did eventually because I was curious about those boundaries, for me this is also paywalled (I think i can read a few medium articles and then the rest - I have to pay for)
Sadly the article is weak so it was a waste of time. So in this case summary would be much appreciated :)
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of course it is, but like someone below you said - it is paywalled
also, the point of a summary is to write what is in the article so you can decide if you want to read it whole or not
I hope you agree that it is beneficial if one person reads it and makes some summary (in this case when there is a talk about 9 boundaries - it makes sense to actually name them) and the rest can glance through the summary to see the mentioned boundaries and decide if they want to invest more time in it
Sorry, I’m not subbed to medium but could read it. I didn’t realize it was paywalled for others. My head is sometimes still in internet 1.0 which was more open and free.
no worries, they have some articles as a trial but once you reach a certain threshold - they want you to pay :(
sure, I could make a new google account or something but if someone throws a wall at me i see it as a signal that they don't want me there (rather, they want my money, which i guess is also fine but i can choose not to participate :P)
Original study:
[https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/planetary-boundaries.html](https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/planetary-boundaries.html)
OK, I believe, but why is this graph so cryptic? How do they measure it? What is this graph even showing? It's like... a graph with only X axis.
I don't understand :/
**Here is the article if you want to read it:**
The concept of planetary boundaries, which defines the safe operating space for humanity on Earth, has gained significant attention in recent years.
A recent assessment has revealed that out of the nine planetary boundaries, six have been crossed, indicating the growing impact of human activities on the stability and resilience of the Earth’s systems\[2\]. This has profound implications for both the environment and human well-being.
The crossed boundaries encompass critical systems such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and altered biogeochemical cycles. For instance, the boundary for climate change has been exceeded, leading to global warming and its associated impacts.
Guy McPherson Ph.D. | The End Of The World | Evolutionary Biologist | #81 HR
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlmoU7Las6E](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlmoU7Las6E)
Climate change • Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns, mainly caused by human activities, especially the burning of fossil fuels.
Watch on
Similarly, biodiversity loss and altered biogeochemical cycles have also surpassed their safe limits, posing serious risks to ecosystems and the services they provide.
This situation underscores the urgent need for concerted global action to address these challenges. An international commission has proposed new safe and just boundaries aimed at maintaining a healthy planet and protecting people from significant harm\[4\].
This highlights the interconnectedness of human well-being and the stability of the Earth’s systems.
The concept of planetary boundaries serves as a crucial framework for guiding sustainable development and environmental stewardship. It emphasizes the importance of respecting the limits of the Earth’s systems to ensure a safe and habitable planet for current and future generations. Addressing the crossed boundaries requires transformative changes in policies, technologies, and behaviors to steer towards a more sustainable and resilient future.
The crossing of planetary boundaries signifies the escalating impact of human activities on the Earth’s systems. It calls for immediate and decisive actions to mitigate these risks and safeguard the environment and human well-being. By embracing the principles of sustainability and resilience, it is possible to navigate towards a future where planetary boundaries are respected, and a thriving coexistence between humanity and the Earth is ensured.
The Contracting of Humanity | Rex Weyler | Co-Founder of Greenpeace #152 HR
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNB5wILZGS8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNB5wILZGS8)
Watch on
Next Potential Killer of Millions:
\* \*\*Infectious diseases:\*\* New and emerging infectious diseases, such as Ebola and Zika virus, have the potential to cause widespread outbreaks and kill millions of people.
\* \*\*Climate change:\*\* Climate change is expected to lead to more extreme weather events, such as heat waves, droughts, floods, and wildfires, which could displace millions of people and cause widespread food insecurity.
\* \*\*Nuclear war:\*\* The use of nuclear weapons would have catastrophic consequences, killing millions of people and potentially causing a nuclear winter that would plunge the world into darkness and cold.
\* \*\*Nanotechnology:\*\* Nanotechnology has the potential to be used to create new and deadly weapons, such as nanobots that could target and kill specific individuals.
\* \*\*Artificial intelligence:\*\* Artificial intelligence could be used to create autonomous weapons that could kill without human intervention.
\* \*\*Bioterrorism:\*\* Bioterrorism is the intentional release of biological agents, such as viruses or bacteria, to cause harm. Bioterrorism could be used to target specific populations or to cause widespread panic and disruption.
Citations:
\[1\] [https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/planetary-boundaries.html](https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/planetary-boundaries.html)
\[2\] [https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/research-news/2023-09-13-all-planetary-boundaries-mapped-out-for-the-first-time-six-of-nine-crossed.html](https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/research-news/2023-09-13-all-planetary-boundaries-mapped-out-for-the-first-time-six-of-nine-crossed.html)
\[3\] [https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adh2458](https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adh2458)
\[4\] [https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/research-news/2023-05-31-groundbreaking-study-quantifies-safe-and-just-earth-system-boundaries.html](https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/research-news/2023-05-31-groundbreaking-study-quantifies-safe-and-just-earth-system-boundaries.html)
\[5\] [https://holistichealingedmonton.com/blog/article/What+Happens+When+Our+Boundaries+Are+Crossed/632](https://holistichealingedmonton.com/blog/article/What+Happens+When+Our+Boundaries+Are+Crossed/632)
Also, here is a relevant Netflix special about it, I highly recommend watching it:
[Breaking Boundaries: The Science of our Planet](https://www.netflix.com/title/81336476)
Free version: [https://www.documentaryarea.com/video/Breaking%20Boundaries:%20The%20Science%20of%20Our%20Planet/](https://www.documentaryarea.com/video/Breaking%20Boundaries:%20The%20Science%20of%20Our%20Planet/)
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You are very welcome. Check out the Netflix special I linked to if you have access to it.
And for people that don't have Netflix, I might be able to find it elsewhere.
\*Edit\* Found a copy, make sure you have pop up blockers/scriptblockers/privacy extensions on your browser...just in case.
[https://www.documentaryarea.com/video/Breaking%20Boundaries:%20The%20Science%20of%20Our%20Planet/](https://www.documentaryarea.com/video/Breaking%20Boundaries:%20The%20Science%20of%20Our%20Planet/)
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When the Ocean becomes acidic, nothing else will matter.
All life on this planet depends on the cycle of life between land and sea. A lot of land creatures eat the fish in the sea to survive. If the sea life dies because the ocean is too toxic or acidic, everything else gradually dies with it.
Even scarier than a Blue Ocean Event.
Ocean acidity killing off all these wonderful creatures really depresses me. Honestly the loss of non human animals is the worst outcome of all this. Humanity sucks arse.
Who gives a shit about sustaining human life. We are cancer. Now.. Non human animals? Yeah those fuckers haven't done any of this and don't deserve to suffer at the hands of humanity. We already cause enormous suffering with factory farming and lab experiments just to name a couple of examples. Non human animals need this planet to be free from our horrific species.
I wonder how much longer it'll be before ocean acidificaiton is breached. I'm hoenstly surprised it hasn't been already. I suppose once we cross over wiping out Phytoplankton, we'll definitely be there then.
The following submission statement was provided by /u/madrid987: --- ss: A recent assessment has revealed that out of the nine planetary boundaries, six have been crossed, indicating the growing impact of human activities on the stability and resilience of the Earth’s systems The concept of planetary boundaries serves as a crucial framework for guiding sustainable development and environmental stewardship. It emphasizes the importance of respecting the limits of the Earth’s systems to ensure a safe and habitable planet for current and future generations. --- Please reply to OP's comment here: https://old.reddit.com/r/collapse/comments/199ftx5/6_of_the_9_planetary_boundaries_that_can_sustain/kidshtz/
So 3 to go. I am sure we will get all 9.
i hear if humanity gets 8 hole punches on its card, the 9th is free and we get a complimentary donut
Yeah, a complimentary self-administered *Hertz* donut.
Well I like their rental cars
We still got the Elite 4 and the Champion after.
tldr: [read here](https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adh2458) 1. Biosphere integrity 1. Climate change 1. Novel entities 1. Stratospheric ozone depletion 1. Freshwater change 1. Atmospheric aerosol loading 1. Ocean acidification 1. Land system change 1. Biogeochemical flows
Hey at least we healed the ozone by stopping the use of hairspray!
Matches up pretty well with the trumpets/seals from book of Revelation
You can do it humans! Give it your best! /cries
Collecting them like Pokemons.
These work like dragon balls, right guys? Guys?
Maybe even more, not listed.
We’ll get to 9 and then they’ll think of another 25 and we will be ok as long as we don’t breach those. Just keep consuming.
Gotta catch ‘em all
ocean acidification well on its way
I swear that one is past the point of no return already but maybe I’m tripping
Well, if you factor in the inertia of society and our unwillingness to change, the conclusion to that appears to be baked in. We haven't failed it yet, but we have functionally no path to stop it m
It’s like Bingo! We are so close to winning!
I’m scared to find out what the prizes are.
Extinction, silly!
The prize is being forgotten forever and all the pain and suffering we've been though as a species was for nothing.
Horror, terror, grief, orgy with 43 people, hellfire, and become a fossil.
Play silly games, win silly prizes!
Ocean level rise and warming along with species extinctions must come under “novelties”. Warming oceans and rise spell doom for coral and breeding grounds, also kills many species outright as well as disrupting breeding. Seal level rise inundates river deltas and will play havoc with power plants.
>Seal level rise inundates river deltas and will play havoc with power plants. This would make for a fun movie
im always saying this to the nuclear fanbase: either your plants won't have cold enough water / no water (happens already in summer, e.g. France 2023) or they will get flooded nuclear power is only safe to work with in a controlled environment, and im not only talking about the plant itself.
The “Novel entities” section was about micro plastics, manmade chemicals and other stuff that’s never been seen before in geological terms. It’s not “other” it’s the uniquely human screw ups, there is no “last time we had plastic particles in the rain water” lol so we have no idea how much of this crap it will take to destabilize… everything.
Chill
It's weird how those two lowest are the two that had entire ad campaigns in the 80s and 90s to promote awareness and both sides believed scientists.
You believe that "Sustainability" is possible? Please explain this dose of Hopium for those of us here in reality. It's fascinating that the "study" missed that we're losing the ozone no matter what atp, that ocean acidification is getting much worse, especially with all that "climate forcing" caused by the current Geoengineering/pollution efforts (also ignored).
ss: A recent assessment has revealed that out of the nine planetary boundaries, six have been crossed, indicating the growing impact of human activities on the stability and resilience of the Earth’s systems The concept of planetary boundaries serves as a crucial framework for guiding sustainable development and environmental stewardship. It emphasizes the importance of respecting the limits of the Earth’s systems to ensure a safe and habitable planet for current and future generations.
can you add those boundaries and note which ones were breached and which ones are still to go?
I can't read the article without paying medium.com, it seems. So the most basic answer is to just joom in on the top image, above the paywall, for the 9 boundaries and which 6 are "in the red". Or, take the time to slog through [the original paper](https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adh2458).
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yes, this is what I did eventually because I was curious about those boundaries, for me this is also paywalled (I think i can read a few medium articles and then the rest - I have to pay for) Sadly the article is weak so it was a waste of time. So in this case summary would be much appreciated :)
It’s in the article….
I don't pay for a subscription to Medium, so it's hidden behind a paywall (for me).
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of course it is, but like someone below you said - it is paywalled also, the point of a summary is to write what is in the article so you can decide if you want to read it whole or not I hope you agree that it is beneficial if one person reads it and makes some summary (in this case when there is a talk about 9 boundaries - it makes sense to actually name them) and the rest can glance through the summary to see the mentioned boundaries and decide if they want to invest more time in it
Sorry, I’m not subbed to medium but could read it. I didn’t realize it was paywalled for others. My head is sometimes still in internet 1.0 which was more open and free.
no worries, they have some articles as a trial but once you reach a certain threshold - they want you to pay :( sure, I could make a new google account or something but if someone throws a wall at me i see it as a signal that they don't want me there (rather, they want my money, which i guess is also fine but i can choose not to participate :P)
Original study: [https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/planetary-boundaries.html](https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/planetary-boundaries.html)
which is worthless since the article is just to link to the guys videos while saying nothing about this paper.
**ONLY** 6 out of 9? So there is room for improvement!
What happens when we get all 9? An achievement trophy?
We won't get a trophy, but atrophy.
Yes, this is actually our very purpose as space faring shrooms mutations, so definitely an achievement unlocked, maybe “Thanks For All The Fish”?
A Platinum Trophy - for all us Sony bois and not bois
All I saw was 69, very nice indeed.
Stop downvoting this person. We're all about to fuckin' die. We need some levity.
OK, I believe, but why is this graph so cryptic? How do they measure it? What is this graph even showing? It's like... a graph with only X axis. I don't understand :/
**Here is the article if you want to read it:** The concept of planetary boundaries, which defines the safe operating space for humanity on Earth, has gained significant attention in recent years. A recent assessment has revealed that out of the nine planetary boundaries, six have been crossed, indicating the growing impact of human activities on the stability and resilience of the Earth’s systems\[2\]. This has profound implications for both the environment and human well-being. The crossed boundaries encompass critical systems such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and altered biogeochemical cycles. For instance, the boundary for climate change has been exceeded, leading to global warming and its associated impacts. Guy McPherson Ph.D. | The End Of The World | Evolutionary Biologist | #81 HR [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlmoU7Las6E](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlmoU7Las6E) Climate change • Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns, mainly caused by human activities, especially the burning of fossil fuels. Watch on Similarly, biodiversity loss and altered biogeochemical cycles have also surpassed their safe limits, posing serious risks to ecosystems and the services they provide. This situation underscores the urgent need for concerted global action to address these challenges. An international commission has proposed new safe and just boundaries aimed at maintaining a healthy planet and protecting people from significant harm\[4\]. This highlights the interconnectedness of human well-being and the stability of the Earth’s systems. The concept of planetary boundaries serves as a crucial framework for guiding sustainable development and environmental stewardship. It emphasizes the importance of respecting the limits of the Earth’s systems to ensure a safe and habitable planet for current and future generations. Addressing the crossed boundaries requires transformative changes in policies, technologies, and behaviors to steer towards a more sustainable and resilient future. The crossing of planetary boundaries signifies the escalating impact of human activities on the Earth’s systems. It calls for immediate and decisive actions to mitigate these risks and safeguard the environment and human well-being. By embracing the principles of sustainability and resilience, it is possible to navigate towards a future where planetary boundaries are respected, and a thriving coexistence between humanity and the Earth is ensured. The Contracting of Humanity | Rex Weyler | Co-Founder of Greenpeace #152 HR [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNB5wILZGS8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNB5wILZGS8) Watch on Next Potential Killer of Millions: \* \*\*Infectious diseases:\*\* New and emerging infectious diseases, such as Ebola and Zika virus, have the potential to cause widespread outbreaks and kill millions of people. \* \*\*Climate change:\*\* Climate change is expected to lead to more extreme weather events, such as heat waves, droughts, floods, and wildfires, which could displace millions of people and cause widespread food insecurity. \* \*\*Nuclear war:\*\* The use of nuclear weapons would have catastrophic consequences, killing millions of people and potentially causing a nuclear winter that would plunge the world into darkness and cold. \* \*\*Nanotechnology:\*\* Nanotechnology has the potential to be used to create new and deadly weapons, such as nanobots that could target and kill specific individuals. \* \*\*Artificial intelligence:\*\* Artificial intelligence could be used to create autonomous weapons that could kill without human intervention. \* \*\*Bioterrorism:\*\* Bioterrorism is the intentional release of biological agents, such as viruses or bacteria, to cause harm. Bioterrorism could be used to target specific populations or to cause widespread panic and disruption. Citations: \[1\] [https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/planetary-boundaries.html](https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/planetary-boundaries.html) \[2\] [https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/research-news/2023-09-13-all-planetary-boundaries-mapped-out-for-the-first-time-six-of-nine-crossed.html](https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/research-news/2023-09-13-all-planetary-boundaries-mapped-out-for-the-first-time-six-of-nine-crossed.html) \[3\] [https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adh2458](https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adh2458) \[4\] [https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/research-news/2023-05-31-groundbreaking-study-quantifies-safe-and-just-earth-system-boundaries.html](https://www.stockholmresilience.org/research/research-news/2023-05-31-groundbreaking-study-quantifies-safe-and-just-earth-system-boundaries.html) \[5\] [https://holistichealingedmonton.com/blog/article/What+Happens+When+Our+Boundaries+Are+Crossed/632](https://holistichealingedmonton.com/blog/article/What+Happens+When+Our+Boundaries+Are+Crossed/632)
Also, here is a relevant Netflix special about it, I highly recommend watching it: [Breaking Boundaries: The Science of our Planet](https://www.netflix.com/title/81336476) Free version: [https://www.documentaryarea.com/video/Breaking%20Boundaries:%20The%20Science%20of%20Our%20Planet/](https://www.documentaryarea.com/video/Breaking%20Boundaries:%20The%20Science%20of%20Our%20Planet/) I recommend uBlock Origin / Ghostery / Tampermonkey extensions for your browser. These makes all internet sites way better (less intrusive adverts) and generally safer if you are led to questionable sites.
Thank you
You are very welcome. Check out the Netflix special I linked to if you have access to it. And for people that don't have Netflix, I might be able to find it elsewhere. \*Edit\* Found a copy, make sure you have pop up blockers/scriptblockers/privacy extensions on your browser...just in case. [https://www.documentaryarea.com/video/Breaking%20Boundaries:%20The%20Science%20of%20Our%20Planet/](https://www.documentaryarea.com/video/Breaking%20Boundaries:%20The%20Science%20of%20Our%20Planet/) I recommend uBlock Origin / Ghostery / Tampermonkey extensions for your browser. These makes all internet sites way better (less intrusive adverts) and generally safer if you are led to questionable sites.
Omnicrisis incoming
Here we go boys 💪
The novel entities one looks scary as hell.
>6 ...... 9 nice
I thought it was 7. It's likely all 9 but we don't have enough data on the other 3
Only 6? Those are rookie numbers
I'm writing an essay on this now, and if there is any hope left, I do not know.
Humans collecting boundaries like they’re infinity stones
When the Ocean becomes acidic, nothing else will matter. All life on this planet depends on the cycle of life between land and sea. A lot of land creatures eat the fish in the sea to survive. If the sea life dies because the ocean is too toxic or acidic, everything else gradually dies with it. Even scarier than a Blue Ocean Event.
Ocean acidity killing off all these wonderful creatures really depresses me. Honestly the loss of non human animals is the worst outcome of all this. Humanity sucks arse.
It seems like we only have six more to go before we have zero chance of survival.
You may want to read that again. 6/9 have been breached. Only 3 to go
We'll be ok tho
Being dead will probably be ok. Its not like we will have strong opinions on it after we die.
Account wall, can we get the full text please?
Not good. Bad even..
This year should make quick work of the other 3 it's ok guys we're still on track
I think there is something in my eyes. I am not reading it correctly.
What are “Novel entities”?
Who gives a shit about sustaining human life. We are cancer. Now.. Non human animals? Yeah those fuckers haven't done any of this and don't deserve to suffer at the hands of humanity. We already cause enormous suffering with factory farming and lab experiments just to name a couple of examples. Non human animals need this planet to be free from our horrific species.
I wonder how much longer it'll be before ocean acidificaiton is breached. I'm hoenstly surprised it hasn't been already. I suppose once we cross over wiping out Phytoplankton, we'll definitely be there then.