Why Experts Say We Have Just 12 Years to Stop Climate Change – The Shocking Truth Revealed!

It’s Time to End the Climate Change Debate

As the seasons shift, many in the East Kootenay region are witnessing something unsettling: an extended summer that feels more like an endless summer vacation. Local resident Gerry Warner, an experienced journalist and self-proclaimed weather enthusiast, reflects on how his childhood memories of crisp autumns and snowy winters have been replaced by an unusual climatic phenomenon. According to Warner, this year, he experienced swimming in lakes well into October, flowers blooming late into the fall, and an alarming number of bugs still buzzing around as winter approaches. This begs the larger question: What is happening to our climate?

While the simplistic answer often points to climate change and global warming, Warner argues that this does not fully address the underlying causes or the historical context. Climate change is not a new concept; it has occurred throughout Earth's 4.5 billion-year history. From ice ages that once extended to equatorial regions to periods warm enough for dinosaurs to thrive in what is now the Arctic, the planet has seen significant fluctuations in climate long before human intervention.

Warner posits that both sides of the climate change debate—the alarmists and the skeptics—have valid points, suggesting that it’s time to stop the infighting and begin working together to address the issue. He points to geological evidence, such as the discovery of dinosaur bones in northern climates, as irrefutable proof that the Earth has been undergoing climate change for millennia. However, he emphasizes that the Industrial Revolution represents a significant turning point, introducing unprecedented levels of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere and accelerating the warming process.

“If we don’t start taking climate change seriously, we’re all doomed,” Warner warns, highlighting a sense of urgency that resonates with many as extreme weather events increase across the globe. The recent COP30 World Climate Conference in Brazil saw notable absences, such as that of the Trump administration, which former presidential candidate John Kerry criticized for undermining international cooperation on climate issues. This lack of engagement raises questions about how the U.S. plans to address its contribution to global warming.

In Warner’s own community of Cranbrook, life appears stable for now, with a bustling economy supported by industries like coal and hydro energy. However, he expresses concern over the sustainability of this growth. The economy's reliance on raw materials raises the question: How long can this last? As resources dwindle, can technology like artificial intelligence provide solutions, or might it exacerbate existing problems? The future remains uncertain, and Warner warns against complacency. “Will we become the 51st state, waving a flag for the stars and stripes?” he asks, contemplating a fate he considers "a fate worse than death."

As we grapple with these pressing issues, Warner's reflections serve as a reminder that the time for debate may be over. It’s time for action—cooperation rather than contention. With the evidence mounting and the planet’s future hanging in the balance, the focus must shift from arguing about the existence of climate change to finding viable solutions that can be implemented today. Only through collective efforts can we hope to mitigate the risks associated with our changing climate.

— Gerry Warner is a retired journalist who wishes to see the border remain right where it is.