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Thwaites Glacier will keep losing ice even if oceans cool
The British Antarctic Survey reports that Thwaites Glacier in West Antarctica will continue losing ice even if ocean temperatures decline. The finding suggests that changes already set in motion are effectively irreversible on human timescales, with the glacier's retreat driven by ongoing dynamics rather than current ocean conditions alone. Thwaites is widely watched because its collapse could contribute substantially to global sea-level rise, making the announcement significant for climate projections and coastal planning worldwide.
Why now: New research from the British Antarctic Survey indicates the glacier's ice loss is locked in, raising alarms about unavoidable sea-level rise
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- Thwaites Glacier will keep losing ice even if oceans cool · British Antarctic Survey (BAS)
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