In a leap of research audacity that would leave even Jules Verne agog, esteemed “researchers” have now extended their climate change theories beyond the confines of our blue planet, reaching out into the unknown, the unexplored – the realm of exoplanets. It seems that even hypothetical alien territories are not spared from the fretful narrative of carbon footprints.
A study conducted by Hebrew University of Jerusalem, The University of Maryland, College Park, and the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, ventured into the potential effects of greenhouse gas supplements on both Earth and, rather startlingly, “temperate terrestrial exoplanets.” The research points to a parallel relationship between CO2 supplement and intensified warming in non-irradiated regions, impacting global circulation patterns.
By employing ExoCAM and CMIP6 model simulations, these intrepid researchers found that the addition of CO2 to an atmosphere leads to increased warming in areas that are conveniently shielded from direct sunlight. These localized temperature changes could apparently bring about significant alterations in global circulation, even on an exoplanet located light years away.
Quite a fascinating leap, one must admit, applying terrestrial conclusions on climate dynamics to an extraterrestrial body based on hypothetical models. Makes one wonder about the broad brushstrokes being used here in the intricate artwork of climate science.
The study also reveals that introducing a greater supplement of CO2 into the atmosphere enhances temporal stability near the surface but decreases stability at low pressures. Surprisingly, this observation holds true for both Earth and TRAPPIST-1e, despite their distinct climate states. Dr. Assaf Hochman, from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, emphasized the importance of comprehending the intricate connections between greenhouse gases and climate dynamics on both Earth and potentially habitable exoplanets.
Yeah, they got the atmospheric dynamics of TRAPPIST-1e down to a tee. No uncertainty there.
These findings shed light on the complex interactions between greenhouse gases and climate dynamics, offering crucial insights into the habitability of exoplanets and the potential impacts of greenhouse gas emissions on Earth’s climate,” said Dr. Assaf Hochman.
The quest for knowledge is, of course, commendable. The expansion of our understanding of exoplanetary science remains an exciting and pivotal frontier, even if the potential for habitable worlds beyond our solar system remains elusive.
But, as the narrative around greenhouse gases and climate dynamics continues to spin an ever-widening web, it seems to now encompass interstellar proportions. It might not be long before we see the Milky Way’s first interplanetary carbon tax, adding a new layer of complexity to the already tangled threads of interstellar law.
Not to be confused with Bird Law
Comments are open for those who wish to dive into the intergalactic climate change discussion. However, while typing away on your keyboards, do be mindful of your carbon footprint. One wouldn’t want to unintentionally upset any distant cosmic neighbors.
JOURNAL REFERENCE: Hochman, A., Komacek, T.D. & De Luca, P. Greenhouse gas supplement increases warming and alters circulation patterns on Earth and Earth-like exoplanets. Nature (2023). DOI 10.1038/s41598-023-38026-8
I expect this post to be fact-checked by that sad little regime enforcer Zack Fishman from NewsGuard
No where in Hochman, A., Komacek, T.D. & De Luca, P. is there any mention of SUVs or their existence on TRAPPIST-1e.
The image accompanying the article also appears doctored.
The clip about Bird Law is not from any trusted legal authority.
We rate this post to be misleading disinformation.
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