A new map of the world: mapping climate change

A new map of the world has been unveiled at the Science Museum in London. The map is based on a projected scenario of a 4 degree rise in world temperatures. The projection shown on the map was generated using Met Office Hadley Centre's HadCM3 model, and shows that an average rise of 4 ºC (7 ºF) will not be spread uniformly across the globe.

The map is interactive and you can inquire about specific changes in water avauilability, forest files, rise in sea levels etc. It is sobering and very thought provoking to see what might happen to our planet if the Copenhagen Summit does not reach agreement. The Guardian has also published an article on the map. Please to look at at the map. Explore the possibilities of what might happen, pray, and then, if you feel so inclined, make your voice heard. The UK government's website Act on Copenhagen has also very comprehensive links to the nature of the political debate on this issue, as well as scientific facts.




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