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Strong governance, accelerated action, and empowered communities are essential to avoid cascading Earth system tipping points and achieve lasting, transformative change.
Lockdowns loomed large when Communications Earth & Environment launched 5 years ago. Since restrictions lifted, we have seen a push-back on science as well as an AI revolution. In response, the global community of Earth and environmental researchers must stand together, while remaining open-minded.
