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Freshwater planetary boundary “considerably” transgressed: New research

Earth’s operating systems have stayed in relative balance for thousands of years, allowing the flourishing of civilization. However, humanity’s actions have resulted in the transgressing of multiple planetary boundaries, resulting in destabilization of those vital operating systems.

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Humans have altered North America’s ecosystems more than melting glaciers

Recent human activity, including agriculture, has had a greater impact on North America's plants and animals than even the glaciers that retreated more than 10,000 years ago.

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