Climate Sensitivity Factors
James discusses the complexities of calculating climate sensitivity, emphasizing the Stefan Boltzmann response as a crucial factor. He highlights that while a basic estimate suggests a temperature increase of about 0.25 degrees per watt per square meter of forcing, this figure is a significant underestimation without considering various feedback mechanisms. The implications of greenhouse gas concentration doubling could lead to a notable rise in equilibrium temperatures, underscoring the urgency of understanding these dynamics.In this clip
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Episode 142: The Greenhouse Effect
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