1.Arctic Sea Ice Melting:– Rapid loss of Arctic sea ice can amplify global warming by reducing the Earth's albedo, as ice reflects sunlight back into space.
2.Greenland Ice Sheet Collapse:– The melting of the Greenland Ice Sheet could contribute to sea level rise, impacting coastal regions globally.
3.West Antarctic Ice Sheet Disintegration:– Similar to Greenland, the disintegration of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet could lead to significant sea level rise.
4.Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) Shutdown:– Disruption of the AMOC, a large system of ocean currents, could have profound impacts on regional and global climate patterns.
5.Methane Hydrate Release:– Release of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, from frozen deposits in permafrost and ocean sediments could accelerate global warming.
6.Amazon Rainforest Dieback:– Large-scale deforestation and climate change may lead to a tipping point where the Amazon rainforest transitions from a lush ecosystem to a drier savannah.
7.Collapse of Coral Reefs:– Coral reefs are sensitive to temperature increases, and a tipping point could result in widespread coral bleaching and ecosystem collapse.
8.Boreal Forest Degradation:– Warming temperatures and increased fire frequency in boreal forests could trigger a tipping point, leading to the conversion of forests into carbon-emitting ecosystems.
9.Permafrost Thawing:– Thawing of permafrost releases stored carbon and methane, amplifying greenhouse gas concentrations and contributing to global warming.
10.Tropical Rainforest Dieback:– Changes in precipitation patterns, deforestation, and temperature increases could push tropical rainforests to a tipping point, impacting biodiversity and carbon storage.