Aerosol boundary confirmed: Increased air pollution could tip monsoon

Earth Commission scientists have validated the regional “safe limit” for air pollution over South Asia, confirming that exceeding certain levels of airborne particles increases the risk of severe drought.

To address the climate and environmental crises, COP30 must move beyond siloed action. This is an important message from Earth Commissioner Steven Lade and colleagues.

Growing evidence shows that the oceans’ circulation systems can “tip” in a warming climate. The evidence is less clear for the monsoon systems, according to a new study led by Earth Commission researchers.

At a recent conference, participants received a sneak peek at the Earth Commission’s narratives of transformations to a safe and just world.