Accelerated Melting: Greenland Glaciers Retreat at Unprecedented Speed

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Accelerated Melting: Greenland Glaciers Retreat at Unprecedented Speed
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Greenland's glaciers are melting at an alarming rate, five times faster than in the 80s and 90s, according to a comprehensive study by Danish researchers. The study, which spanned 130 years and involved 1,000 glaciers, used satellite imagery and old aerial photos to establish the extent of melting due to climate change. The findings emphasize the urgent need for reducing CO2 emissions to mitigate future sea level rise.

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