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“In the end, it will just melt away quite suddenly. It might not be as early as 2013 but it will be soon, much earlier than 2040.”

Quote by Peter Wadhams

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Peter Wadhams
Peter Wadhams

Peter Wadhams is a renowned cryospheric scientist, born on May 14, 1948. He has a deep expertise in sea ice research, particularly focusing on the changes in Arctic and Antarctic sea ice. Professor Wadhams has held a position at the University of Cambridge and has made significant contributions to global climate research. more

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