Human activity is reshaping the way water moves between the Earth and atmosphere in intricate and potentially enduring ways that are difficult to imagine.
Patrick Keys, an Assistant Professor at Colorado State University, is an authority on climate and societal change. After years of research, he identified a gap in understanding the lasting effects of these changes, both within the public and the water research community.
To gain a deeper understanding of how these activities could impact the world, Keys collaborated with water scientists worldwide to create narrative-based scenarios depicting the potential futures that humanity may be facing, yet struggling to fully comprehend.
The findings were recently published in Global Sustainability, offering a creative approach to comprehending atmospheric water research, while also considering the potential economic and policy implications on the horizon.
The project includes visually stunning artist-made images paired with traditional science fiction narratives and alternative story forms, such as first-person journal entries. Keys believes that this approach provides a solid foundation in science for developing a shared understanding of future water management activities and challenges.
2024-04-05 04:51:02
Source from phys.org