The Tipping Points
Season 1
The Tipping Points is a landmark TV series that explores the emerging tipping points of climate change that have recently drawn concern from scientific communities worldwide for their fragile and near-crisis state. The groundbreaking documentary series follows a group of eminent scientists as they venture off the grid to explore the perilous tipping points making our weather systems more extreme and unpredictable.
Where to Watch The Tipping Points • Season 1
6 Episodes
- Forests of the AmazonE1
Forests of the AmazonCarbon emissions are warming the atmosphere up to four degrees and is becoming increasingly apparent in the atmosphere. These factors can lead to a rapid shift in the make up of The Amazon, which currently absorbs 20 percent of the worlds carbon emissions. With out this mitigating factor, there is the potential for a global climate shift and terrible consequences. - Dangerous Rise of OceansE2
Dangerous Rise of OceansAlong with climate authorities Professor Mathew England, Dr. Stefan Rahmstorf and Professor Jim Hanson, Bernice Notenboom will discover the extent to which the inter-connected relationship of the great Oceans of the planet have with our weather systems. - The Siberian Methane LockerE3
The Siberian Methane LockerWhile scientist have focused on the effect carbon has on the atmosphere; few current climate models incorporate the amplifying feedback from methane. The gas would be released by a defrosting tundra and the effect it will have on global weather patterns with increased heat being circulated in the stratosphere. - Water Crisis IndiaE6
Water Crisis IndiaThe Himalaya’s and The Andes are the planet’s largest source of fresh water after polar ice, which is melting rapidly. This area of the world is home to the water supply for more than two billion people. The floods resulting from continued warming and increased melting is having a huge impact on the Ganges and is not only affecting the supply of water but additionally the spiritual life of the Indian people. The effects go beyond India and into the water supplies of both China and South America.