Peril and Promise

How the World Warmed: Climate Change Through History

Season 2018 Episode 7 | 5m 30s

Starting 100,000 years ago and ending with future projections in 2100 and beyond, this animation highlights major climate-related milestones within the context of world history. How did we get to where we are today with an ever-warming world?

Aired: 07/26/18 | Rating: NR

Major funding for Peril and Promise is provided by Dr. P. Roy and Diana T. Vagelos with additional funding from The Marc Haas Foundation, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, and the Cheryl and Philip Milstein Family.

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