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EPISODE · Apr 8, 2025 · 1 MIN

CO₂ Is Natural, But That Doesn’t Mean It’s Harmless!

from Beyond The Brink · host Lubna QARYOUTI

You've probably heard it: “CO₂ isn’t a pollutant—it’s natural.” And it’s true—carbon dioxide is part of the Earth's natural systems. But in excess, it becomes a powerful force for climate disruption.In this episode of Beyond the Brink, we debunk the myth that CO₂ is harmless just because it’s natural. You’ll learn how: ✅ CO₂ traps heat and intensifies the greenhouse effect✅ Human activities have pushed levels past 420 ppm—the highest in over 3 million years✅ The last time CO₂ was this high, sea levels were 20–30 meters higher✅ Being “natural” doesn’t mean being safe🎧 In just 1.41 minutes, you’ll get a clear, science-backed understanding of why CO₂ is central to the climate crisis—and why the “natural = good” argument doesn’t hold up.🔊 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts.#BeyondTheBrink #ClimateMyths #CarbonEmissions #GreenhouseEffect #ClimateScience #Podcast

You've probably heard it: “CO₂ isn’t a pollutant—it’s natural.” And it’s true—carbon dioxide is part of the Earth's natural systems. But in excess, it becomes a powerful force for climate disruption.In this episode of Beyond the Brink, we debunk the myth that CO₂ is harmless just because it’s natural. You’ll learn how: ✅ CO₂ traps heat and intensifies the greenhouse effect✅ Human activities have pushed levels past 420 ppm—the highest in over 3 million years✅ The last time CO₂ was this high, sea levels were 20–30 meters higher✅ Being “natural” doesn’t mean being safe🎧 In just 1.41 minutes, you’ll get a clear, science-backed understanding of why CO₂ is central to the climate crisis—and why the “natural = good” argument doesn’t hold up.🔊 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts.#BeyondTheBrink #ClimateMyths #CarbonEmissions #GreenhouseEffect #ClimateScience #Podcast

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