By: George C. Keefe
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​The numbers about our climate crisis can feel overwhelming.

With atmospheric CO2 levels now at 425 parts per million – over 50% higher than pre-industrial times – we're living in conditions that Earth hasn't experienced since long before humans walked the planet.

Yet within this sobering reality lies an extraordinary opportunity for transformation and renewal.

To put this in perspective, the last time our planet experienced similar CO2 levels was 14-16 million years ago, in an era before our earliest ancestors had even diverged from gorillas.

Through human activity, primarily the burning of fossil fuels, we've added a trillion tons of excess CO2 to our atmosphere.

This legacy carbon is the driving force behind the climate disruption we're witnessing today.

But here's where the story takes a turn toward hope.

While the current global target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 is crucial, it's just the first chapter in a more ambitious narrative.

Think of our climate challenge like a forest fire: stopping emissions (extinguishing the flames) is essential, but true recovery requires active restoration – replanting trees and rebuilding ecosystems.

This is where Restore The Climate (RTC) enters the picture with a bold vision.

We recognize that genuine climate security requires more than just halting the damage – we must actively heal our atmosphere.

Our mission is to remove that trillion tons of excess CO2 by 2050, returning our planet to the stable climate that allowed human civilization to flourish.

Some might call this goal ambitious, even impossible.

But nature has already shown us the way.

Throughout Earth's history, natural processes have transformed atmospheric CO2 levels, creating the conditions that made our world habitable.

RTC is committed to accelerating and enhancing these natural processes, combining ancient planetary wisdom with modern innovation.

The path forward is clear but requires immediate action.

To achieve our 2050 goal of a restored climate, we must scale up climate-restoration solutions dramatically by 2030.

This isn't just about preventing further damage – it's about actively healing our planet's systems and creating a future where both humanity and nature can thrive.

At RTC, we're not just fighting against climate change; we're fighting for climate restoration.

Our approach acknowledges that while the challenge is immense, so too is our capacity for positive transformation.

By working with nature's time-tested methods and enhancing them through human ingenuity, we can achieve what might seem impossible: a return to a safe and stable climate.

The trillion tons of CO2 we need to remove isn't just a number – it's an invitation to participate in one of humanity's greatest achievements.

As we scale up our restoration efforts over the coming years, we're not just working to prevent disaster; we're working to create a world that's healthier and more resilient than before.

Join us in this vital mission.

The time for climate restoration is now, and together, we can write the next chapter in Earth's remarkable story.

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Note: The Author, George C. Keefe is an Environmentalist, Green Coatings Enthusiast, Advisor, Contractor, Consultant, Vegan, Blogger, Podcaster. Protecting the Health of People & Planet. CEO & Founder at GLOBAL Encasement, Inc., Restoration & Management vs Removal & Replacement. Why Replace – Just Encase!
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