The Great Acceleration

The video discusses the 'hockey stick graph,' illustrating rapid changes in Earth's temperature and human activities like plastic production and energy use. It highlights the Great Acceleration, a period of significant growth and change since the 1800s, driven by fossil fuels and technological advancements. The video contrasts historical human impact with today's global influence, emphasizing the unpredictability of future changes.

In what ways did the world differ in 1950 compared to today, according to the text?

What might happen if someone were to wake up in 200 years, based on the text's perspective?