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A groundbreaking study delves into over 150 historical crises to uncover why some environmental shocks lead to disaster while others don't.

Researchers at the Complexity Science Hub Vienna have found that the outcomes of a changing climate crisis are determined by a combination of cultural, political, and economic factors, rather than solely environmental forces. They came to this conclusion after studying 150 past crises and analyzing the Crisis Database (CrisisDB), which contains historical crises from different regions and time periods.

It's no longer just about stopping, but how we can live with climate change. To figure this out, we must delve into our cultures, as highlighted in a special issue of The Royal Society. A study by the Complexity Science Hub points out how our history could help guide the way.