The Atlantic Conveyor is Slowing

One consequence of global warming might be a mini-ice age for the northern climes. As Arctic ice melts, fresh water from the melted ice flows into the North Atlantic. Unlike salty sea water, it doesn't sink as readily at the northern end of the Atlantic Conveyor. This slows it down and may even stop it. If it stops, the northern parts of Europe may experience a "short" ice age because of the lack of warm water coming from the conveyor.

If you consider 1,000 years to be short, then it will be short. The conveyor has already slowed down 30% in the last 12 years. The effects of global warming are already upon us and the consequences are real.

Let us not be in denial any more!