As someone deeply invested in the future of our planet, I can't help but reflect on the recent COP 28 summit. It's been a topic of heated discussion, often labeled a disappointment, stirring emotions ranging from despair to anger. Accusations of greed and negligence abound, but I believe the root of this failure lies in a series of misguided assumptions, both scientific and political.
In the realm of physics, there is no room for negotiation—no plea bargains, no backdoor deals. While a life of crime might afford you the chance to negotiate your sentence, the laws of physics are absolute. An object in motion, with its mass and trajectory, will cause damage precisely in line with these factors. There's no leeway.
The historical tension between art and science has never been more relevant than it is today, as we grapple with the existential crisis of climate change. Sir Isaac Newton and William Blake, two towering figures from their respective fields, serve as the perfect lens through which to examine this relationship.
