Great Barrier Reef is "doomed"?

 

"The Great Barrier Reef is doomed by 2030 without immediate action," said Time magazine in 2013.

"Great Barrier Reef damage is ‘irreversible’ unless radical action taken," said the Guardian in 2014.

"The Great Barrier Reef is a victim of climate change," the Guardian declared in 2021, doubling down on the catastrophising.

And now, in 2024? Well, check it out:

Moral of the story?

The story of the Great Barrier Reef’s recovery challenges the dominant climate change narrative. While it’s crucial to remain vigilant about environmental protection, it’s equally important to base our policies and perceptions on accurate, comprehensive data. The resilience of the Great Barrier Reef serves as a reminder that nature can be more adaptable and robust than we often assume.