It has been suggested that the Earth's temperature requires 25 to 50 years to reach 60% of its equilibrium response. Consequently, if GHG emissions were completely eliminated, warming would still continue for some time.
The need for global solutions to environmental, social, and economic challenges is greater than ever. The Center for Sustainable Systems, within the School of Natural Resources and Environment at the University of Michigan, leads interdisciplinary research to support the design, assessment, and management of systems that meet societal needs in a more sustainable manner.
