Climate Change Timeline

The timeline below visually illustrates the progression of our world over time as a result of climate change impacts.

1800 - The Natural World

Vast forests, clear skies, and thriving wildlife dominate the Earth. Human influence remains minimal.

1800 - The Natural World

1850–1949 - Early Industry

Factories rise. Railroads expand. Pollution starts creeping in as technology advances.

1850–1949 - Early Industry

1950–2024 - Rapid Development

Skies darken, wildlife fades, cities expand. Climate change becomes undeniable.

1950–2024 - Rapid Development

2025–2099 - Environmental Strain

Pollution peaks. Natural resources dwindle. Wildlife nearly disappears. Climate crisis dominates.

2025–2099 - Environmental Strain

2100+ - The Collapse

Earth burns. Natural systems fail. Climate disasters overwhelm. Humanity faces its reckoning.

2100+ - The Collapse Solutions