Super Short Summary

Under a White Sky: The Nature of the Future by Elizabeth Kolbert chronicles humanity's profound impact on Earth's landscapes, biodiversity, and atmosphere, examining attempts to mitigate these changes that often lead to complex challenges. The book explores the modification of the Chicago and Mississippi Rivers, the conservation of endangered species like the Devil’s Hole pupfish and corals, and climate interventions like carbon capture and solar geoengineering, highlighting the intricate balance between human innovation and unforeseen consequences.