Conditions capable of supporting multicellular life are predicted to continue for another billion years, but humans will inevitably become extinct within several million years. We explore the paradox of a habitable planet devoid of people, and consider how to prioritise our actions to maximise life after we are gone.
Keywords: Anthropocene; climate change; conservation prioritisation; extinction; novel ecosystems.
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