Explore a thought-provoking lecture delivered by Jane Lubchenco at the AGU Spring Meeting 2002, honoring Rachel Carson's legacy. Delve into global-scale environmental changes, ecosystem transformations, and the challenges of navigating uncharted waters in environmental science. Examine topics such as mangroves, nitrogen fixation, harmful blooms, water exploitation, and ecosystem services. Despite potential rendering issues due to the age of the original file, gain valuable insights into the interconnectedness of environmental issues and their impact on our planet's future.