Scientist says only earth can save itself

Professor James Lovelock, the scientist who developed Gaia theory, says it is too late to try and save the planet, BBC News reports.

The man who achieved global fame for his theory that the whole earth is a single organism now believes that we can only hope that the earth will take care of itself in the face of completely unpredictable climate change.

He said that while the earth’s future was utterly uncertain, mankind was not aware it had “pulled the trigger” on global warming as it built its civilizations.  At the age of 90, Professor Lovelock is resigned to his own fate and the fate of the planet. Whether the planet saves itself or not, he argues, all we can do is to “enjoy life while you can”. Watch the videos.