In the discussion of climate change urgency, various sources suggest differing timelines for when action must be taken to effectively save the planet. Some report a range of years from as few as four to more than eleven, reflecting the variability in expert opinions and media portrayals of the issue. This inconsistency can create confusion and urgency, depending on how the information is presented.

Bill Bryson's book, "Seeing Further: The Story of Science and the Royal Society," highlights this disparity in urgency, implying that the call for immediate action is ever-present. The phrase "eleven years to save the planet" has become a notable slogan, yet it emphasizes the broader, ongoing conversation about climate action and the need for society to respond decisively to environmental challenges.