According to the scientific consensus in their 2014 report, which statement was NOT agreed upon?

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The statement regarding climate change being reversible in the short-term is not aligned with the scientific consensus outlined in reports from organizations like the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). This consensus stresses that while certain actions can mitigate climate change, the long-term impacts of human-induced warming and environmental changes are significant and often irreversible within human timescales.

The other statements reflect widely supported positions in the scientific community. The consensus acknowledges that human activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels, are the primary drivers of recent global warming. Additionally, there is a strong agreement that if greenhouse gas emissions are not reduced, the resulting climate impacts will lead to serious consequences for natural resources and ecosystems. The consensus that the Earth is getting warmer is based on extensive data showing rising global temperatures over recent decades. These points illustrate the urgency and seriousness of addressing climate change, rather than suggesting a brief, manageable period of reversibility.