Climate Change
Climate Change
Climate Change
Certain gases in the atmosphere trap heat from the Increased emissions from burning fossil fuels,
sun, like a blanket. This natural process warms the deforestation, and agriculture have intensified the
planet, making life possible. greenhouse effect, causing global warming.
Causes of Climate Change
1 Fossil Fuel Burning 2 Deforestation
Burning coal, oil, and gas Trees absorb carbon
releases greenhouse dioxide from the
gases like carbon dioxide, atmosphere. Cutting
methane, and nitrous down forests reduces this
oxide. capacity, increasing
atmospheric CO2.
3 Agriculture
Livestock raising and agricultural practices release methane
and nitrous oxide, contributing significantly to greenhouse
gas emissions.
Impacts on the Environment
Rising Sea Levels Extreme Weather
Events
Melting glaciers and ice
sheets contribute to rising Climate change intensifies
sea levels, threatening extreme weather events like
coastal communities and hurricanes, droughts, heat
ecosystems. waves, and wildfires,
increasing risks and
damages.
Ocean Acidification
Increased CO2 absorption by oceans leads to acidification,
threatening marine life and coral reefs, disrupting marine
ecosystems.
Impacts on Human Health and
Society
Respiratory Problems
Air pollution from climate change can lead to respiratory illnesses, asthma, and
cardiovascular diseases.
Water Scarcity
Droughts and water shortages caused by climate change can lead to food insecurity
and conflicts over water resources.
Forced Migration
Climate change disrupts livelihoods and habitats, forcing people to migrate to escape
environmental degradation and its consequences.
Global Efforts to Combat
Climate Change
1 Paris Agreement (2015)
An international agreement to limit global warming to well
below 2 degrees Celsius, ideally to 1.5 degrees Celsius,
compared to pre-industrial levels.