Plastic pollution poses a grave danger to wildlife, with plastic that entraps, traps, engulfs or poisons animals posing a severe threat to them and contributing to climate change. Global solutions must be sought for this issue of plastic pollution. Solutions should include production, consumption and disposal measures – as well as international policies designed to […]
Tag Archives: green house effect
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Sep
Sep
No area of the world will escape climate change’s impacts; however, its effects will vary significantly among communities. Poorer counties in the U.S. will experience greater damage as a result. Some individuals can afford measures to combat climate pollution; unfortunately, billions of others cannot. 1. Loss of life and property Climate change has already caused […]
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Sep
Sep
Global warming is at an all-time high and world leaders need to act now if we want to avoid irreparable damage to the planet. Scientists warn that if temperatures continue their current path, Earth could reach tipping points — irreversible environmental changes — which may prove devastating for people, wildlife and natural ecosystems alike. Adaptation […]
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Sep
Sep
At some point in their childhoods, almost every child will encounter climate change hazards like air pollution, cyclones, disease and heatwaves; those in poverty tend to bear the brunt. Such threats threaten vital services like clean water supply, nutritious meals and secure shelter that are integral components of child wellbeing. Humans are contributing to global […]
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Sep
Sep
By heeding the IPCC’s urgent advice to limit warming, we may be able to prevent crossing critical thresholds that could have irreparable repercussions for both people and nature. But if we continue releasing carbon dioxide at its current pace, the future of climate change could look very different. Warmer temperatures will have different effects in […]
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Sep
Sep
Climate change is an increase in global average temperature caused by human activities – particularly the burning of fossil fuels that add heat-trapping greenhouse gases to Earth’s atmosphere. But people can adapt to climate hazards and take advantage of opportunities that come with changing weather conditions. Communities around the world are getting better at doing […]
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Sep
Sep
When global temperatures rise, they give more heat energy to the atmosphere. This in turn can make droughts and wildfires worse and lead to flooding when it rains. Scientists are studying how these extreme events may be linked to climate change. To understand this emerging field, Carbon Brief has mapped every attribution study on the […]
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Sep
Sep
Fossil fuel companies make billion-dollar profits from extracting and selling coal, oil and natural gas. They are also responsible for producing greenhouse gases, which cause climate change. Despite being aware of the risks, some fossil fuel companies are spreading misinformation and obstructing policies to move away from fossil fuels. They must be held accountable for […]
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Apr
Apr
Plant-based diets have been growing in popularity over the past few years as people become more conscious of the environmental impact of food choices and the potential health benefits of a plant-based lifestyle. A plant-based diet consists of a wide variety of foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds, and excludes […]
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Nov
Nov
Several countries are currently experiencing the effects of rising sea levels. This includes Kabul and surrounding areas in Afghanistan, New York City, and Miami Beach. These countries are all undergoing floods and atolls are also in danger. In addition, there are conflicting claims to the ocean’s resources and rights. Flooding in Kabul and surrounding regions […]