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The Science Behind Climate Change – What You Need to Know.

The science behind climate change: What you need to know

Changes in Earth’s climate are consistent with an increase in heat-trapping greenhouse gases due to human activities, including burning fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas) and land-use changes. This warming phenomenon has its source in human activities like burning fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas). Increased concentrations of these gases are also contributing […]

Climate Change in the Delta Area

Climate Change in the Delta Area

Climate change is changing water and weather patterns worldwide, including in the delta area. Changes in these patterns will raise flood elevations, shorten the vertical distance between levees and floodwaters, and increase levee seepage and stability failures. The Bay Area has already experienced a sea level rise of approximately eight inches since 1850, and a […]

Sea Level Rise and Melting Glaciers

Melting Glaciers

The melting of glaciers has caused sea levels to rise. This is a cause for concern because it is impacting marine life. This is especially true for coral reefs which depend on sunlight for photosynthesis. As sea levels rise, less light will reach these creatures. This will threaten their existence. But how can we prevent […]