In scientific terms, Earth is considered many things; it harbours life, it’s the third planet away from the sun, it’s mostly made up of water, however amongst all it is home. Like any valued possession people must treat the Earth with the care and respect the planet deserves with cleanliness and preservation. Unfortunately due to the disbelief of cleanliness and lack of care, Earth is experiencing issues that happen when it’s nature isn’t preserved including climate changes and global warming. Climate change and global warming is not a myth and not enough is being done to preserve the Earth’s natural resources. In fact, climate change is already impacting the Earth and could change the environment beyond recognition by the time this generation’s …show more content…
For instance, in the Paris agreement more than 20 countries pledged to take action and help prevent global warming, climate change and promised to inhibit the temperature from increasing beyond 2C and keep it at 1.5C. However, the nations pledges have made little difference and The Independent, a London newspaper, asserts that, “in a major analysis of 10 different studies into the effect of what world leaders promised to do, researchers calculated that the planet was still on course for a temperature increase of 2.6C to 3.1C by the end of this century” ( “Paris Summit Pledges” ). That is to say, that it is clear that even though the countries who signed the Paris agreement and promised to make changes to prevent the temperature increase going above 2C and keep it at 1.5C are currently not contributing enough or are otherwise lacking in some way since the temperature is still estimated for that high increase. Greater effort is necessary to prevent further implications of global warming and climate change. Despite the fact that the increasing temperatures has been slightly reduced by curbing carbon dioxide emissions, John Von Radowitz claims that, “ Only ‘immediate and substantial’ reductions in greenhouse gas emissions can hope to prevent ‘massive’ impacts on marine ecosystems” ( Radowitz ). If the world continues …show more content…
By way of example, Walter Stark, denies the fact that global warming is even legitimate, “ global warming is a distant and uncertain possibility of a problem that most likely does not even exist” (Stark 46). Stark believe that global warming is nothing more than a rumor. Additionally, in the article Global Warming Is A Myth, by Harry C. Alford, Alford argues that global warming is merely a distraction that was procured by president Nixon when he suggests that, “ president Nixon saw it as a diversion from the anti-Vietnam War movement and the pressures of the Civil Rights Movement” (Alford). However, science is proof enough that global warming and climate change are real. There are numerous studies and research which proves not only that global warming is real but show just how great the effects from global warming have increased. Particularly, Roger Di Silvestro, from National Wildlife, states how, “ the global average temperature has risen 1.4 degrees F since 1750, a significant amount in terms of the world 's overall average” (Silvestro). The facts, scientific data and research that has been collected all validate that global warming and climate change are no
Climate change and Global Warming are out of control. This means that, no matter what policies, processes or actions are implemented, the Earth as we know it will never be the same again. There is significant evidence to support this hypothesis. The dilemma becomes whether we can limit the damage and adapt to a new status quo or not. Rising sea levels and the damage caused by this phenomenon has irreversible impacts on coastlines worldwide. Damage to sensitive reef systems cannot be fixed. This also has permanent impacts of the ecology not just of those immediate areas but also the ocean as a whole.
middle of paper ... ... The impacts are already happening around us and are likely to impact fresh water resources, food, coastal systems, and natural ecosystems. Animals and plants have already begun to change the way they live, yet are vulnerable, and if no action is taken, may leave us horrified with results. Yes, we need to continue to hold industries accountable for their greenhouse emissions slowing down global warming, but we cannot stand on this decision alone.
The most well-known and discussed is COP21, in which “The Paris Agreement” was drafted. It has been seen as a pivotal point in climate change combatance by many people as all the present nations, both developed and developing, agreed upon an initiative to keep global warming below what most scientists say is the critical threshold of two degrees Celsius warming by 2100. Not only does this force an important change in environmental policy across several countries, but it also demonstrates a unity never before seen before on this issue. Interestingly, however, after the goal of the agreement was set, each nation was able to submit its own plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
But the debate over whether climate change is real or not is over. The U.S National Academy of Sciences quotes, “Some scientific conclusions or theories have been so thoroughly examined and tested, and supported by many independent observations and results, that their likelihood of subsequently being found to be wrong is vanishingly small. Small conclusions and theories are then regarded as settled facts. This is the case for the conclusions that the Earth System is warming and that much of this warming is very likely due to human activities.” This suggests that there is a strong body of evidence from all around the world including record temperatures, rising sea levels, retreating glaciers and extreme weather events showing that climate change is occurring and it is mostly caused by human activities. According to Metz, “July 2012 marked the hottest month in U.S history, and drought expanded to cover 63% of the contiguous U.S. The average temperature was 25.33 degrees Celsius, 1.8 degrees about the 20th-century average, making the hottest 12-month period the nation had endured in 117 years of record-keeping.” This suggests that these record-breaking temperatures are the result of global warming. It is nothing else but climate
Due to climate changes, we are a “gradual and uncertain rather than immediate and obvious” process, we as humans cannot understand it (Jamieson, 102). In addition, climate change effects have no geographical bounds and because very few people pay attention to events that occur beyond national boundaries, most people are oblivious to its existence. Jamieson makes the point that climate change must be thought rather than sensed, and we as humans are not very good at thinking (Jamieson, 103). On top of that, even if we succeed in thinking that something is a threat, we are less reactive than if we sense that it is a threat. Since we cannot even comprehend climate change's presence in our world right now, it also makes it extremely difficult for us to comprehend how our anthropogenic actions of today will affect future generations all over the world.
Global warming and the greenhouse effect are issues discussed by scientists all the time. A natural process that keeps earths temperature at a livable rate is called the greenhouse effect. The energy from the sun warms up the earth when the rays from the sun are absorbed by greenhouse gasses. The gasses then become trapped in the atmosphere. Carbon dioxide, water vapor, methane and nitrous oxide are the most common greenhouse gasses. Greenhouse gases cause the radiant heat of the sun to be trapped in the Earths lower atmosphere which causes global warming. If there weren’t any greenhouse gasses, the earth would be really cold due to very little sun rays being absorbed on the earth. Global warming can and will lead to several problems that affect the environment in which we humans live in. These problems can lead to warmer temperatures all around the world, it can endanger animals and the wildlife, and it can lead to widespread flooding from the glaciers melting. Here are a few more future effects that I will discuss in more detail about. Damage to human health, Severe stress on forests, wetlands, and other natural habitats, how fish will be affected. Global warming is a serious problem that will affect our generation when we are older.
Climate change is an inevitable phenomenon that is being experienced globally in various forms, such as temperature rise. Sea level rise, droughts, floods, hurricanes, landslides, etc. According to the fourth assessment report of the IPCC project, even with immediate implementation of mitigation strategies, global climate change will continue for decades. Climate change is inflicting serious consequences on human wellbeing and will continue to inflict damage in the future. It is estimated that global temperature will rise by 1.8 oC - 4.0 oC by the end of the 21st century (Izaurraade, 2009).
Environmental problems may seem as a concern that is beyond the reach of the masses. But, people can affect the environment through their own personal lifestyle choices. By furthering the awareness of environmental problems, humanity will be able to begin to overcome the challenges of climate change, finding renewable energy, and pollution. The populous needs to understand that combating these issues is within their reach and they can positively benefit the environment through simple actions. Most importantly, the world needs to work together to reach these outlined goals. Saving the Earth is a global concern and should be treated as one. Hopefully, humanity will realize the importance of environmental issues and find a way to make the world a better place in the future.
Due to the increasing and obvious sign that the Earth is sick, humankind should step up in order to prevent the continuous health deterioration of the Earth. This is because taking care of Earth is no longer an option – it is a necessity. With the continuing effects of a sickening Earth such as global warming, natural disaster and pollution that is threatening the environment and humankind, it’s hard to say that our planet Earth will be the way it is today in the future. Without Earth, there would be any of us and that is why it is important for us to save the Earth before it’s too late.
All over the world there are many different ecosystems that make up our planet. These ecosystems revolve around stability. Their stability is determined by the environmental factors occurring within the system. Among the factors involved there are many that we as a people cannot control. Climate, weather, and things like these are elements which we cannot mediate. However there is one factor which the human race has a lot to do with, and that is pollution. Pollution puts the factors of stability into a bind. It destroys habitat and resources for all living things. Not to mention that it puts a severe strain on our atmosphere. It also poses a serious health risks to those organisms that are operating survivors of the environmental battering. Since we as humans are the only organisms capable of recognizing these threats to our world, we are also the only ones who can put a stop to it. Pollution is and always will be a factor, our mission is not to eradicate it but rather to reduce the contributing factors and educate the population of their self-destructive habits. Negligence towards the earth's wellbeing is far from a new subject. Scientists in the particular field of environmental biology have always been aware of the earth and its needs. But not until the sixties did the general public start to become aware of the earth's distress. The bottom line comes down to a few major contributing factors: earth's population creates more waste than it can store, the production of CFC's (chlorofluorocarbons: aerosol cans, factory exhaust, car exhaust), and negligence of personal contribution. These three factors are, quite simply the downfall of the environment. With these factors in existence, a call to action of sorts is necessary. Throu...
Our planet has managed to survive and thrive for about 4.54 billion years. In the last 2 million years we have caused enough damage and destruction to make our world “broken” beyond repair. We will not be able to get back the world we once had. The reason behind this is global warming, specifically, the increase of the global temperature due to the burning of fossil fuels and the release of greenhouse gas emissions into our atmosphere. If we do not make the issue of global warming a priority in today`s society, our entire way of life will be at risk. There are many reasons why so many people believe global warming should be a concern. Thoroughly examined points include: scientific predictions, rising temperatures, human causes, drastic climate changes and animal adaptations. Though there are several points arguing how global warming should not be a concern, the reality of the matter is that it needs to be taken into consideration on a global scale before it is too late, as to do nothing would have devastating implications on humankind.
The earth is being destroyed by humans, more than ever due to society views on conserving. There is no denying that the environment is constantly changing. However, as the environment changes, so does the need to become aware of the problems that come with these changes. Our current environmental problems demand attention because if we don’t take action and, instead ignore these problems, the earth wont last as long as it should. We are destroying the earth with our lack of knowledge and responsibility. There are many ways we are harming the environment, but there are also many ways we can help it, even when we have no control over somethings, there are things we can do to make the earth better, such as switching over to solar and wind power, conserving water, recycling, and being more caring of our wildlife.
...as human we need to take care of it by following all the correct measurement. Maybe, the smallest action can bring huge difference to the world and help to save the ecosystem. Any extinction species can be preserved and make a plantation to help the world green. Cut off any unnecessary activities that bring damage to the surrounding. Besides, generate of energy also can be changed with alternative ways like renewable energy that must be more clean and safe. The fossil fuel source also will not remain exists and will run out someday. Take a good action and care for our world as we live on it. This because the world content all the sources we need to survive like food, water, shelter and etc. The most important thing is to start activities and usage that are environmentally friendly, for example, organic foods and materials, natural gases, less electrical use and etc.
We all belong to the same world and all of us have the same responsibilities towards the world and its environment. This fact might be hard to digest, but if we continue to pollute the Earth at the current rate, all of the world’s ocean waters will become one-hundred-thirty percent acidic. This means that the ocean will be unable to sustain most of its marine life and only a few creatures will be able to survive in the water. A big population of people think that they do not or have few responsibilities towards the environment. People think that the governor of a country should take steps to help the environment. They leave it to scientists since they have the technology to prevent pollution, or that is what most people think. There are more responsibilities to the world each individual has than most of realize. The amount of negligence and ignorance of humans towards the Earth is taking a heavy toll.
For each individual, there are many ways to save the earth which they must know and do. First and foremost, people must