Climate Change: Causes, Impacts and Solutions of Climate Change.

For many years, there has been an increase in extreme weather worldwide. Warmer summers, colder winters, more temperature fluctuations, increasing sea levels, decreasing sea ice levels, receding glaciers, frequent storms, and more. The heated discussion about climate change intensifies in tandem with the extreme weather. What then is a changing climate? Is the weather genuinely getting warmer? Why is there a shift in the environment? Is there a need to be concerned about the consequences of climate change? Is there a universally accepted definition of climate change? In addition to providing answers to your queries, this post aims to educate you on climate change's realities, including its causes, impacts, and your responsibility to mitigate it.

Climate Change, Causes And Solution

Definition of Climate Change.

A considerable increase in the amounts of greenhouse gases produced by the burning of fossil fuels has led to a long-term rise in the average surface temperature of the earth as well as significant modifications to local, regional, and global weather patterns. These changes are collectively referred to as climate change. Although humans contribute to climate change, they can also help to reverse it. While some individuals think it's entirely man-made, others think it's a purely natural occurrence that has happened before. 

To make matters more complicated, some people categorically deny the existence of climate change. At the same time, another group in the middle believes it is a result of a combination of both elements. Despite the public debate, the majority of scientists concur that climate change is occurring and that we must take proactive measures to mitigate it.

The Notable Alteration in Weather Patterns Over Extended Periods is Known as Climate Change.

1. The average global temperature of the earth's surface has increased by 2.12 degrees Fahrenheit (1.18 degrees Celsius) in the last 200 years.

2. As ice sheets break apart and eventually melt, there is an annual loss of 279 billion tons of ice in Greenland and 148 billion tons of ice in Antarctica between 1993 and 2019.

3. Since 1969, the top 100 meters of the ocean have seen an increase in temperature of 0.6 degrees Fahrenheit (0.33 degrees Celsius).

Ice Glacier Melting Due to Temperature Increase

Causes of Climate Change.

The vast majority of climate scientists concur that human-caused climate change is occurring. There needs to be more agreement, though, when it comes to identifying the precise reasons behind those shifts. Others contend that the earth is warming due to fluctuations in the natural atmosphere.

1. Climate Change's Natural Causes.

These three reasons are often mentioned as contributing to the natural elements influencing climate change:

1. Variations in Solar Radiation- The earth is heated by the sun's rays, independent of variations in the weather below. Our surface temperatures will therefore be impacted by any variation in the sun's radiation, whether it be an increase or decrease.

2. Greenhouse Gases - More greenhouse gases are emitted into the atmosphere as the temperature rises. As a result, less radiation can escape the earth's atmosphere and more heat is trapped there due to ozone layer thinning. The participants may feed off one another in a vicious cycle.

3. Drastic Weather Changes - Severe weather changes are another way that climate change can happen. Natural disasters like hurricanes and floods have the power to seriously harm the environment, which has an impact on the climate.

Climate Change Due to Solar Radiation 

2. Causes of Climate Change Caused by Man.

The following are the most well-known human-caused sources of climate change: 

1. Industrialization- As a result of increased development, there is a greater production and distribution of energy, leading to a bigger percentage of greenhouse gases being released into the atmosphere than in the past.

2. Inconsistent Emissions Controls- Emissions control regulations haven't kept up with the rapid advancement of technology. This indicates that airborne emissions of dangerous greenhouse gases are increasing.

3. Deforestation- Since plants are a vital component of life on Earth, they take in carbon dioxide. A disproportionate amount of carbon dioxide remains in the atmosphere and warms the climate as more and more trees are cut down without being replaced.

Climate Change Due to Deforestation

3. Levels of Greenhouse Gases Rise.

The gases that directly contribute to the greenhouse effect are known as greenhouse gases. They cause heat to be trapped in the earth's atmosphere, raising the average world temperature. These are a few of the greenhouse gases:

1. Carbon Dioxide (Organic): Causes global warming by absorbing, holding, and radiating heat.

2. Methane (Organic): A more potent greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide is found in nature. When methane comes into contact with oxygen, a chemical process occurs that transforms it into carbon dioxide. The result is a rise in world temperature.

3. Nitrous Oxide (Organic): About 300 times more powerful than carbon dioxide, it can linger in the atmosphere for 150 years.

4. Hydrofluorocarbons (human-made): These substances are mostly utilized in refrigeration and include fluorine. Chlorofluorocarbon has taken its place, yet it still has an impact on global warming.

5. Carbon monoxide (human-made): released by automobiles, aircraft, ships, and industrial operations involving combustion.

6. Nitrogen oxide (human-made): It is produced by burning fossil fuels and industrial operations, both of which release nitrogen dioxide as a byproduct, and is one of the factors contributing to acid rain. It subsequently transforms into nitric oxide and nitrous oxide in the atmosphere as this happens.

Climate Change Due to Greenhouse Gases Release In Big Amount.

Impacts of Changing Climate.

Scientists have precise definitions of climate change and how it affects the planet, even if not everyone believes in it. Reversing the effects of climate change gets increasingly harder as the problems it causes worsen.

1. Higher Temperatures.

The global surface temperature increases in tandem with the concentrations of greenhouse gases. The most recent ten years—2011–2020—are the warmest on record. Every decade since the 1980s has exceeded the previous one in temperature. There are more hot days and heat waves occurring almost everywhere on land. Warmer weather makes it harder to work outside and increases the risk of heat-related illnesses.

2. Stronger Storms.

In many areas, destructive storms have increased in frequency and intensity. Rising temperatures cause more moisture to evaporate, exacerbating flooding and heavy rains and increasing the frequency of catastrophic storms. The warming ocean has an impact on tropical storm frequency and intensity as well. Typhoons, hurricanes, and cyclones all feed on warm surface waters of the ocean. These storms frequently cause fatalities and significant financial damage by destroying houses and towns.

Stronger Storms Due to Climate Change

3. A Worsening Drought.

Water availability is shifting due to climate change, becoming more scarce in more places. In areas that are already water-stressed, global warming makes water shortages worse. It also raises the possibility of agricultural and ecological droughts, which can harm crops and make ecosystems more vulnerable. Destructive sand and dust storms, capable of transporting billions of tons of sand across continents, can also be sparked by droughts. As deserts spread, there is less area available for food production. These days, a lot of people often run the risk of not having enough water.

4. An Increasing and Warming Ocean.

Most of the heat from global warming is absorbed by the ocean. Over the previous 20 years, the pace of ocean warming has dramatically accelerated at all ocean depths. Since water expands when it becomes warmer, the ocean's volume grows. Sea levels will rise as a result of melting ice sheets, endangering island and coastal communities. Furthermore, carbon dioxide is absorbed by the ocean, preventing it from entering the atmosphere. However, an increase in carbon dioxide causes the ocean's acidity, endangering coral reefs and marine life.

Death Coral Reefs Due to Ocean Warming.

5. Disappearance of A Species.

Both on land and in the ocean, animal survival is threatened by climate change. As the temperature rises, so do these threats. The loss of species on Earth is 1,000 times more than it has ever been in human history, and this is being exacerbated by climate change. It is estimated that within the next few decades, one million species could go extinct. Threats resulting from climate change include diseases, invasive pests, forest fires, and harsh weather. Certain species can move and still thrive, but not for others.

6. Both Poverty and Uprooting.

The conditions that cause and sustain poverty are made worse by climate change. Urban slums may be washed away by floods, destroying homes and livelihoods. Working outside in the heat can be challenging. Crops may suffer from a lack of water. Weather-related disasters have been responsible for the estimated 23.1 million annual displacements during the past ten years (2010–2019), leaving many more people at risk of poverty.

Flood, Poverty and Uprooting Due to Climate Change 

Methods for Stopping and Reducing Climate Change.

1. Since the carbon dioxide released from industrial units' chimneys and automobiles increases heat, environmental rules must be closely followed to reduce the impact of smoke emissions from these sources.

2. Scientists and environmentalists agree that we must also halt the emission of chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) gases to slow down climate change. We will need to use cooling appliances like air conditioners, refrigerators, and other units less frequently, or utilize units that produce fewer greenhouse gas emissions.

3. Industry waste, particularly that from chemical plants, ought to be recycled.

4. It is time to put an end to tree-cutting and give emphasis to forest protection.

5. Using renewable energy sources instead of fossil fuels, such as hydroelectric, solar, and wind power, help mitigate climate change by lowering greenhouse gas emissions. 

Use Renewable Energy (Green Energy) Like Wind Powers

6. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and total energy consumption can be achieved through improving energy efficiency in buildings, households, and transportation.

7. To reduce the amount of fossil fuels used and focus on renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydroelectric power, rather than using coal to create electricity, we need to reduce the amount of gasses that warm the environment.

8. More plantations should be made, and trees and forests should be preserved.

9. It is best to avoid using materials like plastic that do not biodegrade.

10. We should also stop the trees from being destroyed by flames.

Implanting Trees And Reduce Climate Change

Conclusion.

As a result of the global climate change issue, there has been an increase in dangers. We are likely the only planet in the universe where life first began, yet Earth is in grave danger of being extinct because of overuse of natural resources and pollution. To preserve both human life and natural resources in such a scenario, environmental protection is being discussed globally. Remember, we don't enrage nature to the point where she feels obligated to eradicate us. Before she will look out for us, we need to show her our respect and attention.