1. Climate change and global warming

4. Global Climate Change
• Climate change and global warming are
critical issues that are affecting our
planet and require urgent attention.
Climate change refers to long-term
alterations in the Earth’s climate
patterns, including temperature,
precipitation, and extreme weather
events, while global warming
specifically refers to the increase in
Earth’s average surface temperature due
to human activities.

5. Climate Changes Currently Happening
The scientific consensus is that
human activities, particularly the
burning of fossil fuels such as
coal, oil, and gas, release large
amounts of greenhouse gases
(such as carbon dioxide, methane,
and nitrous oxide) into the
atmosphere, trapping heat and
causing the Earth’s temperature
to rise. This has resulted in a
wide range of negative impacts
on our environment, ecosystems,
and communities.

6. • One of the most concerning impacts of climate
change is the disruption of natural systems,
including melting ice caps and glaciers, rising
sea levels, and changes in precipitation patterns.
• This has led to more frequent and severe weather
events such as hurricanes, floods, droughts, and
wildfires, causing devastating impacts on human
lives, infrastructure, agriculture, and economies.
Impacts of climate change

8. What impact factors
Earth’s climate to change?
 Climate change also poses significant
threats to biodiversity and ecosystems, as
many species struggle to adapt to the rapidly
changing conditions. Loss of habitat, species
extinction, and disruptions in food webs are
some of the consequences, which can have
cascading effects on entire ecosystems and
ecological services.

9. What about environment
impact?
In addition to environmental impacts,
climate change also has profound
social and economic consequences,
particularly for vulnerable
populations such as low-income
communities, indigenous peoples,
and developing countries.
Displacement of communities due to
sea level rise, food and water
scarcity, and increased health risks
from heatwaves and disease
outbreaks are some of the social
impacts of climate change.

10. Addressing climate change and global
warming requires concerted efforts at
global, national, and local levels. It
involves reducing greenhouse gas
emissions through transitioning to
renewable and low-carbon energy
sources, promoting energy efficiency,
and adopting sustainable land and
resource management practices.
Adaptation measures such as building
resilient infrastructure, protecting
natural ecosystems, and enhancing
disaster preparedness are also critical to
minimize the impacts of climate change
on vulnerable communities.

12. Source: Climate Analysis Indicators Tool, World Resources Institute