CLIMATE WAS CHANGE!!!!!

WHAT ITS MEAN??

More often the phrase climate change is used synonymously with the terms global warming and greenhouse effect to describe the warmer temperatures that result when man-made gases such as carbon dioxide and nitrous oxides build up in the atmosphere. These gases trap the sun's warmth and higher temperatures result.

The Dangers of Climate Change

When weather patterns change they can catch local communities unaware and unable to combat the freak disasters that may result. Rapid rainfall can be a factor in rising sea levels and floods, while increased temperatures and winds can contribute to draughts, both of which can wipe out crops, destroy properties and lead to famine. These changes can affect our food and water supplies as well. Water-bourn illnesses flourish in floodwaters, and during droughts insects and animals can contaminate and limit the food supply.

Combating Climate Change

With most experts agreeing that climate change and global warming have already begun, there is no better time to take action to combat these processes. To do this, one of the most important steps we can take is to curb the amounts of man-made gas we send into the atmosphere. Leaving behind diesel fuel and embracing clean-burning alternatives will help lower pollution levels, while using less energy, and switching to renewable energy sources, will reduce the amount of carbon dioxide produced.

SO....WHAT SHOULD WE DO????

• Turning off and unplugging appliances when not in use.
• Choosing walking, biking or public transport over driving.
• Lowering our thermostats and home heating levels.
• Switching off lights when we leave the room.
• Changing our light bulbs to energy efficient models.
• Boiling only the amount of water we need for one cup of tea at a time.
• Limiting the length of our power showers.