The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is a government agency that tracks the impact and effects of climate change. The agency’s Global Climate Dashboard shows numerous fact-based indicators that climate change has become a problem.
This means the time is now to take action.
The average rate of global warming has been increasing far more than ever before. However, the biggest problem lies less in the magnitude of the rise and more in the rapidity of it. The current speed of the increase of average global temperature is beyond concerning.
Those who reject the danger of global warming may argue that global temperatures have always increased and decreased throughout history. However, this current fluctuation has become worrying because the increases are the result of human actions, not natural change.
In the age of technology, it is easy to passively neglect our environment. One Chat GPT search may seem quick and harmless, but in reality, artificial intelligence uses immense amounts of energy and has a detrimental impact on humanity’s carbon footprint.
So what do people have to do? To decrease the impact of pollution and waste, scientists say there are many options.
First, we have to limit carbon emissions. This means turning away from fossil fuels and towards renewable energy sources such as solar power, hydropower, and wind power.
Additionally, overuse of electricity is a major issue. By limiting use of electric appliances and switching towards natural sources, individuals can take small steps towards reducing pollution.
Food is also a source of waste, especially because of its often plastic packaging. Buying less fast, processed, or pre-packaged food can significantly decrease one’s waste emissions.
Even enjoyable things like gardening and going for walks have a positive impact on the environment.
These steps may not seem like they could have much of an impact. However, as more and more people make the switch to sustainability, our carbon footprint will slowly begin to lessen.
As people, we have the responsibility to maintain and protect the Earth. If we act now, there is still time to preserve our environment.
