Human activity drives climate change and urgent action is needed to protect people and ecosystems.
Climate change is the defining issue of our time. Rising temperatures and extreme weather threaten food water and human safety. Urgent action is needed today.
Human activities are the main driver of global warming. Fossil fuel burning produces greenhouse gases that trap heat and raise temperatures.
The concentration of greenhouse gases correlates directly with global temperature. Carbon dioxide is the largest contributor and comes mainly from burning coal oil and gas.
Global emissions have slowed slightly since the Paris Agreement but far more reductions are needed to limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
The Human Role and Global Debate
Climate driven food and water insecurity is increasing. Extreme weather events are growing more frequent and intense. Human and natural systems face escalating risks.
The IPCC reports that limiting warming requires rapid far reaching reductions in emissions. Actions in land energy transport and industry must begin now.
Climate resilient development combines emissions reduction with adaptation measures. Access to clean energy low carbon transport and sustainable urban planning can improve health and equity.
Global agreements like the UNFCCC Kyoto Protocol and Paris Agreement aim to hold countries accountable. Despite progress stronger measures and cooperation are needed worldwide.
Scientists emphasize that human influence has caused unprecedented changes to the atmosphere oceans and ecosystems. Millions of people live in highly vulnerable regions.
Limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius can prevent severe impacts. Coral reefs Arctic sea ice and coastal communities benefit greatly from strong mitigation efforts.
Immediate climate action is essential. Policies must integrate scientific knowledge local insights and social values to protect people and ecosystems.
