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Is it just me, or this planet actually getting hotter?
Many others may have noticed this temperature rise and regarded it as just a phase that would soon pass. I'm afraid that this is not just a phase but it's a result of Global warming and we should all be worried.
WHAT IS GLOBAL WARMING?
Global warming is a term used to refer to rise in the Earth's average surface temperature. This is caused by activities of man, example is the burning of fossil fuel which in turn releases greenhouse gases and lots of carbon dioxide into the Air.
These gasses end up trapping heat within the Earth's atmosphere. Another cause is the depletion of Earth's Ozone layer.
EFFECTS THIS TEMPERATURE RISE HAS ON THE PLANET IN GENERAL
Today, most people seem to only notice the effects of this climate change on their body ( heat and sweating ) but it has already gone ahead of just this. If we take a look Globally, we'd see the following effects:
Shrinking of ice sheets.
A look at Greenland and Antarctica, you'd notice that the ice sheets have decreased a lot.Glacial retreat
All around the world, glaciers are retreating even in the Alps, Alastair and Andes.Rise in sea level
All the melting ice has to go somewhere, they have resulted in the rise of sea level. NASA's report says in the last 2 decades, sea level has risen about 8 inches.Warming of the Oceans
With the large amount of heat,the Oceans have absorbed a lot. Resulting in warmer oceans that have the top 700 meters showing 0.302 degree warming.
ARE WE DOOMED?
This would be the question on the mind of so many. The good news is that we are not doomed yet, but may be if we don't change our live styles. We should give the atmosphere a chance to recover. If we keep up with our way of life, the situation would definitely get worse. Here is a few things you and I can do to fight global warming.
Become Energy Efficient
Learn to switch off equipments when they are not in use, example is switching off your light before you leave, unplug computer systems also we can save this Earth by changing to the use of Fluorescent bulbs instead of the conventional yellow one.Choose Renewable power source
Fossil fuels are not the only source of energy today. There are other options such as solar, windmill and others.Drive your petrol powered vehicle less often
This goes a long way in helping our ecosystem. Imagine the pollution that vehicles add to the atmosphere. Most times it would be preferable to use the bicycle or walk if not going on a long distance or better still use a train.fight for laws against gas flaring
Proper waste disposal
Support those who are doing something to help.
Green your commute
Eat wisely
I believe we can change the future and save planet Earth. let's fight global warming together.