Get Ready To Live With Global Warming
Get Ready To Live With Global Warming
No matter who you are, where you are, and what you do, it is time that you wake up to the prospect of living in a world, facing global warming. Whether you are an Eskimo, or a highflying lawyer from New York, a simple farmer from Bangladesh; global warming is going to affect you, one way, or other. Are you wondering how? Or are you thinking that it is all a ramble of a doomsday preacher? Well, read this article and you will know that you are connected to every living thing in this planet, whether you like it or not.
What Is Global Warming?
In the scientific sense, global warming means the trapping of solar radiation within earth, by ‘greenhouse gases’. It is a natural phenomenon, responsible for maintaining life on this earth. But today’s global warming is man made. Man’s actions of polluting the nature and deforestation have increased the percentage of CO2 in the atmosphere, to an abnormal rate. As a result, since 1890, there has been a ½ degree centigrade increase in average temperature, which is above normal.
The Effect
Because of this increase in surface temperature, there has been melting of ice, whether polar or glaciers in high altitude. Now let’s see the effect of this melting. Melting polar ice will increase the sea level, threatening island nations; dumping of fresh water into sea will cause change in salinity level, leading to changes in eco system, weather, and rains. The melting glaciers will first swell the rivers that are fed by it, causing devastating floods. Ultimately, as it will dry up, so will the river, turning fertile lands into arid places. Disappearing glaciers will also lead to landslide in mountains.
How Will It Affect Me?
These changes will happen, rapidly leading to shortage of water, food, and other resources. Draughts and floods will make millions refugees, leading to a humanitarian crisis. Political uncertainties will lead to armed conflicts. Do you want to give such a future to your successors?
How Do I Adjust?
Start with the thought that the earth is not yours alone; you have to share it with every living organism in it. So treat her right, do not pollute and try to preserve things for our future generation. So walk or cycle to nearby destination. If you can, use car pool or public transport. See that your car is not a guzzler for oil and pollution control is under check. Switch to CFL lights, as they consume less electricity. Remember, that electricity in most cases comes from burning fossil fuel, so do not waste energy. Try to use alternative energy and encourage others too. Choose energy efficient gizmos and house design. Do not waste paper, trees, that clean the environment is used for making them. So, change your lifestyle today and our future generation will thank us for the adjustments we make today.
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