Choice of topic
Climate change or global warming raises concern today across the world. Experts and scholars have provided relevant information and research study that exposes the danger the world faces today due to climate change. The primary cause of climate change is human activities that increase the adverse effects. These studies are evident in our environment, from burning fossil fuels to greenhouse activities that emit poisonous gas into the atmosphere. Most of these effects can be controlled by either using alternative energy sources or treatment of gases before emission.
Introduction
The planet has existed for millions of years, and the weather change is slowly changing; these changes cannot be correctly examined, but with the rocks, it is evident that the climate then and now are different. Additionally, some species are going extinct because climate change is not sustainable for these small species of animals and plants. Climate change remains one of the significant political and scientific challenges that the world is facing today (Paul, 2012). However, efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions are a challenge in the industrial and technological error. Most nations are reluctant to implement some of the recommendations provided by the climate change program to reduce the threats.
Historically, climate change was caused by natural (variation in sun’s energy, volcanic eruption, and earth’s orbit) causes. At the same time, today, human beings and artificial activities (burning fossil fuels and greenhouse gases) are the leading cause of climate change (Jones, 2013). The amount of carbon dioxide emitted annually into the atmosphere is higher than centuries before; additionally, the temperature varies in most areas and is reported to be higher.
Objectives
To examine the causes of climate change today.
To analyze the global hydrological process, resources, and environmental management.
To examine the political approaches used by climate change programs and economists to control climate change.
Literature Review
Causes and solutions for Climate Change
Greenhouse gases (carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, chlorofluorocarbons) deposited in the atmosphere trap reflected sunrays and redirect them back to the earth’s surface, which causes global warming. The hydrological cycle is essential in the ecological process. Synthetic compounds included in the greenhouse gases are not decomposed or absorbed by nature like CO2; thus, they can remain in circulation for thousands of years (Jones, 2013). The continual emission of these gases causes the earth to warm and increases the rate of climate change. Additionally, the weather pattern in the recent decade has changed as glaciers melt, floods have been reported in deserts, and climate disasters are occurring across the globe. Treatment of greenhouse gases helps in protecting the environment from diseases like cancer. The treatment agent should be eco-friendly to ensure a healthy environment for humans and other living organisms. Additionally, reducing gaseous emissions and planting more trees increase CO2 absorption, thus, balancing the hydrological cycle.
Deforestation historically was caused by extreme weather; however, today, its mainly caused by human activities such as wildfires. Clearing land without replacing it increases global warming and reduces the absorption of CO2. Some agricultural activities and pesticides (the chemical that emits greenhouse gases) used on the farm contribute to global warming. Traditional farming was responsible for reducing climate change; adopting the practices could be vital if adopted today. Agencies such as Environmental Protection Agency have significantly contributed to re-afforestation to reverse wasteland to be productive (Paul, 2012). Similar actions are needed to ensure an ecologically friendly environment and economic productivity.
Human activities as a significant cause of climate change concern society and accelerate climate change. The burning of fossil fuels for heat and transportation emits excess carbon dioxide that is not absorbed by the atmosphere. Burning fossil fuels for energy through the industrial era increased the emission of CO2 (Jones, 2013). Locomotives such as cars, planes, trains, and ships also contribute to this. Since the eighteenth century, climate change has significantly increased because of these engines. However, recycled energy has been developed as an alternative to fossil fuels. Solar panels and engines are being developed to reduce the amount of Carbon emitted; this will likely reduce the climate change effect over the next five years.
The level of climate change impacted by these changes and recommendation have shown progress; however, there is a need for an economic and political strategy to be implemented to strengthen climate policies (Paul, 2012). Countries have agreed on cutting greenhouse gas emissions with financial promises to promote a sustainable economic environment.
References
Jones, J. A. A. (2013). Global hydrology : processes, resources, and environmental management. Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315844398
Paul, E. (2012). The construction of East Asia. Neoliberal Australia and US Imperialism in East Asia, pp. 114–145. https://doi.org/10.1057/9781137272782_6
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