Enhance Your Learning with Climate Change and Global Warming Flash Cards for quick learning
Long-term alteration of temperature and typical weather patterns in a place, resulting from natural factors and human activities.
The gradual increase in Earth's average surface temperature due to the buildup of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, primarily caused by human activities.
The process by which certain gases in the Earth's atmosphere trap heat from the sun and prevent it from escaping back into space, leading to a warming effect on the planet.
Energy derived from sources that are naturally replenished, such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, and geothermal heat, which have a lower impact on the environment compared to fossil fuels.
The total amount of greenhouse gases, primarily carbon dioxide, emitted directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, product, or event throughout its lifecycle.
The process of adjusting to the current and expected future climate conditions to minimize the negative impacts and take advantage of any potential benefits.
Efforts to reduce or prevent the emission of greenhouse gases and enhance sinks that can absorb these gases, aiming to limit the magnitude of climate change.
Government regulations, laws, and actions implemented to address climate change, including emission reduction targets, renewable energy incentives, and international agreements.
An international treaty adopted in 2015, aiming to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels and pursuing efforts to limit the temperature increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Non-renewable energy sources formed from the remains of plants and animals that lived millions of years ago, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, which release carbon dioxide when burned.
The clearing, removal, or destruction of forests, primarily caused by human activities, leading to the release of carbon dioxide and the loss of biodiversity.
The ongoing decrease in the pH of the Earth's oceans, primarily caused by the absorption of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, which has detrimental effects on marine life.
The process of ice melting from glaciers and ice sheets, primarily due to rising temperatures, leading to sea-level rise and the loss of freshwater resources.
Severe and unusual weather phenomena, such as hurricanes, heatwaves, droughts, and floods, becoming more frequent and intense as a result of climate change.
Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, considering social, economic, and environmental aspects.
A technology that captures carbon dioxide emissions from power plants and industrial sources, transporting and storing it underground to prevent its release into the atmosphere.
The shift from fossil fuel-based energy systems to renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainability.
The ability of individuals, communities, and ecosystems to withstand and recover from the impacts of climate change, including extreme weather events and changing environmental conditions.
A policy approach that puts a price on carbon emissions, either through a carbon tax or a cap-and-trade system, to incentivize emission reductions and promote cleaner technologies.
Actions and measures taken to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and limit the extent of climate change, including energy efficiency improvements, reforestation, and sustainable transportation.
People who are forced to leave their homes and communities due to the impacts of climate change, such as sea-level rise, drought, or extreme weather events.
Achieving a balance between the amount of greenhouse gases emitted and removed from the atmosphere, resulting in no net increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels.
Financial or policy incentives provided by governments to promote the adoption and use of renewable energy sources, such as tax credits, feed-in tariffs, and grants.
Farming practices that aim to meet the needs of the present while preserving and enhancing the ability of future generations to produce food sustainably, considering environmental and social impacts.
The use of computer models and simulations to study and predict the behavior of the Earth's climate system, helping to understand past climate changes and project future scenarios.
The practice of compensating for carbon dioxide emissions by investing in projects that reduce or remove greenhouse gases from the atmosphere, such as reforestation or renewable energy projects.
Efforts to raise awareness and understanding of climate change, its causes, impacts, and solutions, through formal and informal learning opportunities.
The fair and equitable distribution of the costs and benefits of climate change mitigation and adaptation, taking into account the disproportionate impacts on vulnerable communities and future generations.
Modes of transportation that have a lower impact on the environment, such as walking, cycling, public transit, and electric vehicles, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting energy efficiency.
The rejection or dismissal of the scientific consensus on climate change, often driven by political, ideological, or economic interests, hindering effective action to address the issue.
The process of sharing information and engaging with individuals and communities about climate change, aiming to raise awareness, promote understanding, and inspire action.
Financial resources provided to support adaptation measures and projects in vulnerable regions and communities, helping them cope with the impacts of climate change and build resilience.
Specific goals and objectives set by countries and international agreements to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and limit the global temperature increase, aiming to avoid the most severe impacts of climate change.
The effects of climate change on the variety and abundance of plant and animal species, including habitat loss, range shifts, altered ecosystems, and increased extinction risks.
The direct and indirect health impacts of climate change, including increased heat-related illnesses, infectious diseases, food and water insecurity, and mental health challenges.
The effects of climate change on the availability, accessibility, and stability of food production and distribution systems, posing risks to global food security and nutrition.
The impacts of climate change on the quantity, quality, and availability of freshwater resources, including changes in precipitation patterns, melting glaciers, and increased water stress.
The consequences of climate change on economic sectors and activities, including agriculture, tourism, infrastructure, insurance, and overall economic growth and stability.
The recognition and addressing of the unequal distribution of climate change impacts and vulnerabilities, ensuring fairness, equity, and inclusivity in climate action and decision-making processes.
The unique vulnerabilities and impacts of climate change on indigenous communities, their traditional knowledge and practices, and the importance of their participation in climate solutions.
The differential impacts of climate change on women, men, and gender-diverse individuals, and the importance of gender-responsive approaches in climate policy, planning, and decision-making.
The interactions between climate change and urban areas, including the urban heat island effect, increased energy demand, infrastructure vulnerabilities, and the potential for sustainable urban development.
The need for collaborative efforts among countries, organizations, and stakeholders to address climate change, share knowledge and resources, and achieve global climate goals.
The role of technological advancements in mitigating and adapting to climate change, including renewable energy technologies, carbon capture, and storage, and climate-smart solutions.
The intersection of climate change and social, racial, and environmental inequalities, emphasizing the need for inclusive and equitable solutions that address both climate and social justice issues.
The integration of climate action into the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, recognizing the interconnectedness of climate change with poverty eradication, health, education, gender equality, and other development priorities.
The role of businesses and corporations in reducing their greenhouse gas emissions, adopting sustainable practices, and supporting climate solutions, considering their environmental and social impacts.
The engagement of young people in raising awareness, advocating for climate action, and demanding accountability from governments and institutions to address the urgent challenges of climate change.
The moral and ethical dimensions of climate change, including intergenerational equity, responsibility to vulnerable populations, and the duty to protect the environment for future generations.
The importance of strong political leadership, commitment, and cooperation at national and international levels to drive ambitious climate action and implement effective policies and measures.
The attitudes, beliefs, and perceptions of the general public towards climate change, influencing support for climate policies, individual actions, and collective efforts to address the issue.
The role of media in shaping public understanding and discourse on climate change, including the challenges of accurate reporting, framing, and the influence of media narratives on public opinion and policy debates.
The emotional, mental, and psychological effects of climate change on individuals and communities, including eco-anxiety, grief, and the need for psychological support and resilience-building.
The concept of ensuring a fair and equitable transition to a low-carbon economy, considering the social and economic impacts on workers, communities, and industries affected by the shift away from fossil fuels.
The benefits that ecosystems provide to humans, such as clean air, water, food, and natural resources, which are at risk due to climate change and require conservation and sustainable management.
The sharing and dissemination of climate-friendly technologies, knowledge, and expertise from developed to developing countries, supporting their efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change.
Market-based mechanisms that put a price on carbon emissions, allowing the trading of emission allowances or offsets, aiming to create economic incentives for emission reductions and promote investment in clean technologies.