What is Climate Change? How is it related to me?
Climate change is the greatest environmental challenge facing the world today. A million species or more may risk extinction due to climate change. Climate change is primarily caused by humans burning high levels of fossil fuels that emit greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide. These greenhouse gases prevent radiation from the sun from escaping our atmosphere. As a result, our planet gets warmer and climates change all over the globe. Rising global temperatures will bring changes in weather patterns, rising sea levels and increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. You can make simple choices, like the ones outlined below, to decrease your “carbon footprint” and help slow the trend of global warming.
 What is Climate Change? How is it related to me??
Lighting
Electrical Appliances
Air Conditioning
Refrigeration
Washing Machines
Hot Water
Food and Health
Household Hazardous Wastes
Green Shopping
Green Travel
Thank you for doing your part! Your choice matters.
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