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Introduction
- Climate change is a global challenge requiring international cooperation to mitigate its effects.
- Key initiatives include the Kyoto Protocol, the Paris Agreement, and efforts by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
Kyoto Protocol
- The Kyoto Protocol was adopted in 1997 and came into force in 2005 under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
- It legally binds developed countries to
Introduction
- Climate change leads to a wide range of environmental, economic, and social challenges.
- Key impacts include rising sea levels and an increase in the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events.
Rising Sea Levels
- Caused by the melting of glaciers and polar ice caps due to higher global temperatures.
- Thermal expansion: As ocean temperatures rise, water expands, contributing to higher sea levels.
- Rising sea levels lead to the
Introduction
- Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperature, precipitation, and weather patterns on Earth.
- It is caused by both natural factors and human activities (anthropogenic causes), with human impact being more significant in recent decades.
Natural Causes of Climate Change
- Volcanic eruptions release large amounts of ash and gases, such as sulfur dioxide (SO2), which can temporarily cool or warm the atmosphere.
- Solar variability