Global warming has to do with the long-term rise of Earth’s average temperatures due to humans’ activities, especially burning fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas. These activities release a lot of CO₂ and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, trapping heat and causing the Earth to warm. This greenhouse effect causes nemerous effects directly on environment.
The resultant rise in temperature is manifesting in more extreme weather events such as repeated heatwaves, droughts, and wild storms. The melting of ice caps and glaciers is causing rising sea levels that threaten coastal communities all over the world. Warming oceans are harming ecosystems, causing coral bleaching, and threatening marine life.
The effects of global warming go beyond environmental change to affect public health, food security, and the economy. It needs to be dealt with by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, switching to renewable energy sources, and prescribing sustainable practices to prevent further damages.
Global action and cooperation are essential to mitigate global warming impacts and assure future generations a livable climate.