Climate Change: A Threat to Earth’s Future

What is climatic change?

Climate change a threat to earth’s future refers to long term shift in temperatures and weather patterns. Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing our planet today.Such shift can be natural, due to changes in the sun’s activity or large volcanic eruptions. But since the 1800s, human activities have been the main driver of climate change primarily due to the burning of fossil fuels like coal oil and gas. Burning fossil fuel generate greenhouse gas emissions that act like around the earth trapping the sun’s heat and raising temperatures. The main greenhouse gases of climate change that are causing climatic change include carbon dioxide and methane discounts from using gasoline for driving a car or coal for heating a building for example clearing land and cutting down the forest can also release carbon dioxide ,agricultural oil and gas operations are major sources of methane emissions energy industries and land use are the main sectors causing greenhouse gases of climate change.

How humans are responsible for global warming?

1.Burning fossil fuels (biggest reason)

 When we burn coal petrol diesel and natural gas for electricity car bike buses aeroplane factories and industries it releases carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases this gas trap heat in earth atmosphere causing the planet to warm and also become an main cause of climate change.

2.Deforestation cutting down forest

 Trees absorb carbon dioxide from air when forest are cut for farming roads or buildings are burnt carbon dioxide is released and fever trees are left to absorbed it and result is more heat stays in the temperature.

 3.Industrial activities

Factories release gases such as carbon dioxide methane nitrous oxide. Industries like cement production chemicals and steel are major contributors.

4.Agriculture and life stock

Modern farming at too global warming release methane a very powerful Greenhouse gas, excessive use of fertilizers releases nitrous oxide, paddy field produce methane.

5.Waste and garbage

Landfills release methane when waste decomposes burning plastic and garbage release toxic gases, poor waste management is equal to more green house gases

 6.Electricity and resources

Air conditioners, refrigerators lights and gadgets. Most electricity is still produced using fossil fuels higher demand equals to more fuel burn equals to more warming. Urbanization and Lifestyle choices concrete buildings absorb heat, increased vehicles cause pollutions fast fashion, excessive consumption and single use plastic and the problem.

Climate change can be reduced if humans change that habits every small step helps protect Earth for future generation.

Here are simple practical ways humans can help climate change:

1.  Save energy

• Turn off lights fans and AC when not needed
• Use LED bulbs and energy efficient appliances
• Set AC at 24 26 degree Celsius
• Less energy use=less fossil fuel burning

2. Your screen transport

• Walk or cycle for short distance
•  Use public transport or carpool prefer electric vehicles a possible

3. Plant and protect trees

• Plant more trees in your area
•  Stop necessary unnecessary cutting of forest support tree plantation tribes
• Trees absorb co2 and  cool the planet

4. Reduce reuse recycle

• Avoid single use plastic
• Reuse bags bottles and cloths segregate waste wet and dry

5. Save water

• Fix leaking taps
• Use water wisely at home and farms
• Harvest rainwater saving water also save earth

6. Eat smart

• Reduce food waste more plant based food by local and seasonal food

7. Use renewable energy

• Solar panels at home or school
• Support wind and solar energy project

8. Spread awareness

• Teach friends and family about climate change
• Share correct information on social media support climate friendly policies

9. Choose sustainable lifestyle

• Buy less, choose quality products
• Avoid fast fashion
• Repair instead of replace

Hence, we can fight climate change by saving energy using renewable resources planting trees, reducing waste and adopting a sustainable lifestyle.

Climate change is a serious global challenge, but it is not unstoppable. By taking collective and responsible actions, we can reduce its impact and protect our planet. The fight against climate change begins with reducing greenhouse gas emissions, switching to renewable energy sources, and using natural resources wisely.

Protecting forests, planting more trees, and adopting sustainable agricultural practices play a crucial role in restoring ecological balance.

Governments must implement strong environmental policies, industries should adopt clean and green technologies, and individuals must make eco-friendly lifestyle choices such as saving energy, reducing waste, and using public transport. Education and awareness are equally important, as informed citizens are more likely to act responsibly toward the environment.

Climate change is not just an environmental issue—it is a human responsibility. If we act today with commitment and cooperation, we can slow climate change and ensure a healthier, safer, and more sustainable future for generations to come.