It occurs dueto the
excessive release of
greenhouse gases like
carbon dioxide and
methane. These gases trap
heat in the atmosphere
through the greenhouse
effect, leading to global
warming and changing
climate patterns.
Climate change is the
long-term alteration of
temperature and typical
weather patterns in a
place. While Earth's
climate has changed
naturally over millions of
years, the current rapid
warming is primarily due
to human activities.
Greenhouse gases trap the
sun’s heat in the Earth’s
atmosphere, raising
temperatures. Human actions
like burning fuels, cutting
trees, and industrial pollution
increase these gases, causing
the climate to warm faster
than normal.
HOW?
All About Climate Change
WHAT? WHY?
4.
01
02
Climate Change
Impacts ofClimate
Change
Table Of Contents
Causes, Factors and Statistics
Effects, Consequences and Data
03 Addressing Climate
Change
Mitigation, Global efforts and Role of technology
5.
Introductio
n
Climate change isthe long-term shift in
weather patterns, largely driven by
human activities, leading to significant
environmental and societal impacts.
6.
Climate change isprimarily
caused by human activities
that increase greenhouse
gases in the atmosphere. The
burning of fossil fuels for
energy, transportation, and
industry releases carbon
dioxide (COâ‚‚), while
deforestation reduces the
planet’s ability to absorb it.
United Nations Framework
Convention on Climate Change
(UNFCCC)
7.
Global
Greenhouse Gas
Emissions
The majorityof global greenhouse gas emissions (85%)
come from fossil fuels, primarily through energy
production, industry, and transportation. Agriculture
and land use account for the remaining 15%, with
emissions from livestock, rice production, and
deforestation. These sectors are key targets for
emission reduction efforts.
8.
IMPACTS OF CLIMATE
CHANGEEndanger
ed
species,
Rising
temperatur
es like polar bears, are
facing habitat loss and
dwindling food sources.
are causing ice caps and
glaciers to melt at an
unprecedented rate.
in penguin populationsdue to warming
oceans and shrinking habitats.
50% decline
in population of turtles expected due to
warming waters interfering with nesting
areas.
coral reefs have been lost in the last 30
years due to ocean acidification and rising
sea temperatures.
30% fall
More than half
Mitigation Strategies
Renewable
Energy
Shift tosolar, wind,
hydro
Reforestati
on,
Afforestati
on
Planting trees to
absorb COâ‚‚
Carbon
Capture &
Storage
Capture COâ‚‚ emissions
from industries
Energy
Efficienc
y
Reduce consumption in
industries
13.
Objectives
Individual efforts matter—
reducingenergy use,
choosing sustainable
products, cutting down on
plastic, and using public
transport all contribute to
lower emissions.
Strong climate policies and
international cooperation
are essential. Governments
must prioritise renewable
energy, enforce emissions
regulations, and support
climate-resilient
infrastructure through
global agreements.
Climate education builds
long-term impact. Raising
awareness through schools,
media, and campaigns
empowers people to
demand change and adopt
eco-friendly habits.