Rising Water and Climate Change

Greenhouses are glass structures designed to allow the rays of the sun to shine in without allowing heat to escape. The earth works in a similar way, and has exhibited a relatively stable temperature throughout history. In the past 150 years however, a significant warming effect has been seen. Scientists call this "global warming" and they say it is partially caused by human industrialization as greenhouse gases are released into the air. Global warming is a problem because it affects how nature works.

Global warming causes climate change around the world. An example of the danger this presents can be seen in the rising water levels which causes flooding, hurricanes, and tsunamis. At the current rate, ocean and sea levels rise 1.6 mm per year. Scientists believe that reducing the amount of greenhouse gases being created could slow the process of global warming down.

Climate change causes additional problems. For instance, 2 billion people around the world are currently faced with water scarcity issues and global warming will increase this number in the coming years. As temperatures increase, the amount of bacteria that survives in the water does as well. Bacteria can only survive at higher temperatures, and global warming is raising the temperature of water around the world. Water scarcity is a serious problem because it causes death and disease.

Take a look at the resources provided for you below to learn more about global warming and climate change and how you can do your part to slow it down.

Climate Change Background

Climate Change According to the EPA

Global Climate Change: Vital Signs of the Planet by NASA

Why the Global Warming Skeptics Are Wrong

Global Climate Change Research Explorer

The Water Campaign in Africa

10 Facts About Water Scarcity by the World Health Organization

Worsening Water Scarcity to Affect 2 Billion Globally

What Is Climate Change?

Causes and Effects of Climate Change

Water everywhere, and not a drop to grow

Water Scarcity & Climate Change: Growing Risks for Businesses & Investors