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How Can We Reduce Global Temperatures?
According to the World Meteorological Organisation, there is an increasing chance that worldwide temperatures will break the all-important 1.5 degree Celsius threshold over the next five years.
Efforts to keep global temperatures from warming by more than 1.5 degrees Celsius this century were agreed upon by world leaders in the 2015 Paris climate accord.
However, new research now shows that there is a 20% chance that the threshold will be exceeded in any one year before 2024, and a 70% chance that the threshold will be exceeded in any one month.
The importance of keeping below the 1.5 degree Celsius threshold is imperative for avoiding the worst effects of climate change.
Normal body temperature is 37 C. When you reach 38 C, it is considered a fever and it impedes you from living as usual. In some cases it can be dangerous. It's the same with planet Earth, which is about to have a fever, not one degree over, but 1.5C over.
Efforts to keep global temperatures from warming by more than 1.5 degrees Celsius this century were agreed upon by world leaders in the 2015 Paris climate accord.
However, new research now shows that there is a 20% chance that the threshold will be exceeded in any one year before 2024, and a 70% chance that the threshold will be exceeded in any one month.
The importance of keeping below the 1.5 degree Celsius threshold is imperative for avoiding the worst effects of climate change.
Normal body temperature is 37 C. When you reach 38 C, it is considered a fever and it impedes you from living as usual. In some cases it can be dangerous. It's the same with planet Earth, which is about to have a fever, not one degree over, but 1.5C over.
How can we reduce global temperatures?
Carbon emissions from human activities are one of the biggest drivers of the increase in global temperatures that we have seen in recent years.
The only way for us to effectively combat this increase in CO2 in the atmosphere is through sustained and coordinated action.
Here are four steps you can take today to reduce your impact on tomorrow's environment.
If you would like any more information about our activities, follow us on social media. We are on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. And remember to keep up to date with all things carbon reducing on our features page!
Carbon emissions from human activities are one of the biggest drivers of the increase in global temperatures that we have seen in recent years.
The only way for us to effectively combat this increase in CO2 in the atmosphere is through sustained and coordinated action.
Here are four steps you can take today to reduce your impact on tomorrow's environment.
- Speak up – one of the most effective things you can do to make a positive impact on climate change is to speak up and use your voice for good. Talk to your friends and family, use social media as a platform for change and voice your concerns. The more people who are made aware of the devastating effects of climate change and what they can do to help, the better.
- Reduce your water waste – saving water can help to reduce your carbon emissions. It takes excessive amounts of energy to pump, heat and treat water. Little changes can make a big difference. Even merely turning the tap off while you are brushing your teeth and taking shorter showers is a great way to reduce your water usage over time.
- Reduce your food waste – another process that uses large amounts of energy is growing, processing, packaging and shipping food. In the United Kingdom (UK), we throw away over 6.6 million tonnes of food a year, with 70% of this food being edible. By buying less food and actually eating the food you purchase, you are going to be cutting down on energy consumption.
- Donate to a tree planting organisation – do your bit to reduce the impact of your carbon emissions and donate to a tree planting organisation. This is a direct and effective way for you to ensure that the damage your activities are doing to the environment are being sustainably and responsibly offset. For more information about our tree planting initiative, click here.
If you would like any more information about our activities, follow us on social media. We are on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. And remember to keep up to date with all things carbon reducing on our features page!
