Ilmastavuutta

Ilmastavuutta, also known as climate change, refers to long-term alterations in statistical distribution of weather patterns over multiple decades or longer. These changes are primarily attributed to human activities, particularly the emission of greenhouse gases, which trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere. The primary greenhouse gases include carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O), among others.

The scientific consensus is that the Earth's climate is warming due to increased greenhouse gas concentrations, leading to a range of impacts. These include rising global temperatures, changes in precipitation patterns, increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, and rising sea levels due to melting glaciers and polar ice caps. These changes pose significant challenges to ecosystems, human societies, and economies worldwide.

Mitigating climate change involves reducing greenhouse gas emissions through various strategies, such as transitioning to renewable energy sources, improving energy efficiency, promoting sustainable agriculture, and protecting and restoring natural ecosystems. Adaptation efforts focus on building resilience to the impacts of climate change, including infrastructure development, disaster risk management, and sustainable land-use planning.

International cooperation is crucial in addressing climate change, with agreements like the Paris Agreement aiming to limit global temperature rise and promote climate resilience. However, achieving these goals requires collective action from governments, businesses, and individuals worldwide.