Chloe Ebner

Chloe Ebner
GOVT 2305-82A
The Climate Crisis
The climate crisis is one of the most pressing issues facing our planet today. With the rise in
global temperatures, melting ice caps, and increasing natural disasters, it is clear that urgent
action is needed to mitigate the impacts of climate change. In this paper, we will explore the
causes and consequences of the climate crisis, as well as discuss potential solutions for a more
sustainable future. By understanding the gravity of this issue and implementing effective
strategies, we can work towards safeguarding our environment for generations to come.
The climate crisis has significant impacts on various regions and ecosystems. As stated in the
context from "Scientific Reports" by Albert Muleke et al., the profitability of crop types is
affected by future climates, with the number of profitable crop types decreasing from 35 to 10.
This reflects the interplay between commodity price, yield, crop water requirements, and
variable costs. The study also reveals that the impacts of future climates on profit are not solely
related to long-term rainfall but are closely tied to crop type and maturity duration. Many
traditionally profitable crop types under historical climates become unprofitable in future
climates. Therefore, strategic whole farm planning of crop types and areas can lead to significant
economic benefits (Albert Muleke et al.). Additionally, Meghan Robinson's article highlights
that Canada's opposition to recognizing the right to a healthy environment within its constitution
demonstrates a disregard for addressing its role in the climate crisis compared to countries like
Bolivia and Ecuador that have constitutionalized the rights of Mother Earth (Meghan Robinson).
These sources provide valuable insights into how different factors and policies contribute to the
impact of the climate crisis on regions and ecosystems.
As stated in the context from "Scientific Reports" by Albert Muleke et al., the profitability of
crop types is affected by future climates, with the number of profitable crop types decreasing
from 35 to 10. This reflects the interplay between commodity price, yield, crop water
requirements, and variable costs. The study also reveals that the impacts of future climates on
profit are not solely related to long-term rainfall but are closely tied to crop type and maturity
duration. Many traditionally profitable crop types under historical climates become unprofitable
in future climates. Therefore, strategic whole farm planning of crop types and areas can lead to
significant economic benefits (Albert Muleke et al.). Additionally, Meghan Robinson's article
highlights that Canada's opposition to recognizing the right to a healthy environment within its
constitution demonstrates a disregard for addressing its role in the climate crisis compared to
countries like Bolivia and Ecuador that have constitutionalized the rights of Mother Earth
(Meghan Robinson). These sources provide valuable insights into how different factors and
policies contribute to the impact of the climate crisis on regions and ecosystems.
Effective strategies for mitigating the impacts of climate change can be identified through
strategic whole farm planning. Information: The study by Albert Muleke et al. suggests that
strategic whole farm planning, which takes into account crop genetics, biophysical and economic
factors, can optimize profit despite the increasing frequency of extreme climatic events under the
climate crisis (Albert Muleke et al.). The researchers used the Agricultural Production Systems
SIMulator (APSIM) to simulate the combined effects of climate change and extreme climatic
events on crop yields. They developed a new decision support tool called WaterCan Profit,
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which optimized crop types and areas to maximize farm profit under both historic and future
climates across four irrigated cropping environments in Australia (Albert Muleke et al.).
Explanation: This information demonstrates that implementing strategic whole farm planning
can help mitigate the impacts of climate change by optimizing profitability in agricultural
systems. By considering crop genetics, biophysical factors, and economic considerations,
farmers can make informed decisions about their crops to maximize profits even under changing
climatic conditions. This approach has been shown to be effective in Australian cropping
environments but could potentially be applied to other regions or production systems worldwide
(Albert Muleke et al.). Overall, this research supports the claim that strategic whole farm
planning is an effective strategy for mitigating the impacts of climate change on agriculture.
The climate crisis is a pressing issue that requires immediate attention and action. The
consequences of climate change are already being felt around the world, and it is crucial for
countries to prioritize the well-being of their citizens and the environment. In Canada, however,
the right to a healthy environment is not recognized within the Canadian Constitution
(Robinson). This neglect of environmental concerns and the disregard for the right to a healthy
existence has led to a continued unsustainable relationship with the natural world (Robinson). To
address this crisis, it is necessary to re-story the Constitution through a diversity of
understandings and world views, recognizing the importance of relationships with the natural
world and the freedom correlated to those relationships (Robinson). By doing so, Canada can
mitigate the potential effects of climate change and fulfill its responsibilities to all its relations,
including the earth (Robinson).
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