Global Warming: Causes, Effects, and Solutions
Slide 1: Introduction
Title: Global Warming
Subtitle: Understanding the Impact of Human Activities on Our Planet
Slide 2: Definition of Global Warming
Definition: Global warming refers to the long-term increase in Earth’s average temperature due to
the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
Causes: Burning fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas), deforestation, and industrial processes release
carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases.
Slide 3: Causes of Global Warming
Burning Fossil Fuels:
Combustion of coal, oil, and gas for energy production.
Resulting greenhouse gas emissions trap heat in the atmosphere.
Deforestation:
Clearing forests reduces their capacity to absorb CO2.
Loss of trees contributes to higher atmospheric CO2 levels.
Slide 4: Effects of Global Warming
Rising Sea Levels:
Melting glaciers and ice sheets lead to increased ocean levels.
Coastal areas face inundation and erosion.
Extreme Weather Events:
More frequent and severe hurricanes, droughts, and heatwaves.
Disruption of ecosystems and human communities.
Loss of Biodiversity:
Changing climate affects habitats and species distribution.
Some species may become extinct due to temperature shifts.
Slide 5: Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages:
i. Longer growing seasons in certain regions.
ii. Increased agricultural productivity.
iii. Opening of new shipping routes in the Arctic.
Disadvantages:
i. Rising sea levels threaten coastal cities.
ii. Loss of biodiversity impacts ecosystems.
iii. Extreme weather events harm communities.
Slide 6: Control and Prevention
Reducing Emissions:
i. Transition to renewable energy sources (solar, wind, hydro).
ii. Improve energy efficiency in transportation and buildings.
iii. Afforestation and Reforestation:
iv. Plant more trees to absorb CO2.
v. Restore degraded ecosystems.
International Cooperation:
i. Global agreements (e.g., Paris Agreement) to limit emissions.
ii. Collaborate on research and technology development.
Slide 7: Photo Evidence
Show images of melting glaciers, shrinking ice caps, and flooded coastal areas.
Visual impact reinforces the urgency of addressing global warming.
Slide 8: Advice to the Audience
Educate Yourself and Others:
i. Understand the science behind global warming.
ii. Raise awareness in your community.
iii. Reduce Your Carbon Footprint:
iv. Use energy-efficient appliances.
v. Opt for public transport or carpooling.
Support Climate Policies:
i. Advocate for policies that promote sustainability.
ii. Vote for leaders committed to environmental protection.
Slide 9: Conclusion
Recap key points.
Emphasize the need for collective action to combat global warming.
