Stop Global Warming

While there are some dissenters, almost all scientists from the major industrialized countries agree that global warming is real. Over the last 100 years or so, global temperatures have increased more than ever before, by what history we have. There are a few theories as to why this is happening, but the most common one is the greenhouse effect. This theory has to do with greenhouse gasses and the increased emission of them in the post-industrialized era.

Greenhouse gasses actually keep us alive, keeping our atmosphere about 33 degrees Celsius warmer than it would be otherwise, but too much can cause problems. In reality, just a one degree increase in temperature could be disastrous for the entire planet.

For one, warming has already caused glaciers to start melting. If this continues, sea level will rise, disrupting climates on the entire planet. Also, warming will cause the oceans to be warmer. This might sound nice for a day at the beach, but when your beach house is destroyed by a hurricane you won’t be so happy. Warm ocean temperatures are conducive to stronger and more frequent hurricanes, and some scientists believe this effect has already been seen over the last few hurricane seasons.

So what can we do about this effect that could destroy our planet bit by bit? Here are a few suggestions.

1) Recycle – Recycling is more than having a blue bin in your kitchen and throwing things in it occasionally. One way to reduce waste is to buy products with minimal packaging. Economy size things will do the trick, as well as reusable products. Remember to recycle paper, plastic, newspaper, glass and aluminum cans. If you recycle half of your household waste each year, you will save 2,400 pounds of carbon dioxide annually.

2) Less Heat and Air Conditioning – This is a trick that will save the planet and your wallet at the same time. Make your home more energy efficient by adding insulation and weather stripping. Also, set your thermostat two degrees higher in the summer and two degrees lower in the winter. This will allow you to pay less for heating and air conditioning while saving about 2,000 pounds of carbon emissions each year.

3) Drive Less – Try walking or biking to work if possible. If it is too far, join a carpool or take the bus. You may have to get up a little earlier, so make sure you still get eight full hours of sleep each night.

As a concerned citizen, you should do your part to lessen the effects of global warming. Also, keep in mind that as adults we can compartmentalize the real dangers facing us. However, it has been reported that half the children between 7 and 11 are frightened about the effects of global warming and often lose sleep over it. If that is the case with your child or someone you know, explain to them they too can take a part in the problems facing the earth. Finally, have your child take a deep breath and realize we shouldn’t take things to the extreme.

Sherry L Harris

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