Climate Change Isn’t Fair: How We Can Make a Difference
Did you know that some countries are feeling the effects of climate change more than others, even though they didn’t contribute much to the problem? 🌍 That’s not fair, is it?
What’s Going On?
Climate change is causing big problems like storms, floods, and heatwaves. Some countries, especially poorer ones, are suffering the most. They lose homes, schools, and even their beautiful natural places. But here’s the unfair part: these countries didn’t release lots of the greenhouse gases that cause climate change!
Why Is This Happening?
Richer countries have used more fossil fuels like coal and oil, which release gases that warm up our planet. These countries have promised to help by reducing emissions and giving money to help others cope. But sometimes, they haven’t kept their promises.
What Are We Doing About It?
World leaders made the Paris Agreement, which is like a team plan to fight climate change. Each country shares what they’re doing to help, and everyone can see it. This way, countries can encourage each other to do more!
Ships and the Ocean
Ships that carry things across the ocean also produce greenhouse gases. It’s tricky to make rules about this because different countries have different ideas about what’s fair. Some groups like the International Maritime Organization are trying to create rules that everyone agrees on.
How Can We Help?
Even though we’re young, we can make a difference!
- Learn and Share: The more we know about climate change, the more we can tell others.
- Save Energy: Turn off lights when you’re not using them and try to use less water.
- Support Fairness: Encourage leaders to help countries that need it most.
Working Together
It’s important for all countries to work together to solve climate change. If everyone does their part and helps others, we can make the world a better place for everyone! 🤝
Reference(s):
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