Problems with our climate:
Problems with our climate There are many problem facing our climate, like:
Air pollution
CO2 (Global Warming)
Deforestation
Trash
Water pollution
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But you can help!
Air pollution:
Air pollution Why it’s bad:
Over 2.4 million people die each year from air pollution .
Over 31 million tons of sulfur dioxide and 10 million tons of carbon dioxide are emitted each year.
How you can help:
Walk or bike to school
Eat more vegetables and fruits, and less meat and dairy.
Ask your parents to write letters to city council members, your representative, or to your state senators, asking for stricter laws on air quality.
CO2 (Global Warming):
CO2 (Global Warming) Why it’s bad:
Many species will die, and many already have gone extinct!
All the climates will change, and there will be a new ice age in Europe!
How you can help:
Do all the things listed under “Air Pollution”
Don’t use the computer or TV too much.
On hot days, instead of turning on the AC or a big fan, just use a small hand fan and dress lightly.
Use an energy efficient car, and use a diesel engine.
Remember to turn of lights when you leave the room.
Deforestation:
Deforestation Why it’s bad:
Many species go extinct! The toucans and tree frogs need a place to live, know.
It releases thousands of tons of CO2 into the air!
How you can help:
Reduce! Reuse! Recycle! -- Reduce! Reuse! Recycle! -- Redu…
Why buying something with paper, look on the package to see if it is made of recycled material.
Support organizations that donate, or donate your self. For …… ….… example, eat EnviroKidz cereal, or go to …… …… …….. ….…. www.therainforestsite.com, www.diewaldseite.de, or …… ….… rainforest.care2.com.
Trash:
Trash Why it’s bad:
As the trash decomposes, it releases toxins into the water. How would you like to drink what’s in you garbage can?
As landfills fill up, we have to build new ones, and they destroy natural habitats, as well as looking terrible.
The plastic goes into the ocean, and is eaten by birds and fish, which then choke and die.
How you can help:
Instead of buying individually packed items, like juice boxes, buy a big juice carton, and use water bottles.
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