Climate change has been around for hundreds of thousands of years. During that time, many scientists have made observations and proposed theories to explain the climate and why it has been changing. While there is no single person who can be credited with the discovery of climate change, here is a look at some of…

As global temperatures continue to climb, one of the most pressing environmental issues is why the world is getting hotter. We are now in the fourth year in a row of record-breaking heat, and hotter temperatures contribute to more extreme weather and other environmental threats. Understanding the science behind global warming can help us take…

What Causes Global Warming? Why is the climate changing? Global warming is a major cause of climate change, and is the result of releasing excess carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. These gases trap heat from the sun, heating up the atmosphere and changing the climate. The most common cause of global…

There has been an increase in global temperatures over the last century as the Earth has begun to experience global warming or climate change. Atmospheric CO₂ levels have been steadily rising in response to increasing levels of human activities that involve burning of fossil fuels, leading to a buildup of greenhouse gases and ultimately rising…

Rising Temperatures Are Happening Answering why climate change happens is complex and nuanced, but in a nutshell climate change is happening because Earth’s temperatures are rising. As the planet absorbs more energy from the sun, the atmosphere and oceans become warmer. This is because greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, trap heat and…

The world’s current and future energy needs are driving a critical need for the development and wide-scale deployment of renewable energy resources to replace existing non-renewable energy sources, such as coal and oil. An increasing number of governments, companies and organizations worldwide recognize the importance of accelerating the transition due to the growing need for…

The issue of wildfires and climate change are often discussed together, yet the impact we’re feeling today isn’t well understood by the average person. So, how exactly are the two intertwined? Let’s take a look. The Impact of Climate Change on Wildfires Climate change has been linked to an increasing number of wildfires in many…

Climate Change and Its Impact on Sea Levels The Facts About Climate Change Climate change is a reality that everyone across the globe is dealing with. The results of climate change are varied and often feel distant when the connections are not made clear. One major consequence of climate change is rising sea levels due…

Climate Change and Ozone Depletion: A Link Many of us have heard of the dangers of ozone depletion, but few understand its link to climate change. Since the discovery of the ozone layer’s ‘ozone hole’ in the mid-1980s, the world has scrambled to find ways to prevent further damage caused by human-made pollutants. Today, scientists…

Temperature Increase Is Global Global temperatures are on the rise, and climate change is accelerating. Climate change is currently a hot topic, and it’s for good reason. This change in climate is having a significant effect on our environment. The average temperature on the planet has risen by 1.62°F in the last 150 years. Effects…