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Part A Communication product

Summary of climate change and the probable consequences resulting from it

Climate change is a topic that refers to the shifting temperatures and patterns of weather. The

weather changes can be caused by natural causes or have some human influence. The

biological cause can be a result of the varying cycle of the solar system. On the other hand,

human activities result from burning gas, oil, or even fossil fuels. The generation of

greenhouse gas that wraps the earth's atmosphere like a blanket, trapping the heat from the

sun, which increases the temperature (Hung et al., 2020, p.105665). Methane and carbon

dioxide are some of the greenhouse gases that cause climate change. They produce the

environment gasoline from cars, and deforestation and land clearing also release carbon

dioxide. Methane is mainly from landfills for garbage. Generally, agriculture, land use,

industry, and transport are significant aspects of the emission of gases. Due to this emission

unbalancing effect on weather is experienced, which poses a threat to human lives and the

stability of the world economy.

Climate change is an irreversible consequence, and it is a wake-up call for the citizens of

developed countries to change their ways toward the environment and atmosphere (Hayes et

al., 2019, p.1583). The climate consequences affect the globe, where the ice shields are

melting, and the sea is rising. In most developed nations, they experience more heat, waves,

and prolonged drought, while other rainfall is expected, resulting in floods and the

destruction of properties and plants on farmland. Extreme weather events are experienced in

different countries, a severe and significant threat to humankind. The consequences can be

categorized as natural on the other hand, we have the social effects of climate change which

include; health, employment, education, and vulnerable population (Barouki et al., 2021,

p.106272). Businesses, the economy drive, can face the threat of climate change through;
energy, tourism, infrastructure, and building. Concerns are being raised since climate change

is a global problem and its effects are worse, so it calls for severe means and norms changes

to come up with better solutions. This paper will analyze climate change and its cause and

offer possible solutions for developed countries.

Factors that contribute to climate change, as well as how it can have an impact on both

the natural world and the human population.

Industrialization is growing mainly in developed countries due to the advancement of

technology and innovations. Generation of power and heat by fossil fuels creates a chunk of

emissions' large amount of electricity and heat is produced by burning gas. Oil or coal. This

produces carbon dioxide and greenhouse gases, forming a blanket-like structure that traps the

sun's heat, causing global warming. Manufacturers use fuels and gases that are emitted into

the air, which is the major contributor to the emission of greenhouse gases. The transport

industry also contributes significantly to climate change (Rocque et al., 2021, p. e046333).

Most vehicles run on fossil fuels, which emit carbon dioxide gas. The cars on the road are the

number one contributor due to the use of petrol. On the other hand, planes and ships are

continuously growing in emissions. However, they are slightly lower than the road-used

vehicles' transport sector, which marks about one-quarter of carbon dioxide emissions and is

increasing over the years.

Deforestation is another major cause of climate change affecting developing countries.

Vegetations and trees are being cleared to construct industries, households, homes, and urban

residential areas (Koca et al., 2020). The cutting of the trees releases the carbon dioxide they

have been storing. About 12 million hectares of farms are cleared every year. The destruction

of forests limits the atmosphere from keeping emissions off the air—food production results

in the emission of greenhouse gases such as methane and carbon dioxide. Machines used by
developing countries to produce food and clear the forest cover are usually run-on fuels

(Gilligan 2019). This fossil fuel is the primary pumping agent of more carbon dioxide into the

atmosphere than the forest cover available for absorption's carbon storage. Natural carbon

will drop, resulting in instability as climate shifts. More forest loss will continue to more

carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

The increase in the emission of greenhouse gases results in the acceleration of global

temperatures. The year 2011 to 2020 are noted as the warmest on record. According to the

records, the warmth has a trend of increasing yearly. This has resulted in more heat waves

and hot days on land, causing drought (Gadzekpo et al., 2018, pp.13). Naturally, the plants

and crops on land have dried up, leaving humankind and animals with no or less food to

survive on. This has made developed countries come up with GMO products as a quick way

of dealing with food shortages caused by drought. The move of developed countries to turn to

genetically modified crops is wrong since it may result in diseases like cancer which may

bring more harm than good. The high temperatures have increased heat-related illnesses,

making outdoor work challenging. In cases of hot conditions, wildfires start more quickly and

spread rapidly; in the arctic, temperatures are twice compared to the average globally (Ripple

et al., 2019). Clearance of forest cover can lead to more extreme weather events such as

floods, displacement, and drought, affecting the land's fertility and ability to bear crops. In

the long run, human life is affected by having no place to call home.

Possible responses to the problem of climate change that both individuals and

governments can do in order to lessen the severity of its consequences

Climate shift is an urgent issue that requires a quick look into and long-term and better

decisions to be made to end this big problem posing a threat both to nature and humankind in

developed countries (Austin et al., 2019, p.024007). It calls for the effort of everyone, both

the government and at the individual level—the Paris agreement signed by the leaders to

implement solutions geared to solving the problem of climate change. The agreement saw the

coming together of more than 197 countries who pledged to prioritize their citizens first and

find ways of reducing the emission of greenhouse gases. The agreement aimed at reducing

global warming to below 2 degrees and finally down to 1.5 degrees (Solaun& Cerdá, 2019,

p.109415). However, there is hope that if only the government strictly works according to the

agreement and implements the solutions, the worst consequences of climate change will be

avoided.

First, the greenhouse gases are targeted to decrease to zero. To do this, developed countries'

governments should develop policies and guidelines on how to use fossil fuels in industries or

implement clean energy. Though it may be expensive, it will reduce the emission of gases.

This will protect the atmosphere from climate change and the health of individuals at large.

To control and end global warming, the government and its citizens should team up to protect

the forest and oceans, which are vital in regulating climate (Rahbek et al., 2019, pp.1111).

The drive by the government to plant more trees and individuals to plant more forest covers

on their farms will increase the natural ability of forests and water bodies to absorb carbon

dioxide.

The developed countries and their citizens should adopt the new technology and shift to more

suitable transport means. Using cars, trucks, ships, and planes harms climate change because

of the use of fossil fuels. Switching to electric means will help end climate change and reduce

air pollution. Most developed countries like China are adopting this means by introducing
vehicles that use electricity and batteries, for example, the tesla, and electric trains, which are

slowly replacing planes (Seddon et al., 2021, pp.1531). During the winter, homes are not

supposed to be left cold and draughty, making the period look boring. Homeowners in

developed countries can employ the use of insulated walls and roofs as a way of heating

homes during winter rather than the use of oil or gas boilers to heat pumps. Also, using clean

energy in cooking at home will limit the emission of gases that are not good for the

atmosphere.

Conclusion

The future of the developed countries is guaranteed by the enforcement of guidelines that will

ensure ecosystems are protected and that the sustainability, re-establishment, and

maintenance of forest cover is taken into consideration in the push toward the reduction of

greenhouse gas emission (Raupach et al., 2021, pp.220). Temperatures can also be taken care

of by ensuring enough trees absorb carbon dioxide that is emitted into the atmosphere.

Developing countries should take care of fossil fuels by implementing innovations and

technology to use clean energy rather than burning gases. Individuals should use electric

means of transport, such as buying modified electric cars or electric trains (Cramer et al.,

2018, pp.976). The joint effort of the government and the people in implementing solutions

will shift significantly from the risk of climate change worsening to better days ahead.

Part B

Reflection

Climate change is a real problem, and it has been worsening over the years, assuming that

particular fact is regarded as an act of ignorance towards the environment. Over the years, we

have seen successes, but in the present day, we are dealing with failures which include; ice
melting, toxic wastes in the oceans, and so many gases emitted into our atmosphere. Most

people are unaware of the seriousness of the situation we are in concerning the issue of

climate change. Ignorance is one of the causes that has made most individuals fail to capture

the idea of the effects of climate change. The education system also has created a gap in

awareness on the same topic. Global warming is a consequence affecting most developed

countries, and urgent solutions should be taken to deal with the problem to avoid more

suffering in the future. People need to be informed of the urgency and danger present if we

continue to operate the same way. Actions and measures should be implemented before joint

the government and its citizens to avoid chances of extinction in the coming days.

Leaders from developed countries should declare a climate emergency and the need to

address the causes of climate change, for example, the use of eco-friendly products and

avoiding the use of plastic bags, fossil fuels being one of the most emitters of carbon dioxide

and greenhouse gases such as methane to the atmosphere. Shifting to clean energy, such as

wind and solar energies, can be a great move in addressing the issue of climate change. The

transformation in technological advancement can help produce electric vehicles and change

the transportation industry from fuel to electric, which has been adopted in countries like

China, the United States, and Canada. Install insulated walls and roofs to help heat during

winter rather than gas boilers. In order to achieve all these, laws are required to be put in

place to protect our atmosphere and environment rather than companies. A period of about

eight years less is needed for the prevention of global temperature increases to about 1.5

degrees. Change is vital at this time, and it has to be implemented now for everyone to be on

the safe side in the future. The fast we respond to the issue of climate change, the better it

will be for avoiding extinction in the future.

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