Good morning everyone, My name is Mary Jessica S.

Lee
from grade 9 narra and I am honored to have the
opportunity to speak with you today about a topic that is
very important to me. Today, I want to persuade you to
join me in taking action on a critical issue that affects us
all. As we all know, our world is facing numerous
challenges, from climate change to economic inequality,
and from social injustice to global pandemics. However,
the good news is that we all have the power to make a
positive difference.
By the end of my speech, I hope to have convinced you
that we can and must take action to address these
issues, and that we can do so by working together.
Together, we can create a better future for ourselves and
generations to come.

So let’s start to our topic; is climate change caused by

human activity?

Climate change is one of the most significant challenges

of our time, and the evidence overwhelmingly points to
human activity as the primary cause. The scientific
consensus (The best explanation for a topic that the
majority of scientists currently agree on) this issue is
clear, and it is time for us to take action to address this
urgent threat.
Firstly, let’s consider the evidence. Carbon dioxide levels
in the atmosphere have risen steadily since the Industrial
Revolution, and they are now higher than they have been
for millions of years. This increase in carbon dioxide is
due to the burning of fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and
gas, which releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
This, in turn, traps heat from the sun and leads to a
warming of the Earth’s surface. The result is a range of
impacts, including rising sea levels, more frequent and
intense heatwaves, and more extreme weather events
such as hurricanes and droughts. It is caused by a
variety of factors, both natural and human-induced.
Natural factors that contribute to climate change include
changes in the Earth's orbit, volcanic activity, solar
radiation, and natural variations in greenhouse gas
concentrations. However, the current climate change that
we are experiencing is primarily driven by human
activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels and land
use changes.

Burning of fossil fuels releases large amounts of

greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, methane, and
nitrous oxide, into the atmosphere, which trap heat and
cause the Earth’s temperature to rise. This increase in
temperature leads to a wide range of impacts, including
melting glaciers and ice sheets, rising sea levels, more
frequent and intense heat waves, and changes in weather
patterns and precipitation.
Land use changes, such as deforestation, also contribute
to climate change. Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the
atmosphere and store it in their biomass and in the soil.
When forests are cut down, this carbon is released back
into the atmosphere, contributing to the buildup of
greenhouse gases.

Furthermore, scientists have been able to model and

simulate the climate with high accuracy, and their models
have shown that the only way to explain the changes we
are seeing is by taking into account human activity. The
models accurately predicted the temperature changes
over the past few decades, including the rapid warming in
the past few years.

Finally, we must consider the consequences of inaction.

Climate change has the potential to cause widespread
and devastating impacts, affecting everything from food
security to human health. If we do not take urgent action
to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the
effects of climate change, we will be risking the future of
our planet and future generations.

In addition to these factors, there are also a variety of

other human activities that contribute to climate change,
including agriculture, transportation, and industrial
processes. Overall, climate change is a complex
phenomenon that is driven by a variety of interacting
factors, but the overwhelming scientific consensus is that
human activities are the primary cause of the current
climate change.

And now, let’s talk about on how are we going to prevent

this issue.
Preventing climate change requires collective action and
commitment from individuals, communities, businesses,
and governments worldwide. Here are some ways that
we can work towards preventing climate change:

Reduce greenhouse gas emissions: Greenhouse

gases such as carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous
oxide trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere and contribute
to climate change. We can reduce these emissions by
using clean energy sources like solar and wind power,
driving less, using public transport, and reducing energy
consumption at home.

Protect forests and plant more trees: Trees absorb

carbon dioxide and help to reduce the amount of
greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Protecting existing
forests and planting more trees can help to mitigate
climate change.

Promote sustainable agriculture: Sustainable

agriculture practices like crop rotation, using natural
fertilizers, and reducing tillage can help to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions from the agriculture sector.

Promote energy efficiency: We can reduce our energy

consumption and carbon footprint by using energy-
efficient appliances, improving building insulation, and
using energy-efficient lighting.

Reduce waste: We can reduce our waste by recycling,

composting, and reducing our use of single-use plastics.

Support policy changes: We can support policies that

promote renewable energy, reduce greenhouse gas
emissions, and protect natural resources.

Educate others: Educating others about the importance

of preventing climate change and the actions we can take
to reduce our impact can help to create a more
sustainable future for everyone.

In conclusion, the evidence is clear: climate change is

caused by human activity, and we must take action to
address this issue. By reducing our carbon emissions and
transitioning to a clean energy economy, we can mitigate
the worst effects of climate change and ensure a
sustainable future for ourselves and generations to come.
I hope that I have convinced you today that climate
change is caused by human activity. Let us take action
today to make a positive impact and create a better
future for ourselves and generations to come. Thank you
for listening.”

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