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1. Climate Change Explained in 2 minutes

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1. Climate Change Explained in 2 minutes

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This simple and short video explains climate change!

Climate change refers to a serious change in the measures of climate, such as temperature, snow, rainfall, or wind patterns lasting for decades or longer (Fakana, 2020). Global temperatures are rising and the climate is changing, we are responsible.

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Many things can cause climate change. Here's what the United Nations (UN) listed as the main causes of climate change.

1. Generating Power
Generating electricity and heat by burning fossil fuels causes a big amount of global emissions. Nearly all electricity is generated by burning coal, gas or oil, this produces carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide which are greenhouse gases that blanket the Earth and trap the sun’s heat.

2. Manufacturing Goods
Manufacturing and industry produce emissions, mostly from burning fossil fuels to produce energy for making things like iron, cement, steel, plastics, electronics and clothes. The manufacturing industry is one of the biggest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions worldwide.

3. Consuming Too Much
Your house, the power you use, how you get to work/college/school etc., what you eat and your rubbish all contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.

4. Using Transportation
The majority of cars, trucks, planes, and ship run on fossil fuels. This makes transportation a large contributor of greenhouse gases.

5. Cutting Down Forests
Cutting down forests causes emissions because when they are cut they release the carbon they have been storing. Deforestation also ruins habitats which will lead to the extinction of species.

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3. What are the Consequences of Climate Change?

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3. What are the Consequences of Climate Change?

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Climate change affects everything. The UN said the following are all consequences of climate change.

1. Hotter temperatures

The last decade, 2011-2020, was the warmest on record! Higher temperatures increase heat-related illnesses and make working outdoors more intense. Due to increasing temperatures, wildfires can start more easily and spread more rapidly when conditions are hotter.

2. More Severe Storms

Destructive storms have become more intense and more common in many areas. As temperatures rise, more moisture evaporates, which exacerbates extreme rainfall and flooding, causing more destructive storms. Severe storms can destroy homes and communities which may lead to deaths.

3. Increased Drought

Global warming exacerbates water shortages in current water-stressed regions and is leading to an increased risk of agricultural droughts affecting crops, and ecological droughts increasing the vulnerability of ecosystems.  Many people now face the threat of not having enough water.

4. A Warming, Rising Ocean

The ocean soaks up the majority of the heat from global warming. The ocean warming rate has strongly increased over the last 20 years. As the ocean warms, its volume increases since water expands as it gets warmer. Melting ice sheets also cause sea levels to rise, which threatens coastal and island communities.

5. Loss of Species

Climate change poses risks to the survival of species on land and in the ocean. One million species are at risk of becoming extinct within the next few decades. Forest fires, extreme weather, and invasive pests and diseases are just some of the many threats linked to climate change. Some species will be able to relocate and survive, while others will not. Deforestation exacerbates the loss of species.

6. Health Risks

Climate change is the biggest health threat facing us. Climate impacts are having negative effects on our health, through air and noise pollution, disease, extreme weather conditions and events, forced displacement, pressures on mental health, and increased hunger and poor nutrition in places where people cannot grow/find food. Our mental health can be greatly affected because of climate change. Climate change can cause us to feel stressed and anxious, and cause problems with our sleep (Cianconi et al., 2020).

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4. Why is Ireland Not Doing Enough About Climate Change?

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4. Why is Ireland Not Doing Enough About Climate Change?

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Unfortunately, Ireland is a small country that is causing big problems for our world. Ireland is falling further behind other countries in the EU in decarbonising the economy.

Ireland failed to meet the legally binding, EU agreed, emission targets for 2020. The target was a 20% decrease in emissions overall , Ireland only had a 1.8% decrease overall (EPA, 2020). This cost Ireland about €200million in fines and carbon credit purchases!

Why is this?

Agriculture
Agriculture is our biggest contributer to emissions (38.9%) in Ireland due to the release of greenhouse gases including carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide into the atmosphere. Methane comes from livestock during digestion due to enteric fermentation and is released via belches and farts (National Rural Netwrok, 2023).

Burning Fossil Fuels
We burn a lot turf in Ireland, which is a non-renewable and harmful way of getting our heat.

Transportation
Ireland's public transport system is a fail! We have ghost buses, dangerous cycling conditions and poor footpaths. This prohibits our choice when travelling somewhere, which makes us rely heavily on private cars, which if not electric produces harmful greenhouse gases.

Lack of Ownership
Climate change seems to be everybodys problem but nobodys responsibility!

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5. Yes, this is a lot to take in! But don't get too panicked and anxious, you can help!

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5. Yes, this is a lot to take in! But don't get too panicked and anxious, you can help!

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So sit back for a minute, take a deep breath and have a sip of water (out of a reusable water bottle)!

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6. Here Are 7 Things You Can To Do Tackle Climate Change!

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6. Here Are 7 Things You Can To Do Tackle Climate Change!

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1. As Teresa Mannion once said 'don't make unnecessary journeys'! So the next time you're about to hop into your car, think and ask yourself can I carpool/take public transport/cycle or even just walk?

2. Always use a reusable coffee cup/ water bottle, this creates less waste!

3. Start composting, it's simple and has lots of benefits such as reducing waste and can improve soil quality. Check out this link to see how to start composting at home https://learn.eartheasy.com/guides/composting/.

4. Try to buy local, organic and Irish food! This helps to cut back on pollution such as noise, air and congestion due to shipping and flying in foods.

5. Cut back on your meat consumption. Yes, this may be hard but meat consumption is responsible for releasing greenhouse gases such as methane, CO2, and nitrous oxide.

6. Sign climate action petitions. If you see a petition related to climate action read it, share it, and sign it! It's something so simple that could have huge impacts.

7. Educate yourself and others. This is a simple way to help tackle climate change. Read up, listen and watch what is going on and how you can help. Tell others, and share posts and petitions on Instagram and Facebook!

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7. Check out this Podcast Series Called 'Climate Curious'! 

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7. Check out this Podcast Series Called 'Climate Curious'! 

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This podcast called 'Climate Curious' hosted by Maryam Pasha and Ben Hurst unpicks the complexity of climate change while looking at approaches to tackling climate change that are really making a difference with people who are making it happen! Check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Audible.

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Are you Climate Curious? If you care about the world, but find the current conversation about climate change confusing, scary or boring - then this might be the podcast for you. Join TEDxLondon and co-hosts Maryam Pasha and Ben Hurst as we lift the lid on the climate emergency by speaking to the world's leading and most relatable climate pioneers. Find out why cities are key to the climate fight, why we need to tackle systemic problems (and not just plastic straws), and why we're all a bit crap at sustainability.

Are you Climate Curious? If you care about the world, but find the current conversation about climate change confusing, scary or boring - then this might be the podcast for you. Join TEDxLondon and co-hosts Maryam Pasha and Ben Hurst as we lift the lid on the climate emergency by speaking to the world's leading and most relatable climate pioneers. Find out why cities are key to the climate fight, why we need to tackle systemic problems (and not just plastic straws), and why we're all a bit crap at sustainability.

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Very helpful! I loved it - becoming more aware of the world

Thought provoking podcast!

Such a different and interesting views on all things climate related, a must listen!!

Honest and interesting conversations about important issues!

Great podcast - the hosts do a really good job of keeping the conversations down to earth and accessible and the guest are well selected and super engaged in the material. A refreshing take on the climate crisis! Highly recommend!

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Are you Climate Curious? If you care about the world, but find the current conversation about climate change confusing, scary or boring - then this might be the podcast for you. Join TEDxLondon and co-hosts Maryam Pasha and Ben Hurst as we lift the lid on the climate emergency by speaking to the wor...

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Cianconi, P., Betro, S., & Janiri, L. (2020). The Impact of Climate Change on Mental Health: A Systematic Descriptive Review. Frontiers in Psychiatry.

Climate Curious Podcast. (2023). TEDxLondon.

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EPA. (2020). Retrieved 2023, from epa.ie: https://www.epa.ie/our-services/monitoring--assessment/climate-change/ghg/

Fakana, S. T. (2020). Causes of Climate Change: Review Article.

United Nations. (2022). Retrieved 2023, from un.org: https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/science/causes-effects-climate-change

United Nations. (2022). Retrieved 2023, from un.org: https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/science/causes-effects-climate-change