GLOBAL WARMING

GNN | May 31, 2017, 2:10 PM IST|

Global warming is the greatest challenge facing our planet. It is the increase in the world's temperature and changes in the world's climate caused by release of Carbon Dioxide from our cars, factories and power plants. Many scientists believe that the world is getting warmer and this will affect our oceans, weather, and agriculture.
Many problems could result from global warming. One of the biggest problems is rising sea level. This could result in the flooding of low lying coastal areas and cities. Some countries might even disappear completely! Another problem caused by global warming is changes in weather patterns. Many areas of the world are experiencing increased hurricanes, floods, and other unusual weather. A third problem associated with global warming is the effect on animals.
There are several things we can do to solve the problem of global warming. One solution is to stop producing C02. We can do this by switching from oil, coal and gas to renewable energy. Another solution is to plant more trees. Trees absorb carbon dioxide and produce oxygen, which is not a greenhouse gas. A third solution is to use less energy and to recycle more products. Generating electricity is one of the main sources of carbon dioxide. If we use less electricity, we will produce less C02.
Trees play a significant role in the global carbon cycle. They are the largest land-based mechanism for removing carbon dioxide from the air. Deforestation is checking these positive processes. It is the second principle cause of atmospheric carbon dioxide. There is a close relation between global warming and population growth. Today the large population on earth is using the technologies which are destructive for the earth. Vehicles with poor gas mileage contribute the most to global warming.
India is mainly an agricultural country and agriculture here is gamble of the monsoon, e.g. largely depending on rainfall. Though it is to affect the whole country, the worst likely impact would be on central and northern India which is high-yielding parts of the country. These are the regions which produce the largest agricultural yield. The rise in atmospheric temperature and fall in rain would naturally result in decline in crop production.
In addition, forestation can be of great help in this regard. Planting more trees and reducing timber cuts worldwide will help restore the imbalance. Secondly, we must follow on environmental policy of ‘reduce, reuse, recycle’, i.e. promoting the reuse of anything. Thirdly, the use of fuel-efficient vehicles should be promoted as these vehicles have lower emissions of harmful gases. Fourthly, every individual should be aware of the importance of the protecting environment. Public awareness campaign can be of great help in this regard.
In conclusion, if we make small changes now in the way we live, we can avoid huge changes in the future. Each and every individual must work together to overcome this threat.
Courtesy: Urja Setu
Jasmit Kaur
Executive (F&A)
GSPC GAS
Chandkheda