Climate ChangeBy: Andie JairamArthur Mcdowell

What is Climate Change?The changing of weather patterns over periods ranging from decades to millions of years.

CausesFactors that can shape climate change are

called Climate forcings.

These include processes such as variations in solar radiation, variations in Earth’s orbit, mountain-building and changes in greenhouse gas concentrations.

Causes (Con’t)The Sun is the

predominant source for energy for the Earth.

Approximately 4 billion years, the energy output of the sun increased atmospheric composition changed.

Plate TectonicsThe position of the

continents determines the geometry of the oceans and therefore influences patterns of ocean circulation. The locations of the seas are important in controlling the transfer of heat and moisture across the globe.

Human Influences

Increase in carbon dioxide levels due to emissions from fossil fuel combustion, followed by aerosols.

Other factors include land use, ozone depletion, animal agriculture.

How can we fix these problems?Being more Eco-friendly: Recycling, Planting

trees,Turning off all lights in and around your

household when not in use.Using solar power, wing energy, hydroelectric

energy.