Climate change is an unavoidable crisis that affects every person on this planet. Its impact is disproportionately worse in underprivileged areas. Climate change is creating rising oceans, and affecting the world’s agriculture. We need to increase the urgency for action to lessen its consequences.
One critical reason demanding attention is the threat that if temperatures exceeding 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit (1.5 degrees Celsius) increase in global temperatures, it could devastate vulnerable places. Especially island nations and other susceptible spots. Experts predict that sea levels is estimated to rise 10-12 inches by 2050. This increase imposes a threat to these low-lying areas. This creates a possibility of displacement and loss of livelihoods for millions.
In underprivileged areas if the United States, there are concrete-heavy infrastructures, which exacerbate the impact of climate change. According to The UK Science Museum Organization, The production of cement generates about 2.5 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide per year. Going past production, concrete buildings are capable of absorbing 95% of the sun’s energy, which is then emitted back into the atmosphere. Underprivileged people tend to actually feel the effects of climate change more than others because many live in concrete-heavy areas.
The implications of climate change on agriculture is sometimes overlooked. Eroded soil, depleted nutrients, and increased agricultural runoff due to heavy rains might our jeopardize food security. These effects not only harm crops but also diminish water quality. This can strain the food supply, especially in vulnerable regions that are reliant on agriculture for sustenance.
The urgency to address climate change is a global issue. Protecting underprivileged areas from the disproportionate impact of climate change requires immediate action to limit temperature rise. It is our collective responsibility to protect the planet and ensure a sustainable future for all.
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