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Global Warming And You.
Most of us have heard the term Global Warming but we tend to ignore about it (as if we are aliens from outer space and we can do nothing to help earth and its inhabitants). Mt. Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa & is covered with snow cap 365 days an year. Please notice the difference in the images of Mt Kilimanjaro. The first one taken 5 years ago and the second one is a satellite image taken in 2006. http://www.shrinagesh.com/images/kili.jpg
http://www.shrinagesh.com/images/kili_satellite.jpg Expected consequences of global warming
• Hotter and cooler temperatures
• General rise in sea levels, in part resulting from melting polar ice caps
• Changes in rainfall patterns
• Increased frequency and severity of storm systems such as hurricanes, windstorms and thunderstorms
• Increased frequency and severity of droughts and floods
• Loss of habitat and biodiversity
• Expanded occurrence and distribution of serious health risks and diseases. How can we play small part in reducing global warming? It’s very important that we all do what we can to reduce the effects of global warming not just in our immediate area, but all over the world as well. By combing our smaller efforts, we can significantly reduce the impact global warming has on our every day lives. 1. One way of contributing to the reduction of global warming pollution is by perhaps changing the type of light bulb that you use. For the energy and environmental-friendly citizen, there are Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFL) that give off better, high-quality light using only a fraction of the energy and electricity. 2. Also, to conserve energy, it’s important to always turn off the lights in room that you do not need to be lit. A large portion of electricity expenses comes from rooms that are unnecessarily lit. 3. Believe it or not, the way we drive can have a remarkable impact on the environment and global warming pollution. Learning some good tips and tricks about driving and traveling can really make a difference. 4. Traveling as light as possible can reduce fuel economy by up to 2 percent. Placing luggage inside, rather than in the trunk or on the roof can reduce dragging and therefore fuel economy. 5. Not driving aggressively is also another way to reduce pollution that contributes to global warming. Rapid breaking and acceleration can eat up more mileage; can reduce gas mileage as much as 33 percent on the highway and 5 percent in town. When on the highway, exceeding the speed limit only 5 miles an hour over can result in a fuel economy loss of 6 percent. 6. Other ways to save energy around your home are upgrading to Energy Star products. This brand of appliance that ranges from refrigerators, to air conditioners to toasters provides an energy-friendly appliance. Another way to reduce energy around the home is to start unplugging. When you think you’re not racking up wattage with your plugged-in toaster or cell phone, you are. Unplugging these every day devices can result in saving energy. |
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