Climate change

If you’ve been following the news lately, you’ve probably seen all the weather calamities that we’ve been facing. No matter your stance on climate change, it’s here and there is no avoiding the effects. There are some small actions you can undertake to contribute to preserve our environment but first let’s talk about how you see the impact of climate change.

Living in Northeastern US, usually our winters have a lot of snow but this year it was truly warm. California on-the-otherhand had snow, floods, downpours, tornado, and earthquakes. Places that have had no previous weather phenoma like tornadoes now have them. What explains this?

Remember, our oceans are salty. With every melt of the ice caps, more water is being dumped into the ocean which is causing an imbalance to our environment as well as for those animals living in the waters. With more contribution from human consumption, more carbon dioxide and other gases are released into the environment leading to faster melting of our polar ice caps. If you think it doesn’t affect you, our food supply is truly dependent on the climate so it will affect you when food prices start going up along with other everyday needs. Despite all this, each person can make a difference. What can you do?

1. Support renewable energy: Use renewable energy sources such as solar or wind to power your home or business. If you cannot afford to install renewable energy systems, you can still support them by purchasing renewable energy credits or green power.
2. Use energy-efficient appliances: When buying appliances, look for energy-efficient models that use less energy and save you money on your utility bills.
3. Reduce waste: Reduce the amount of waste you produce by recycling, composting, and using reusable products. For example, use a reusable water bottle instead of buying disposable plastic bottles.

Next time the weather looks rough in your neighborhood, think about why it’s occurring and how you can contribute to alter your environment!

Stay well!