Although often debated, most scientists will assure you that global warming is occurring on our planet earth. Global warming is a change in climate which has been resulting in higher temperatures. According to NASA, the global overall temperature has increased 1.4 degrees Fahrenheit since 1880.
Human activities have increased the number of greenhouse gases, mainly carbon dioxide, in our atmosphere. Global Warming is a result of the burning of fossil fuels (emitting CO2) around the world. Fossil fuels are the main energy source for transportation worldwide. Global warming has caused a decrease in the number of glaciers and snow covered areas which has caused the world’s sea level to rise. Extreme weather patterns will become noticeable, certain species will become extinct and agriculture around the world will be effected if global warming continues at its current rate.
To decrease the rate of global warming, the population of the world as whole needs to begin using less fossil fuels and more alternative fuels such as solar, wind, and hydrogen energy.