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It is well established that global warming is the most pressing long term threat to our species. There are about a hundred million people living in Bangladesh, a large portion of whom may end up as climate refugees, as well as millions more on Pacific Islands like Malaysia. Although the frequency of the most severe storms is not likely to increase, their power and subsequent damage will. Although some areas are expected to receive more rain fall, other areas will suffer drought, and become desert. The resulting economic hardships will be huge.

The climate is always changing, and we must adapt. The thing is, in this instance we are the ones largely driving the change. There is nothing we can do to stop what we have started--atmospheric CO2 has enormous inertia. But we can slow it down, and take steps to mitigate the effects. We are currently at 393 ppm CO2, and will exceed 400 ppm by 2015. 450 in 2032, and 500 ppm before 2050. 350 ppm is considered the maximum sustainable level.

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How are you related to global warming?

If you use electricity, or ride in a car, or drink a can of beverage, then you are, in a small way, contributing to global warming. Global warming is happening because billions of us are all doing the same as you.


How big a threat is global warming?

Chances are, global warming is going to get worse, however, we cannot predict exactly how rapidly this will happen or how bad it will get. My guess is that I will not live to see severe global warming, but the next generation after me probably will. And severe global warming could be very destructive. The immediate threat is that the ice caps will melt, and the sea level will rise a great deal, causing massive flooding of coastal regions. Many other problems are likely to result as well. Things could get very interesting.


Is global warming an indirect or direct threat to biodiversity?

Global warming is a direct threat to biodiversity because it can directly impact ecosystems through changes in temperature, precipitation patterns, and sea levels, which can result in habitat loss, shifts in species distributions, and increased extinction risks for many species.


What percent of the Earth would we save if we stopped Global Warming now?

It is difficult to quantify the exact percentage of the Earth that would be saved by stopping global warming completely. However, halting global warming would help protect ecosystems, reduce extreme weather events, and mitigate the threat of sea level rise, benefiting the planet as a whole.


Is global warming a true concern on existence of human race?

not to us, no.

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What did you decide is global warming a real threat or are there more important enviormental issues to resolves?

global warming is a serious threat and there are other enviromental issues but they aren't as major as global warming


Can you give me a sentence that has global warming?

Global warming is a serious threat to the future of life on our planet.


Why do some scientists believe global warming is a threat world wide?

Because it is GLOBAL, not local warming.


Is global warming on the Himalayas a threat for Asian water?

yes ofcourse it is a threat


Does global warming pose a threat to japan?

Yes, global warming affects all countries with large population.


Is global warming a serious threat to rainforests?

No. People are.


Do you believe in global warming as a threat?

Oh yes!


Is global warming really a threat?

Yes, global warming is a significant threat as it leads to rising temperatures, sea levels, and extreme weather events. These changes can have devastating impacts on ecosystems, human health, and economies worldwide. Addressing global warming requires immediate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainable practices.


What is the single greatest threat to the worlds future?

Global Warming


What is a threat to the Antarctic?

Global warming comes to mind but the earth will adapt.


How will you address global warming?

We had better ask how global warming will address Us.


Is global warming a serious world threat?

yes and no pollution has become a really toxic chemical but our vehicles get us places if we're in an emergency.