Climate Change Solutions
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📅 1/19/2026
Introduction to Climate Change
Global temperatures have risen by 1.1°C since pre-industrial times due to human activities.
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Renewable Energy Transition
- Solar and wind energy now provide 12% of global electricity, up from 4% in 2010.
- Investing in renewables could save $4.2 trillion annually by 2030 by reducing fuel costs.
- Battery storage advancements enable 24/7 clean energy, even when sun or wind is low.
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Sustainable Agriculture
- Regenerative farming can sequester 3-5 tons of CO2 per acre annually in healthy soils.
- Plant-based diets reduce food emissions by up to 73% compared to meat-heavy diets.
- Reducing food waste could cut global emissions by 8%, as 30% of food is currently wasted.
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Green Transportation
- Electric vehicles produce 50% fewer emissions over their lifetime than gas-powered cars.
- Public transit reduces CO2 by 45% per passenger mile compared to solo driving.
- Cycling infrastructure can cut urban transport emissions by 11% in 10 years.
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Call to Action
- Individuals can reduce their carbon footprint by 2.5 tons yearly with simple lifestyle changes.
- Governments must enforce policies like carbon pricing and fossil fuel phase-outs by 2040.
- Collective global effort is essential to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
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