Global warming is caused by human industrial activity emitting greenhouse gases, trapping heat in the atmosphere. If emissions are not curbed, global temperatures are projected to rise 1-2°C by 2100, with significant climatic effects. These include more frequent and intense heat waves, especially in southern Europe; increased heavy rainfall and flooding; less snowfall and shorter winter seasons in western Europe; and a rise in destructive storms and hail due to a more unstable atmosphere with higher humidity levels. Addressing climate change requires limiting greenhouse gas emissions to stabilize temperatures and mitigate these dangerous impacts.
Warming is believed to be caused by increasing concentrations of greenhouse gases produced by human activities such as the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation. The effects of an increase in global temperature include a rise in sea levels and a change in the amount and pattern of precipitation, as well a probable expansion of subtropical deserts.
The current policies that have been put in place to address climate change are likely to
lead to an increase in global temperature of 4°C before the end of this century. Even if the international community has committed, through the international agreements of
the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change to a maximum warming
of 2°C, decisive action is still needed to reach this goal.
In a report prepared for the World Bank, the Potsdam Institute for Climate Change lays out the consequences of a warming of 4°C.
Warming is believed to be caused by increasing concentrations of greenhouse gases produced by human activities such as the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation. The effects of an increase in global temperature include a rise in sea levels and a change in the amount and pattern of precipitation, as well a probable expansion of subtropical deserts.
The current policies that have been put in place to address climate change are likely to
lead to an increase in global temperature of 4°C before the end of this century. Even if the international community has committed, through the international agreements of
the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change to a maximum warming
of 2°C, decisive action is still needed to reach this goal.
In a report prepared for the World Bank, the Potsdam Institute for Climate Change lays out the consequences of a warming of 4°C.
Presentation by Dr. Dan Vimont for the Climate Change and Midwest Agriculture: Impacts, Challenges, & Opportunities workshop held by the USDA Midwest Climate Hub on March 1-2, 2016.
Presentation by Dr. Dan Vimont for the Climate Change and Midwest Agriculture: Impacts, Challenges, & Opportunities workshop held by the USDA Midwest Climate Hub on March 1-2, 2016.
Climate Change Effects on Dengue Fever and Chagas' DiseaseAbigail Lukowicz
Undergraduate capstone project for the class Ecology of Infectious Diseases. This research highlights potential effects of climate change on the Dengue Fever vector (Aedes aegypti) and the Chagas' disease vector (Triatomine spp.). Collaboration with Michael Andreone and Daniel Pastika.
The largest association of meteorologists and climate scientists issued a fresh statement on the scientific evidence for human-driven climate change and possible impacts. This is an update from the 2007 statement that can be found here: http://www.ametsoc.org/policy/2007climatechange.html
More on climate change on Dot Earth:
http://j.mp/dotBasic http://j.mp/dotBasics
How to Make a Field invisible in Odoo 17Celine George
It is possible to hide or invisible some fields in odoo. Commonly using “invisible” attribute in the field definition to invisible the fields. This slide will show how to make a field invisible in odoo 17.
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
How to Split Bills in the Odoo 17 POS ModuleCeline George
Bills have a main role in point of sale procedure. It will help to track sales, handling payments and giving receipts to customers. Bill splitting also has an important role in POS. For example, If some friends come together for dinner and if they want to divide the bill then it is possible by POS bill splitting. This slide will show how to split bills in odoo 17 POS.
The Indian economy is classified into different sectors to simplify the analysis and understanding of economic activities. For Class 10, it's essential to grasp the sectors of the Indian economy, understand their characteristics, and recognize their importance. This guide will provide detailed notes on the Sectors of the Indian Economy Class 10, using specific long-tail keywords to enhance comprehension.
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The French Revolution, which began in 1789, was a period of radical social and political upheaval in France. It marked the decline of absolute monarchies, the rise of secular and democratic republics, and the eventual rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. This revolutionary period is crucial in understanding the transition from feudalism to modernity in Europe.
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The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
This is a presentation by Dada Robert in a Your Skill Boost masterclass organised by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan (EFSS) on Saturday, the 25th and Sunday, the 26th of May 2024.
He discussed the concept of quality improvement, emphasizing its applicability to various aspects of life, including personal, project, and program improvements. He defined quality as doing the right thing at the right time in the right way to achieve the best possible results and discussed the concept of the "gap" between what we know and what we do, and how this gap represents the areas we need to improve. He explained the scientific approach to quality improvement, which involves systematic performance analysis, testing and learning, and implementing change ideas. He also highlighted the importance of client focus and a team approach to quality improvement.
1. Global warming and its effects.
Global warming is an increase in the average temperature of the Earth's surface. In everyday
language, the term also refers to other effects of global climate change, caused by anthropogenic
emissions of greenhouse gases since the beginning of the industrial age. The main cause of the
observed warming is human industrial activity. According to the research results summarized
by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, the human impact on the climate is
obvious. This is evidenced by the growing concentrations of greenhouse gases in the
atmosphere, positive radiative forcing, observed warming and understanding of the climate
system, and it is extremely probable that man has dominated the warming observed since the
mid-twentieth century. Without limiting greenhouse gas emissions, the average global
temperature is expected to increase progressively. Research shows that the average global
temperature of the Earth's surface will increase in the 21st century by 0.3–1.7 ° C compared to
the end of the 20th century (average for 2081–2100 in relation to the multi-year period 1986-
2005). Decade-long climate forecasts prepared in 2019 by the World Meteorological
Organization indicate that the average annual global temperature in the period 2020-2024 will
most likely be in the range of 0.91-1.59 ° C above the pre-industrial level, represented by the
years 1850-1900.
The climatic effects of the global warming.
First - deadly heatwaves.
The southern part of Europe has been experiencing them for many years, but in the future the
average summer temperature in this region may be up to 3-4 degrees higher than the current
one. If the temperature rises by 2 degrees Celsius, extreme events such as deadly heat waves
can take place almost every year, and not only in southern Europe. The nuisance of heat will be
exacerbated by the growing moisture deficit in the soil, resulting from positive thermodynamic
couplings - dry soil gives off more heat, causing a local increase in air temperature. As a result
2. of ever higher temperatures, the soils will be less and less irrigated - not only because of greater
evaporation, but also because of a decrease in rainfall. Forecasts indicate that in the areas
bordering the Mediterranean Sea it will occur mainly in spring and summer. These regional
changes will affect the rest of the continent, as air masses forming over the dried soil of southern
Europe moving deep into the continent will carry less moisture.
Second - downpours, floods and snowless winters.
Climate forecasts show that the number of downpours in Europe will increase in all seasons. If
the temperature rises by 2 degrees Celsius, extreme one-day rainfall will be at least 70% more
likely than in the current climate. This will increase the risk of floods - the largest in Central
and Eastern Europe. In turn, less snowfall in warmer climates is due to two factors: an increase
in the average temperature in winter and the disappearance of sea ice in the Arctic. Forecasts
indicate that the frost-free period for western Europe will extend by up to 10 days per decade,
and the number of snow days there will drop by as much as 30% for each degree of global
warming. The snow cover will disappear earlier in spring. In addition to rising temperatures,
the aforementioned impact of the disappearance of ice in the Arctic also influences the amount
of snowfall. Increased melting of sea ice in the summer season means that in autumn and winter
the ice cover rebuilds very slowly. The air over the open ocean is warmer than over the ice.
These humid air masses are so warm that when they reach Europe in early winter, they bring
rain rather than snow.
Third - hail and destructive storms.
Increasing humidity in the atmosphere will result in an increase in air temperature. In the
northwest and central areas of Europe, more intense evaporation will therefore increase the
amount of latent heat which will make the atmosphere more unstable. Climate forecasts indicate
that more favorable conditions towards dangerous convective phenomena will apear in Europe.
Those phenomena include tornadoes, hail and squalls, and the energy of storms will also
increase.
