Global warming is an increase in the earth's atmospheric temperature due to greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide trapping heat from the sun. This temperature rise harms many living things and can cause death. Global warming is caused by factors like the use of electricity, burning fossil fuels for transportation and power, deforestation, and chemical fertilizers which all release greenhouse gases. The effects of global warming include changes to climate and sea levels, harm to agriculture and wildlife, and impacts on water resources. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions can help stop global warming from further impacts.