Discussion Board Question 4 The filmsAn Inconvenient Trutha

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The document discusses two films, An Inconvenient Truth and An Inconvenient Sequel, which provide visual evidence of the effects of global warming caused by greenhouse gas emissions trapping heat. Despite this evidence, more action is still needed to address climate change risks to future generations, as issues like regular street flooding in Fort Lauderdale show impacts increasing.

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Discussion Board Question 4: The films
An Inconvenient Truth
and
An Inconvenient Sequel
provides the viewer with unmistakable, visual evidence of the
effect of the heating of the Earth on our planet due to trapped
greenhouse gasses. When presented with such obvious evidence,
one would think that minds would be changed and the problem
engaged, such as the banning of CFC gasses back in the 1980's
that caused the hole in the ozone layer. With fish swimming in
the streets of Fort Lauderdale on a regular basis every year,
what do you think it will take to make people see the real
danger ahead for future generations and take action? Be sure to
use examples to support your key points.

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