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United Nations Foundation

Singer, songwriter and actress Camila Cabello joined climate activists and experts to discuss the ways that climate change is affecting our health.

Catch a glimpse of the conversation from #SayItWithScience ↓

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Facts about climate change

These facts from climate researchers correct common misconceptions about global warming and its impact.

The cause of climate change is widely agreed upon in the scientific community

The cost of renewable energy is dropping rapidly

The severity of recent droughts and wildfires is driven by the changing climate

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Everyday actions you can take

Companies, governments and individuals can all take steps to reduce emissions. Here are some ways you can help.

Choose to reuse.

Plastics are often made with fossil fuels and over 5 trillion pieces float in the ocean.

Drive less.

Motorized transport, like cars and trucks, creates 23% of carbon emissions.

Eat more plants.

Livestock creates 14.5% of greenhouse gas emissions, so eating less meat helps.

Buy local food and produce.

Local food doesn't travel as far, which helps reduce its carbon footprint.

Buy clothes that last.

Fashion creates over 8% of greenhouse gases and contributes to landfills.

Turn off lights when not in use.

Lighting creates 15% of power consumption and 5% of greenhouse gases.

Unplug appliances, like computers and televisions.

Households consume about 30% of worldwide energy.

Source: United Nations ActNow

Average temperature by year

British Columbia

The average annual temperature in British Columbia has increased since 1950.

Source: NOAA

Help restore our Earth

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Whether it's eating more plants, picking up trash or driving less, share what you're doing to help restore our Earth.

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Updates from the IPCC report

Globally, sea level increased by almost 20 cm (8 inches) between 1901 and 2018.

Extremely hot temperatures are more frequent today than in thousands of years. Excessive heat events over the past 10 years would have been extremely unlikely without human-induced climate change.

Climate change caused by humans is leading to both more intense rainfall and increases in droughts.

Source: IPCC

In the spotlight

Bloomberg Quicktake posted a video to playlist Quicktake daily.

20 hrs Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Countries are pledging to phase out the use of coal and end new investments in fossil fuel-powered plants. https://trib.al/PsgYmfQ — at Glasgow, Scotland.

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Recognized organizations

NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information

Government Organization

NOAA Climate.Gov

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