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The world economy is built on harnessing fossil fuels. Petroleum products, coal, and natural gas have been plentiful and are powerful, portable, and available at a low cost - qualities necessary in a ubiquitous fuel. However, the use of these fuels is releasing massive amounts of carbon dioxide (a greenhouse gas) destabilizing the Earth’s atmosphere. More greenhouse gases in the atmosphere trap more of the Sun's heat. The continued use of fossil fuels will result in worsening global warming and will irreversibly make the Earth’s climate inhospitable for humans, animals and vegetation alike. We inherited this bountiful planet we call home. How can we wean the world off of fossil fuels to save Earth for ourselves and our future generations?
The world economy is built on harnessing fossil fuels. Petroleum products, coal, and natural gas have been plentiful and are powerful, portable, and available at a low cost - qualities necessary in a ubiquitous fuel. However, the use of these fuels is releasing massive amounts of carbon dioxide (a greenhouse gas) destabilizing the Earth’s atmosphere. More greenhouse gases in the atmosphere trap more of the Sun's heat. The continued use of fossil fuels will result in worsening global warming and will irreversibly make the Earth’s climate inhospitable for humans, animals and vegetation alike. We inherited this bountiful planet we call home. How can we wean the world off of fossil fuels to save Earth for ourselves and our future generations?
Forecasts from NASA and other credible scientific sources are indicating that in about 30 years living on some currently populated parts of the Earth might be difficult due to excessive heat. Food and water shortages and mass migration too few hospitable regions would place immense population pressure on many if not most regions. It would be a world with fewer resources and many people fighting over them. Climate change is an existential issue for me, and I would like to be part of the solution.
Forecasts from NASA and other credible scientific sources are indicating that in about 30 years living on some currently populated parts of the Earth might be difficult due to excessive heat. Food and water shortages and mass migration too few hospitable regions would place immense population pressure on many if not most regions. It would be a world with fewer resources and many people fighting over them. Climate change is an existential issue for me, and I would like to be part of the solution.
The Charlotte's City Council States: “Charlotte will become a global leader in environmental sustainability, balancing economic growth with preserving our natural resources.”
"Charlotte will lead, as a global city, by continuously improving, protecting, and preserving the environment, its community, and economy, while ensuring equity and resilience- for today’s and future generations."
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