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Introducing climate change...Climate change sounds scary doesn’t it? But The blanket of gases that keeps the surface of the earth warm and able to sustain life is getting thicker, trapping in more heat. This is caused by the release of greenhouse gases as we burn fossil fuels for energy and cut down forests. Scientists now agree that to avoid radical changes in temperature in the future, action is urgently needed now. Carbon dioxide is the main greenhouse gas which causes climate change. Every tonne emitted into the atmosphere commits the world to more warming. We can do something about it – every tonne of emissions avoided reduces the threat of climate change. This is why we need to address this issue now, wherever we can. Everyone can do something to help. The climate has already started to change – we must do everything we can to stop further changes, and adapt to the new situation we find ourselves in. Climate Radio will be providing 35 different examples of how ordinary individuals, community groups, schools, business and local authorities are reducing carbon dioxide emissions. Lots more is going on and you can do something to reduce your own emissions – together we will tackle climate change. Find out more about climate change....For a general introduction visit our understanding climate change pages You can also watch a two-minute film that starts to tell the story of why climate change is happening and why it needs to be tackled together. Children can see a simple animation:
Downloads....To view the film you will need QuickTime Player or Windows Media Player and these can be downloaded for free by clicking one of these links. Alternatively you can request a DVD copy of the film to be posted to your UK address. To view the animation you will need Macromedia Flash Player and this can be downloaded for free by clicking the link.
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