The Impacts and Effects of Climate Change

Population Growth

7.6 billion humans inhabit Earth.

This number is estimated to rise to up to 10.9 billion in 2050.

Like a one-man wrecking ball, we dominate our natural world.

Food Production

As the population rises, food production is set to match this increase

40% of land feeds the planet.

Can global crop production meet future demands?

Deforestation

Converting forests to urban land removes vital carbon sinks

We’ve lost 80% of the world’s natural forests

Sea Level Rise

As temperatures surge, sea levels rise with it.

Melting glaciers add to Earth’s total water volume.

Eventually, swallowing coastal cities like Shanghai & New York

The Greenhouse Effect

Human activity is driving temperature up.

By adding greenhouse gases, it keeps more heat in.

Vehicles, factories, and agriculture are the main culprits.

Extinction

Even though 99% of species that ever existed are now extinct

But currently, extinction rates are 100 to 1000 times above normal.