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309_15_Maedyn Climate Change (Impacts of climate change…
309_15_Maedyn Climate Change
Impacts of climate change on singapore
Biodiversity and greenery
unpredictable weather
could change ecosystem
not enough food
Effect on public health
temperatures hotter
more people sick
Water resources
climate change results in unpredictable weather
too much rain
flooded
drought
not enough water
Sea level rise
singapore is a low lying island
may be submerged
very hot
temperatures keep increasing
What can we do?
Nation
protecting biodiversity
helps to absorb carbon dioxide
manage water resources and flood
ensures enough water to sustain Singapore
stops flooding from happening during heavy rainfalls
protecting coastline
manage diseases
prevent more people from getting sick
less resources used
keep the city cool
helps to prevent people from wasting more energy by using airconditioners
start using renewable energy
does not use fossil fuels
Individuals
use public transport instead of cars
and energy efficient cars if needed
spread the word
inform more people about climate change
by conserving
purchase energy efficient appliances
switch off appliances after using it
use a fan instead of an air conditioner
if air conditioner is used,keeps at 25 degrees Celsius or above
conserve and dont waste water
don't waste waste
by recycling
what is it?
a change in global or regional climate patterns, in particular a change apparent from the mid to late 20th century onwards and attributed largely to the increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide produced by the use of fossil fuels.