RESPONSES TO CHANGE

It’s a Global Issue

The increase in the greenhouse effect is global, affecting climate and communities worldwide.

Some countries emit more CO₂ into the atmosphere than others, and each country will be affected differently by the changing climate. The international pattern of CO₂ emissions and greenhouse warming impacts will change through time. The challenge for policy makers is to pursue globally equitable solutions that address these changing international differences.

In the following sections, explore the possible responses to global warming both at a personal and national level.

Human Choices and Global Warming
Global CO₂ Emissions Calculator
American CO₂ Emissions Calculator
Consider the Alternatives

[Requires Flash] [Get Flash Plug in] CO2 Emissions Calculator There are many personal and national actions that could be taken to reduce CO2 emissions. See the effect of each choice you make on total emissions in the United States. Go to text only version

[Requires Flash] [Get Flash Plug in] Consider the Alternatives The knowledge that scientific research provides us about the environment can be used to help shape public policy. In this activity you can explore responses involving personal compromise and compare the choices you make to the choices made by other visitors. Go to text only version

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