What is Climate Change?

Climate change affects ecosystems, sea levels, and weather extremes worldwide. It is driven largely by the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes, which increase atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases. Studying climate change involves understanding its causes, impacts, and strategies for mitigation and resilience planning at local, national, and global levels. Efforts to address climate change include reducing emissions, transitioning to renewable energy, and adapting communities to changing conditions.