Levels of carbon dioxide in Earth’s atmosphere has been rising consistently for decades and trap extra heat near Earth's surface, causing to rise, leading to human accelerated climate change.
The consistent rise in carbon dioxide levels in Earth's atmosphere has led to an increase in the greenhouse effect. Normally, greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide help to regulate the temperature of the Earth by trapping some of the heat radiating from the surface and preventing it from escaping into space. However, the excessive accumulation of greenhouse gases, especially carbon dioxide, due to human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, has intensified this effect.
As more carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases accumulate in the atmosphere, they trap more heat, resulting in the overall warming of the Earth's surface and lower atmosphere. This phenomenon, known as global warming, causes a range of climate changes and disruptions. Some of the impacts include rising average global temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, more frequent and intense extreme weather events like hurricanes and heatwaves, melting glaciers and polar ice caps, and rising sea levels.
The consequences of human-accelerated climate change are far-reaching and impact various aspects of our lives, including ecosystems, agriculture, water resources, and human health. It is crucial to take collective action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, transition to cleaner energy sources, promote sustainable practices, and adapt to the changes already occurring to mitigate the impacts of climate change.