Europe’s Impact on Climate Change
Climate Change had been established since the early 19th century.
In 2016, The Paris Agreement set a goal to lower temperatures 1.5 degrees Celius compared to pre-industrialization.
In 2022, how are we doing?
Europe v. Climate Change
The EU is adopting many laws in order to reduce climate change. The climate change crisis has significantly impacted Europe’s weather, and they have worked to curb that change. They have committed to having 55% fewer greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to 1990, which is one of the most ambitious legislations about climate change worldwide.
Europe v. World
In 2019, the average per capita emissions for the EU were 6.7 tons per person, while in china they were 7.0 tonnes per person, Australia had 16.9 tonnes per person, and the United States had 16.6 tonnes per person.
40% of wind turbines in the United States are owned by Danish Companies, a country in the European Union
The United States annually uses 934.3 gallons per capita, while countries in the European Union, such as Austria, Poland, Romania, and Italy All use under 500 gallons per capita annually
Crumbling Infrastructure around the world/how climate change caused it
Infrastructure is under stress from population growth, extreme weather, and climate change
Climate change harms infrastructure because it leads to extreme weather events
40000 bridges in the US are structurally deficient
Freezing and thawing cycles in the winter can lead to destroyed roads/buildings
What can you do
Conserve energy at home
Compost food waste (a huge factor in methane emissions)
Avoid using cars when you can
Eat less farm-raised specimens, since these also contribute to methane emissions
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