CLIMATE CHANGE AND
ENVIRONMENTAL
SUSTAINABILITY
CHANGING WEATHER PATTERNS
By: Kayon Suragh
Overview of
Presentation
Factors Driving the Shift in Weather
Patterns
How is the shift in weather patterns
affecting our lives and health
What can we do to slow / prevent the
shift in weather patterns
What Factors are Driving the Shift in
Weather Patterns
Greenhouse Gas
Emissions
Deforestation
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Oceanic Changes
Deforestation
What is deforestation?
• Reduction in rainfall leading to more dry
spells.
• Increased likelihood of heatwaves
• Intensified effects of storms
Oceanic Changes
What is oceanic changes?
• Rising sea temperatures increases the
occurrence and the intensity of
storms.
• Ocean currents can affect temperature
on land
Gas
Emissions
What is greenhouse gas emissions?
Effects
• Global Warming
• Rising Sea Levels
How is the Shift in Weather
Patterns Affecting our Lives and
Health
Food Security
Heat Related Health Issues
Displacement and Loss of Livelihood
Our Role in Creating Climate
Stability
Plant More Trees and Protect Existing Ones
Practice Sustainable Living
Use More Renewable Energy
CONCLUSION