Introduction
Human and industrial activities have led to increasing levels of greenhouse gas (GHGs) emissions. This trend has led to the destruction of the ozone layer, thereby resulting in increasing temperatures in different parts of the world. Consequently, the phenomenon could explain why melting polar ice and glaciers have led to rising sea levels and subsequent changes in weather patterns. If left unaddressed, this trend could trigger additional challenges and eventually make the global environment uninhabitable. Being one of the causes of climate change, government agencies, policymakers, and scholars need to present evidence-based strategies to deal with global warming and improve the level of sustainability.
Solutions to Global Warming
Developed nations usually contribute significantly to the challenge of global warming since they are associated with higher GHGs emissions. Some of these countries include China, the United Kingdom, and the United States (Berlie 149). Based on this reality, there is a need for most of the global leaders to expedite talks and actions that could support the reduction of GHG emissions. In their work, Berlie supports the idea that mandatory policies and limits are required to ensure that countries reduce their emissions (150). The establishment of a new committee will make it possible for all key stakeholders to use performance-based strategies to compel China and other leading emitters to address the question of climate change.
The concept of sustainable economic growth seems plausible and capable of guiding the global community to deal with the problematic issue of global warming. In their study, Abbass et al. proposed a superior model whereby stakeholders and policymakers focused on the best approaches to maximize the use of renewable and clean energy sources (42541). Some of the best examples to take into consideration include wind and solar power. These options are non-biodegradable and have the potential to ensure that more countries stop or reduce the quantities of coal and natural gas utilized to generate electricity (Berlie 151). These options are sensible and capable of guiding more people to remain involved and supportive.
A multi agency approach seems plausible to compel more stakeholders to consider evidence-based approaches to tackle the causes of global warming directly. The use of stringent policy initiatives could guide most of these partners to remain committed and focus on the best outcomes. For instance, governments can promote new economic packages that are founded on green infrastructure systems and renewable energy sources (Corbera et al. 4). Professionals can be considered to complete timely audits, train citizens, and guide industrial players to be part of the fight against global warming. The ultimate aim is to promote sustainable practices and efficient systems that are intended to address most of the recorded climatic changes.
In developing and developed nations, governments can introduce a wide range of policies that are intended to promote the use of renewable technologies and energy sources. Some of these measures could be supportive in nature to allow more people to appreciate and acquire solar panels or construct wind turbines in their respective regions. The reduction of taxes for different technologies supporting the use of renewable energy can maximize uptake of such systems, thereby helping more countries to reduce their overall GHG emissions (Abbass et al. 42543). Additional areas for governments to consider could include the promotion of hybrid and purely electric cars that would help minimize emissions (Corbera et al. 5). Experts can encourage community members to start relying on the use of bicycles since they will help deliver positive impacts on the natural environment.
Most of the studies completed in the past have presented unique insights about the role of carbon dioxide as one of the leading GHG gas. By completing additional investigations, analysts and experts could present additional ideas for supporting carbon capture in the atmosphere. This approach is plausible since many countries, such as the U.S. and China, continue to rely on coal as the primary source of electricity (Berlie 149). The proposed carbon capture and storage (CCS) system or technology will help reduce the overall impacts of this GHG on the atmosphere (English and English 38). The inclusion of legal frameworks and standards could ensure that positive results are recorded in a timely manner. The involved stakeholders will have to continue monitoring and evaluating the recorded outcomes, thereby proposing timely adjustments or improvements to this specific technology.
Most of the challenges arising from climatic changes reveal that the measures already put in place to deal with global warming are either inadequate or ineffective. Experts have reported that rising sea levels in different parts of the world have continued to endanger the integrity of industries, populations, cities, and habitats. In some countries, agricultural activities and biological diversity have been affected negatively (English and English 39). These realities explain why the measures intended to reduce greenhouse emissions and help ecological systems to recover are yet to deliver timely results. These scenarios explain why the relevant agencies need to conduct co-benefit investigations and analyses to identify the existing gaps and opportunities (Abbass et al. 42544). The emerging findings will guide more people to consider additional strategies to adapt to climate change and make the global environment resilient.
Finally, the dangers of climate change and global warming call for additional environmental policies that have the potential to protect the environment. To achieve positive results, the relevant agencies and government institutions across the globe would need to gather adequate information and report their findings at the international level. This approach will shed more light about the existing gaps and offer additional opportunities for maximizing compliance. The relevant international organizations will offer the much-needed technical resources and funds to improve environmental laws (Corbera et al. 5). Continuous monitoring and analysis would be critical to identify some of the existing gaps and encourage more stakeholders to remain involved. By considering these key options, a multifaceted approach will emerge at the global level to help tackle the ongoing problem of global warming (Ylä-Anttila et al. 261). The effort will help address most of the observed challenges and ensure that more natural ecosystems recover within the shortest time possible.
Conclusion
Global warming is a major problem affecting the global community today due to past industrial and economic activities. GHG emissions are the primary culprits leading to the current increase in temperatures across the globe. A multifaceted approach characterized by all key stakeholders is essential to promote legislation on environmental protection. Some of these efforts should focus on GHG emission reductions, renewable energy, CCS technology, and environmental policies. The combination of these strategies could work synergistically to address this challenge affecting the global society today and minimize the issues associated with climate change.
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