Our World Is Changing And We Are Changing It
By burning fossil fuels, we are increasing the level of greenhouse gases in our atmosphere. In fact, the current levels of CO2 in the atmosphere are the highest in human history. This additional atmospheric CO2 has resulted in an increase in the average temperature at Earth's surface due to a natural phenomenon called the greenhouse effect.
Just like the glass in a greenhouse, CO2 and other greenhouse gases trap heat from the sun. Under normal conditions, this keeps the average temperature of Earth's surface at a level that is compatible with life. However, these elevated atmospheric CO2 levels have insulated our planet even more, acting like a thick, wool coat trapping more heat here on Earth. As a result, stronger storms, heavier rains, and longer droughts are all becoming more common as global average
temperatures rise.
Just like the glass in a greenhouse, CO2 and other greenhouse gases trap heat from the sun. Under normal conditions, this keeps the average temperature of Earth's surface at a level that is compatible with life. However, these elevated atmospheric CO2 levels have insulated our planet even more, acting like a thick, wool coat trapping more heat here on Earth. As a result, stronger storms, heavier rains, and longer droughts are all becoming more common as global average
temperatures rise.
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Global temperatures have been above average and steadily rising since the 1970s. This chart demonstrates this warming trend, with blue representing temperatures below the global average and red representing temperatures above the global average. Today, we are already seeing the severe effects from increasing global average temperatures. Weather events are becoming more frequent and severe, and sea levels are rising and threatening coastal cities around the globe.
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We Can Fix It
The increase of average global temperatures is already having devastating effects on the Texas coast and our planet. These effects will only worsen over time if we do not take action to lower the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere. The good news is that each of us has the power to do our part to fix this problem!
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Reduce your individual carbon footprint.
Our actions add greenhouse gases to the atmosphere, but there are decisions you can make every day to decrease the amount of CO2 you are personally adding to the atmosphere. Check out our recommendations here. |
Support TCX and the Texas coast.
Help TCX protect the coastal lands that are actively removing CO2 from the atmosphere. Your donation ensures that these ecosystems continue capturing and storing carbon dioxide for the next ten years. |