Global warming

Pope Francis said, “For me” St. Francis of Assisi “is the man of poverty, the man of peace, the man who loves and protects creation; these days we do not have a very good relationship with creation, do we?”

No, we do not.

Consider the words of Pope Francis’ predecessor, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, “Can we remain indifferent before the problems associated with such realities as climate change …  loss of productivity in vast agricultural areas, the pollution of rivers and aquifers, the loss of biodiversity, the increase of natural catastrophes and the deforestation of equatorial and tropical regions?”

We remain indifferent to the poor relationship we have with creation at our own peril – and of the peril of our children and future generations yet to be born.

And of all the serious human caused threats to the natural world, none is more serious, or more urgent than climate change – especially global warming.

This photo essay is a result of reflecting on the following two questions: Are the poor responsible for the problems in the country? How do they contribute to resolving the problems? In trying to answer these questions, I became aware that the answers can be applied on a global level. After much thought, I also realized that the answers are complex because it is unrealistic to blame a single group of people. We all contribute to global warming, especially the rich; therefore, we can and should also be part of the solution. 

Global warming is making big changes in our beautiful world. It’s caused much of the ice in global areas to melt away. Many animals are losing their homes and are becoming endangered. When something becomes endangered their numbers are dropping and there are becoming fewer of them. Some of these animals are tigers, elephants, the blue footed booby, and polar bears.

Global warming is caused by rising of the average temperature. Today it is already 1 degree warmer than one hundred years ago! That may not sound like  much, but already it is making huge changes in our beautiful Earth.One place being effected by Global warming is the Arctic. Much of the ice there has melted and temperatures are rising rapidly. What used to be a frozen beauty is now a barren wasteland. Many animals there are adapted to the cold weather. They cannot live anywhere else.

Some things that can be done to stop Global warming are not using things that have carbon dioxide in them. You could also help by taking buses and try carpooling with friends. Riding your bike to school and other public places can also help. Even better, walk on your own two feet. God gave them to us for a reason!

One time Im reading a newspaper article I feel like it is the most informative on global warming causes and helpful tips and stopping it. The most challenging part of this project for me, was the time limit on the artifacts it was a lot to get done in that period of time. An interesting thing about my subject is the severity of the statistics of global warming and how many people are concerned about the issue.

 Based on my experience, many people are working towards resolving current enviormental issues. Eventhough in reality the poor contribute less to global warming, many are active participants and advocates for a more ecofriendly way of life. 

thanks for reading my blog I hope that my audience realizes the big problem and hoe crucial it is to try and help stop the effects of global warming so that the earth will be in beautiful shape for future generations