SHAPING OUR FUTURE: THE CLIMATE CHALLENGE KS3 LESSON 1 PRESENTATION HOW IS OUR CLIMATE CHANGING?
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1 SHAPING OUR FUTURE: THE CLIMATE CHALLENGE KS3 LESSON 1 PRESENTATION HOW IS OUR CLIMATE CHANGING?
2 CLIMATE CHANGE IS HAPPENING RIGHT NOW! CLICK TO PLAY Video opens in YouTube 1
3 WHAT IS CLIMATE CHANGE? What is the difference between the two? WEATHER is the day to day localised conditions, which have great variability (especially here in the UK). 2
4 WHAT IS CLIMATE CHANGE? What is the difference between the two? WEATHER is the day to day localised conditions, which have great variability (especially here in the UK). CLIMATE is the long-term weather patterns for an area. 2
5 WHAT IS CLIMATE CHANGE? What is climate change? Throughout the history of the Earth, our climate has varied due to natural processes. However, in the last 150 years, our climate has begun to warm rapidly due to human activities. 3
6 WHAT IS CLIMATE CHANGE? What is climate change? Throughout the history of the Earth, our climate has varied due to natural processes. However, in the last 150 years, our climate has begun to warm rapidly due to human activities. This is known as climate change. 3
7 WHAT IS CLIMATE CHANGE? What is climate change? Throughout the history of the Earth, our climate has varied due to natural processes. However, in the last 150 years, our climate has begun to warm rapidly due to human activities. This is known as climate change. Currently, our climate is warming at a rate faster than ecosystems can adapt. 3
8 WHAT IS CLIMATE CHANGE? CLICK TO PLAY Video opens in YouTube 4
9 FACTORS AFFECTING CLIMATE The sun is the key driver for our climate 5
10 FACTORS AFFECTING CLIMATE The sun is the key driver for our climate When sunlight hits the Earth s atmosphere, the sun s radiation energy is partly: Absorbed by the atmosphere 5
11 FACTORS AFFECTING CLIMATE The sun is the key driver for our climate When sunlight hits the Earth s atmosphere, the sun s radiation energy is partly: Absorbed by the atmosphere Reflected back to space by atmospheric particles, clouds and reflective parts of the Earth s surface e.g. ice and snow 5
12 FACTORS AFFECTING CLIMATE The sun is the key driver for our climate When sunlight hits the Earth s atmosphere, the sun s radiation energy is partly: Absorbed by the atmosphere Reflected back to space by atmospheric particles, clouds and reflective parts of the Earth s surface e.g. ice and snow Absorbed at the Earth s surface 5
13 FACTORS AFFECTING CLIMATE The sun is the key driver for our climate When sunlight hits the Earth s atmosphere, the sun s radiation energy is partly: Absorbed by the atmosphere Reflected back to space by atmospheric particles, clouds and reflective parts of the Earth s surface e.g. ice and snow Absorbed at the Earth s surface The resulting transfer of this heat energy is responsible for changes in the Earth s climate. 5
14 FACTORS AFFECTING CLIMATE Local climate varies due to the following influences: latitude 6
15 FACTORS AFFECTING CLIMATE Local climate varies due to the following influences: latitude location, relative to continents and oceans 6
16 FACTORS AFFECTING CLIMATE Local climate varies due to the following influences: latitude location, relative to continents and oceans situation in relation to large-scale atmospheric circulation patterns 6
17 FACTORS AFFECTING CLIMATE Local climate varies due to the following influences: latitude location, relative to continents and oceans situation in relation to large-scale atmospheric circulation patterns altitude 6
18 FACTORS AFFECTING CLIMATE Local climate varies due to the following influences: latitude location, relative to continents and oceans situation in relation to large-scale atmospheric circulation patterns altitude local geographical features 6
19 FACTORS AFFECTING CLIMATE Local climate varies due to the following influences: latitude location, relative to continents and oceans situation in relation to large-scale atmospheric circulation patterns altitude local geographical features These influences can either amplify or reduce the direct impact of climate change depending on where you live. 6
20 THE GREENHOUSE EFFECT SUN More heat escapes into space Solar radiation Greenhouse gases Atmosphere CO 2 CH 4 N 2 O Less re-emitted heat Re-radiated heat NATURAL GREENHOUSE EFFECT 7
21 THE GREENHOUSE EFFECT SUN More heat escapes into space SUN Less heat escapes into space Solar radiation Greenhouse gases Atmosphere CO 2 CH 4 N 2 O Less re-emitted heat Re-radiated heat More Solar radiation gases greenhouse CO 2 CH 4 N 2 O More re-emitted heat Re-radiated heat NATURAL GREENHOUSE EFFECT INCREASED GLOBAL WARMING CAUSED BY HUMAN ACTIVITY 7
22 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Click a gas to explore further 8
23 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Water vapour (H 2 O) Biggest contributor to the natural greenhouse effect and varies the most in the atmosphere. ADAM OSWELL / WWF-GREATER MEKONG 8
24 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Water vapour (H 2 O) Biggest contributor to the natural greenhouse effect and varies the most in the atmosphere. Human activities have little impact on the level of water vapour in the atmosphere. ADAM OSWELL / WWF-GREATER MEKONG 8
25 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Methane (CH 4 ) Naturally generated during decomposition of organic matter. It is also produced by animals and released by natural gas deposits. ADAM OSWELL / WWF-GREATER MEKONG 8
26 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Methane (CH 4 ) Naturally generated during decomposition of organic matter. It is also produced by animals and released by natural gas deposits. Human activities like dairy and beef cattle farming, burning of fossil fuels and drilling for natural gas significantly add to the level of methane in the atmosphere. ADAM OSWELL / WWF-GREATER MEKONG 8
27 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Nitrous oxide (NO 2 ) Makes up a tiny percentage of the total greenhouse gas content of our atmosphere compared to CO 2. GLOBAL WARMING IMAGES / WWF 8
28 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Nitrous oxide (NO 2 ) Makes up a tiny percentage of the total greenhouse gas content of our atmosphere compared to CO 2. Mainly produced by human activities such as burning fossil fuels and wood, sewage treatment and the widespread use of nitrogen-based fertilisers. GLOBAL WARMING IMAGES / WWF 8
29 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) Probably the most important of the greenhouse gases as it accounts for the largest proportion of the trace gases (a trace gas is a gas which makes up less than 1% by volume of the Earth s atmosphere). GLOBAL WARMING IMAGES / WWF 8
30 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) Probably the most important of the greenhouse gases as it accounts for the largest proportion of the trace gases (a trace gas is a gas which makes up less than 1% by volume of the Earth s atmosphere). Carbon dioxide is the gas responsible for around 76% of global greenhouse gas emissions. GLOBAL WARMING IMAGES / WWF 8
31 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) It can be removed from the atmosphere through planting trees and reforestation. GLOBAL WARMING IMAGES / WWF 8
32 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) It can be removed from the atmosphere through planting trees and reforestation. Produced by the natural processes of respiration (breathing) and decay, but without human activity this output would be balanced by nature and reabsorbed by trees and the oceans. GLOBAL WARMING IMAGES / WWF 8
33 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) Most human activity results in the release of carbon dioxide - especially burning fossil fuels, deforestation, heating our homes and running our cars. GLOBAL WARMING IMAGES / WWF 8
34 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS The F gases These gases contribute directly to climate change. They include: Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) found in air conditioners and fridges. GLOBAL WARMING IMAGES / WWF 8
35 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS The F gases These gases contribute directly to climate change. They include: Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) found in air conditioners and fridges. Perfluorocarbons (PFCs) used by the electronics and pharmaceutical industries. GLOBAL WARMING IMAGES / WWF 8
36 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS The F gases These gases contribute directly to climate change. They include: Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) found in air conditioners and fridges. Perfluorocarbons (PFCs) used by the electronics and pharmaceutical industries. Human activities cause the F gases to be released into the atmosphere. GLOBAL WARMING IMAGES / WWF 8
37 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Sulphur dioxide (SO 2 ) All human activities that involve the burning of fossil fuels release sulphur dioxide into the atmosphere. NATUREPL.COM / BRYAN AND CHERRY ALEXANDER / WWF 8
38 GREENHOUSES GASES AND THEIR ORIGINS Sulphur dioxide (SO 2 ) All human activities that involve the burning of fossil fuels release sulphur dioxide into the atmosphere. It is also produced naturally by volcanoes. NATUREPL.COM / BRYAN AND CHERRY ALEXANDER / WWF 8
39 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE The main climate change indicator is temperature. There are four main records of global temperature at the Earth s surface: 9
40 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE The main climate change indicator is temperature. There are four main records of global temperature at the Earth s surface: UK Met Office 9
41 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE The main climate change indicator is temperature. There are four main records of global temperature at the Earth s surface: UK Met Office UEA Climatic Research Unit (CRU) 9
42 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE The main climate change indicator is temperature. There are four main records of global temperature at the Earth s surface: UK Met Office UEA Climatic Research Unit (CRU) NASA 9
43 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE The main climate change indicator is temperature. There are four main records of global temperature at the Earth s surface: UK Met Office UEA Climatic Research Unit (CRU) NASA US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) 9
44 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE Temperature data from across the globe is combined in order to monitor climate change and trends: AUDRA MELTON / WWF-US 10
45 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE Temperature data from across the globe is combined in order to monitor climate change and trends: measurements taken at over 5,000 land-based weather stations, over 1,200 free-floating buoys, as well as from ships. AUDRA MELTON / WWF-US 10
46 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE Temperature data from across the globe is combined in order to monitor climate change and trends: measurements taken at over 5,000 land-based weather stations, over 1,200 free-floating buoys, as well as from ships. satellites measure temperature changes in the lower atmosphere (troposphere). AUDRA MELTON / WWF-US 10
47 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE Other measures of climate change include: sea level rises WIM VAN PASSEL / WWF 11
48 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE Other measures of climate change include: sea level rises retreat of Arctic sea ice WIM VAN PASSEL / WWF 11
49 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE Other measures of climate change include: sea level rises retreat of Arctic sea ice shifts in rainfall patterns consistent with those expected in a warming world WIM VAN PASSEL / WWF 11
50 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE Other measures of climate change include: sea level rises retreat of Arctic sea ice shifts in rainfall patterns consistent with those expected in a warming world increases in atmospheric humidity in the lower atmosphere WIM VAN PASSEL / WWF 11
51 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE Other measures of climate change include: sea level rises retreat of Arctic sea ice shifts in rainfall patterns consistent with those expected in a warming world increases in atmospheric humidity in the lower atmosphere increases in the number of incidences of extreme weather, such as heavy rainstorms and heatwaves. WIM VAN PASSEL / WWF 11
52 MEASURING CLIMATE CHANGE All of these different measurements have helped to provide evidence that the Earth s climate is warming. 12
53 BE A CLIMATE CHANGE EXPLORER In groups, you will be investigating the evidence for climate change from the Ice Age to the present day. Use the resources provided to explore extreme weather, changing sea levels, and how different parts of the world are impacted by these changes. 13
54 CLIMATE CHANGE AFFECTS US ALL CLICK TO PLAY Video opens in YouTube 14
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