Today, environmental issues such as global warming, extreme weather events, melting glaciers, ocean acidification, and ecosystem collapse have become existential threats to humanity. Scientists warn that this crisis is approaching an irreversible tipping point. So, what is happening in this process, and what should we do?
Global Warming and Its Effects
Since the Industrial Revolution, greenhouse gas emissions have pushed Earth’s average temperature to dangerous levels. A 1.1°C increase over the past century has triggered severe droughts, wildfires, and floods.
Melting Glaciers and Rising Sea Levels
The rapid melting of glaciers in Greenland and Antarctica is causing sea levels to rise, threatening coastal cities and island nations.
Ocean Acidification and the Threat to Marine Life
Due to excessive carbon absorption, oceans are acidifying. The death of coral reefs and the destruction of marine habitats are deeply disrupting the food chain.
Ecosystem Collapse and Biodiversity Loss
Deforestation, pollution, and overhunting are driving thousands of species to extinction each year. Biodiversity loss destabilizes ecosystems, putting human survival at risk.
What Should We Do?
- Reduce fossil fuel dependence,
- Accelerate the transition to renewable energy,
- Adopt sustainable agriculture and consumption models,
- Strengthen climate policies through international cooperation.
Fighting climate change requires both individual and collective responsibility. Our planet’s future depends on the decisions we make today.