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Countdown to UN Climate Change Summit in Copenhagen

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The UN Climate Change Summit is 26 days away. Greenpeace has an online petition for everyone to sign. You can sign the petition at http://www.greenpeace.org/international/campaigns/climate-change/take_action/leaders-go-to-copenhagen-climate-summit?0 The world needs to change from its addiction to coal and other fossil fuels , preserve forests and agree sustainable targets on reducing carbon emissions . Sign the petition and help persuade world leaders to make real progress, before its too late. Powered by ScribeFire . Related articles by Zemanta Agency Says Emissions Pact Would Ease Fossil-Fuel Use (nytimes.com) Carbon budgets are 'fair' says Lord Smith (telegraph.co.uk) The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Is Hurting U.S. Competitiveness (blogs.harvardbusiness.org) Fast-Track Plans For Nuclear Power Stations (news.sky.com) Plenary 1 (Part 2) (slideshare.net) Senate Global Warming Bill Is Seeking to Cushion the Impact on Industry (nytimes.com) Burning The Future: C...

Climate Change and Its Human Toll: A Stark Reality

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Climate Change and Its Human Toll: A Stark Reality Climate change is a pressing global issue that transcends boundaries, impacting lives and ecosystems across the planet. While we often discuss rising temperatures, melting ice caps, and extreme weather events, there's a harsh reality that deserves our utmost attention: the human toll of climate change.  Every year, a staggering 150,000 lives are lost due to the consequences of a warming planet. In this comprehensive article, we delve into the profound impact of climate change on human health and explore the urgent need for collective action. Understanding the Link Between Climate Change and Human Health Rising Temperatures and Heat-Related Illnesses As the Earth's average temperature continues to rise, we witness an alarming increase in heat-related illnesses. Prolonged exposure to extreme heat can lead to heatstroke, dehydration, and even death. Vulnerable populations, including the elderly and children, are particularly a...