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Global Warming

Global Warming. Gilberto Maurtua P.S. 128 Audubon School. Define the Problem. What is global warming?. A gradual warming of the Earth's atmosphere reportedly caused by the burning of fossil fuels and industrial pollutants. Gather the Evidence. Complete this worksheet: PPA Step #2.

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Global Warming

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  1. Global Warming Gilberto Maurtua P.S. 128 Audubon School

  2. Define the Problem What is global warming? A gradual warming of the Earth's atmosphere reportedly caused by the burning of fossil fuels and industrial pollutants

  3. Gather the Evidence Complete this worksheet: PPA Step #2 http://www2.maxwell.syr.edu/plegal/TIPS/worksheet2.doc

  4. Causes of Global Warming Carbon Dioxide Emission

  5. Cause 1. Methane emissions from animals, agriculture Cause 2. Increase in usage of chemical fertilizers on croplands

  6. Cause 3. Deforestation

  7. How it Affects the Planet Greenhouse Effect

  8. Green house Effect causes Melting Glaciers and Droughts

  9. The present policies regarding the environment 1. Cars that are fuel inefficient... Gas guzzlers! 2. Coal burning plants

  10. We must be proactive in our quest to save our planet. The best solutions are on the following slides…….

  11. How can we stop global warming? 1. Plant a Tree 2. Choose clean power 3. Unplug your freezer 4. Change your light bulbs.

  12. 5. Buy a fuel efficient car 6. Look for Energy Star on products 7. Let policymakers know you are concerned about global warming

  13. Let’s save our planet before it’s too late.

  14. The End Gilberto Maurtua PS128 Audubon School

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