Global warming is changing Ohio but there are solutions for our state and nation. It is a global threat with real implications here in Ohio; implications we are already feeling.
Global warming is caused by a variety of gases and materials in our atmosphere; including huge amounts of carbon dioxide from human activities such as the extraction and burning of fossil fuels and the clearing of forests. Researchers across the country, world, and in Ohio have determined human-induced global warming is happening, is dangerous to human health, plants, and animals, and must be stopped.
GLOBAL WARMING IN OHIO
As global warming alters weather patterns across the globe, researchers have predicted severe impacts in Ohio.
Scorching hot summers are predicted to become the standard, and weather more severe and less predictable. This will result in more droughts as well as more floods – increasing uncertainty and damaging Ohio’s number one industry, agriculture.
As temperatures rise, air quality problems worsen – and Ohio cities will face more bad air days. Increased asthma and other health impacts would be significant.
Wildlife and trees will feel the impacts as well. For example cedar waxwings and bobolinks numbers are expected to drop significantly in Ohio due to global warming. To find out more about wildlife and tree impacts check out Ohio DNR’s Climate & Wildlife Tools and Resources.
ACTION, SOLUTIONS & LEADERSHIP
Ohio needs action and solutions. Our state has tremendous resources.
Better building codes and energy-efficient programs help Ohioans improve building performance and use less high-polluting energy.
Advanced farming practices and agriculture techniques can reduce neegative impacts on our air.
Transportation policies that improve the fuel efficiency of cars and trucks, and encourage and facilitate the development of more efficient travel can have huge impacts.
The US EPA has unveiled the Clean Power Plan, including the anticipated carbon pollution standards for new and existing power plants. The plan also expands efforts to make buildings more energy efficient, accelerates the deployment of renewable energy projects, and much more.
Global warming is changing Ohio but there are solutions for our state and nation. It is a global threat with real implications here in Ohio; implications we are already feeling.Global warming is caused by a variety of gases and materials in our atmosphere; including huge amounts of carbon dioxide from human activities such as the extraction and burning of fossil fuels and the clearing of forests. Researchers across the country, world, and in Ohio have determined human-induced global warming is happening, is dangerous to human health, plants, and animals, and must be stopped.GLOBAL WARMING IN OHIOAs global warming alters weather patterns across the globe, researchers have predicted severe impacts in Ohio.Scorching hot summers are predicted to become the standard, and weather more severe and less predictable. This will result in more droughts as well as more floods – increasing uncertainty and damaging Ohio’s number one industry, agriculture.As temperatures rise, air quality problems worsen – and Ohio cities will face more bad air days. Increased asthma and other health impacts would be significant.Wildlife and trees will feel the impacts as well. For example cedar waxwings and bobolinks numbers are expected to drop significantly in Ohio due to global warming. To find out more about wildlife and tree impacts check out Ohio DNR’s Climate & Wildlife Tools and Resources.ACTION, SOLUTIONS & LEADERSHIPOhio needs action and solutions. Our state has tremendous resources.Better building codes and energy-efficient programs help Ohioans improve building performance and use less high-polluting energy.Advanced farming practices and agriculture techniques can reduce neegative impacts on our air.Transportation policies that improve the fuel efficiency of cars and trucks, and encourage and facilitate the development of more efficient travel can have huge impacts.The US EPA has unveiled the Clean Power Plan, including the anticipated carbon pollution standards for new and existing power plants. The plan also expands efforts to make buildings more energy efficient, accelerates the deployment of renewable energy projects, and much more.
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