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1398 - What are the methods to respond to climate change

There are three main methods to respond to climate change:

  1. Mitigation: This means reducing the amount of greenhouse gases we produce to slow down global warming. Examples include:
  2. Using renewable energy like solar and wind power
  3. Increasing energy efficiency
  4. Planting trees and preserving forests

  5. Reducing waste and pollution

  6. Adaptation: This means preparing for the changes that climate change is bringing and making our homes and communities safer. Examples include:

  7. Building sea walls to protect against rising sea levels
  8. Creating green spaces to reduce the risk of flooding
  9. Developing new crop varieties that can withstand extreme weather

  10. Implementing early warning systems for natural disasters

  11. Resilience: This means making our communities stronger and more able to bounce back from climate-related disasters. Examples include:

  12. Creating emergency funds to help people recover from disasters
  13. Building stronger and safer homes
  14. Supporting communities that are already vulnerable to climate change
  15. Educating people about climate change and its risks.

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