The climate crisis refers to global warming and its effects, which are increasing at an alarming rate. This warming is mainly due to the Greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) into the atmosphere, a product of human activities.
The main cause of the climate crisis is Burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil and natural gas. These fuels release large amounts of CO2, methane and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, trapping the sun’s heat and causing global temperatures to rise.
Latest news from around the world
- Temperature recording: For the first time, global temperatures have risen by 1.5 degrees in an entire year, marking a worrying milestone in the advance of climate change.
- Insufficient funding: A new report shows that Latin America is failing to invest sustainable budgets to combat the climate crisis.
- Drought warning: Various regions of the world, including southern Europe, North Africa and Latin America, are experiencing extreme drought, causing tree death and threatening food security.
- Effects on ecosystems: Rising temperatures and ocean acidification threaten the survival of coral reefs and endanger marine biodiversity.
Drought warning in the world:
Affected regions:
- Africa: The Horn of Africa, South Africa, Madagascar and North Africa.
- Europe: Southern Europe, including Spain, Italy, Greece and Portugal.
- Asia: Middle East, including Iraq, Iran and Afghanistan.
- America: Southwestern USA, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean.
- South America: Argentina, Chile and Uruguay.
Consequences:
- Lack of water: It affects human consumption, agriculture, livestock and industry.
- Crop loss: Rising food prices and risk of famine.
- Forest fires: Destruction of forests and ecosystems.
- Population shifts: People migrate in search of water and better living conditions.
Causes:
- Climate change: Increase in temperatures and decrease in precipitation.
- Improper water management: Overuse of water resources and pollution.
- Deforestation: Loss of soil water holding capacity.
Measures to combat drought:
- Efficient use of water: Implement efficient irrigation techniques and reduce consumption.
- Reforestation: Restoration of plant cover to improve water retention.
- Infrastructure development: Construction of reservoirs and irrigation systems.
- Investigation and development: Search for new technologies for water management.
- International cooperation: Implement common policies and strategies to address the crisis.
The climate crisis in Latin America:
- Water crisis: Water shortages are worsening in Mexico City, with serious consequences for the population and the urban ecosystem.
- Forest fires: The frequency and intensity of forest fires in the region is increasing, with devastating consequences for flora, fauna and local communities.
- Soil degradation: Climate change is accelerating soil erosion, reducing agricultural productivity and threatening food security.
- Lack of political action: Despite the severity of the climate crisis, the issue remains on the political agenda in many countries in the region.
The climate crisis in Argentina:
- Heat wave: High temperatures are expected in several provinces across the country, increasing the risk of wildfires and heat-related illnesses.
- Drought in the north: The provinces of northern Argentina continue to be affected by drought, which is having serious consequences for agriculture and livestock production.
- Warning for the Riachuelo: A new study warns of an increased risk of flooding in the Riachuelo Basin due to climate change.
- Advances in renewable energy: Investment in renewable energy is increasing, presenting an opportunity to curb climate change and create green jobs.
It is important to remember that the climate crisis is a global problem that requires urgent and concerted action from all sectors of society.
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