DNL VOC CLIMATE

Crisis

Climate change is a … that cannot be ignored by governments.

Record levels/amount

Despite the claims of some scientists, we are now producing record levels of CO2 and there is no dispute about the connection between this and global warming.

Global

Although some areas are relatively unaffected now, climate change is a … problem.

Irreversible

The major concern is that the effects of our actions on the climate will be ….

Long-term

The effects of our use of fossil fuels today may last for generations and it is almost certain to have … consequences for humanity.

ill-health

It sometimes goes unnoticed that there is a clear connection between climate change and ….

Floods/rainstorms

One result of the rising temperatures is that … and … are now a frequent Occurrence.

the Polar ice cap

One major concern is that rising temperatures in the Arctic are causing the … to melt, which in turn is leading to rising sea levels.

Heatwaves and droughts

Most experts agree that there is an increased risk of … and other extreme weather conditions such as ...

the natural world

Climate change will not only have a severe impact on people, but also devastate … and lead to the extinction of important species.

Food shortages

We are already seeing in many parts of the world that climate change is leading to … as a direct consequence of extreme weather conditions.

Housing/homelessness

One side-effect of rising sea levels is that more and more people who live by the coast will become ….

Conflicts/wars

If no action is taken on climate change, then it is likely that there will be more … between nations, especially over water supplies.

Cost

It has been shown that any delay in making emission cuts will increase the … of reducing carbon dioxide by almost 50%.

Human activity

It is no longer possible to say that … does not affect weather conditions.

Greenhouse gas

CO2, CH4, N2O, HFC

Greenhouse gas emissions

If we are to halt climate change, we need to make substantial reductions in ….

Power stations

One of the leading causes of climate change is the number of dirty … using fossil fuels.

Carbon emissions

… are still rising year by year and are at record levels.

Illegal logging and deforestation

It should not be forgotten that … in the Amazon Basin is still a major factor in climate change.

Burning fossil fuels

Individuals can make a small contribution by not burning wood and other fossil fuels.

Wind and solar power

An obvious solution is to deploy much more ….

Renewable energy

Wind farms and other sources of … will help to reduce CO2 emissions to an acceptable level.

International action/cooperation

… climate change could have a significant impact.

Quick/immediate action

Any action should be immediate because this is not a problem that can be delayed.

Investment

There should be greater incentives to invest in renewables and to reduce the current reliance on fossil fuels.

Decommission power stations

It goes without saying that coal-fuelled power stations should be decommissioned.

Energy efficiency and waste

A greater emphasis on … would undoubtedly mean that less fuel was consumed.

Cope with

It is clear that national governments are no longer able to \[ \] by themselves with the problem.

Tackle

A global solution is necessary as only international bodies will be able to \[\] climate change.

Avert

Investment in renewable energy will help \[\] the impact of the CO2 emissions.

Prevent

The only way to \[\] a disaster is to reduce these emissions to zero.

Act/take action

Governments should \[\] decisive \[\] to halt global warming.

Fight/combat

A way needs to be found to make combatting global warming that is affordable.

Sustainable and affordable

The key is to ensure that all countries around the world have the chance to adopt energy

Community projects

In some areas there are small-scale \[\] to encourage local residents to install solar panels and, in some places, help pay for them.

Share transport

We also have the responsibility to consider how we contribute to global warming by making unnecessary car journeys. We can always cycle to work or share a car on the daily commute to work.

Diet and our carbon footprint

Reducing food wastage is perhaps the way individuals can minimise their carbon footprint and so help global warming.

Energy-efficient lightbulbs

Another small way in which we can use less energy is to switch to \[\] .

Solar panels

There are an increasing number of \[\] on the market and these can not only reduce energy bills but also mean that less carbon fuel is consumed.

Heat insulation

Likewise, it is important that people insulate their houses well so that less gas and electricity is consumed.