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Climate change? |
Any change in weather of an area over a long period of time |
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Global response? |
Kyoto protocol |
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Facts in the Kyoto project
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Aim to reduce greenhouse gases by 5% Each country was set a target Carbon credits system Not all countries agreed to the protocol |
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Kyoto project? |
In 1997, most countries agreed to monitor and cut greenhouse gases |
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National responses the climate change |
Taxation- governments Increase tax on cars that release high emissions
Transport- improve public transport |
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Local responses to climate change |
Recycling- recycle more waste Burning recycled waste
Conserving energy- authorities give money to make homes more energy efficient
Congestion charging- local authorities charge people for driving in cities during busy times |
