10 Questions
What is the minimum period of time required to define a climate pattern in a given area?
At least 30 years
What is the main objective of the Kyoto Protocol?
To reduce the emission of hazardous gases
What is one of the natural sources of climate change?
Volcanic eruptions
What is the name of the main environmental agency in the Philippines?
Environmental Management Bureau (EMB)
What is one of the risks of climate change mentioned in the text?
Harm to human health
What is the name of the law that controls toxic substances and hazardous and nuclear wastes in the Philippines?
Republic Act 6969
What is the main reason for the increase in global climate patterns change?
Increase in population and consumption of natural resources
What is the name of the treaty that aims to reduce the emission of hazardous gases?
Kyoto Protocol
What is one of the responsibilities of the Environment Management Bureau (EMB)?
To implement and enforce environmental laws
What is one of the consequences of climate change mentioned in the text?
Deterioration of air and water qualities
Study Notes
Climate Change Awareness
- Climate is a general pattern of atmospheric conditions in a given area over periods of 30 years to thousands of years, based on temperature and precipitation.
- Climate change is a global concern requiring international cooperation.
International Agreement to Control Climate Change
- The Kyoto Protocol is a treaty aimed at reducing emissions of hazardous gases, including carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, and fluorine.
- The agreement involves many countries working together to combat climate change.
Causes of Climate Change
- Natural causes:
- Volcanic eruptions
- Tectonic plate movement
- Ocean currents
- Earth's orbital changes
- Wildfires
- Anthropogenic sources (human activities)
Risks of Climate Change
- Environmental degradation
- Harm to plants and animals
- Hazard to human health
- Deterioration of air and water qualities through pollution
- Deterioration in profitable agricultural production
Environmental Management in the Philippines
- The Environment Management Bureau (EMB) is the main environmental agency responsible for implementing and enforcing environmental laws.
- Key laws and acts in the Philippines include:
- Republic Act 6969 - Toxic substances and hazardous and nuclear wastes control Act of 1990
- Republic Act 8749 - Clean Air Act of 1999
- Republic Act 9275 - Clean Water Act of 2004
- Republic Act 9003 - Ecological Solid Wastes Management Act of 2000
Learn about climate change, its impacts, and the global efforts to control it. Climate change is a global concern that requires cooperation from all.
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