April 17th, 2009
How Will Climate Change Effect the South Coast?
It has been estimated that within the next 60 years, so certainly within the lifespan of today’s generation, the impact of climate change on the South Coast of England could see a 20% increase in winter rainfall and a rise in sea level of up to 90 centimeters. Scientists also predict that the average annual temperature will be up to 4°C higher by 2080 leading to a 50% reduction in summer rainfall.
Changes to our climate on this scale will have a considerable impact, not just on our physical environment e.g. wildlife, natural resources and landscapes, but crucially on our way of life for example, public health, agricultural practices, transport, life expectancy and the local economy.
The results of these findings are nonnegotiable and uncompromising; immediate and effective action must be taken to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions or our failure to act will constitute nothing less than gross negligence.
To find out more visit: http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/
luke Anderson
07.05.09
These facts are truely worrying and we really need to take action now for future generations!!
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