Climate change prior to the industrial revolution was triggered by variations in earth’s orbit that altered the levels of solar energy reaching our planet.

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20th and 21st century changes are different, dramatic, and a direct result of human activity. Global temperatures are climbing, ice sheets are shrinking, sea levels are rising, glaciers are retreating, and ocean acidification is increasing.

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Working side by side with our community partners, the People's Library is running projects that make a difference. ​

 

Would you like to become a People's Library Citizen Scientist? We're offering training and support in environmental issues and action, and setting the following challenges:

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• Write and present a talk on the environmental issue of your choice

• Choose an environmental project from a list of options

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The first Citizen Scientist awards were made in March. Contact us to find out more.

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