Climate Change
Switzerland
What Is Climate Change
A change in global or regional climate patterns, in particular a change apparent from the mid to late 20th century onwards and attributed largely to the increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide produced by the use of fossil fuels.
What Are The Effects Of Climate Change Globally
Average global sea level has increased eight inches since 1880, but is rising much faster on the U.S. East Coast and Gulf of Mexico. Global warming is now accelerating the rate of sea level rise, increasing flooding risks to low-lying communities and high-risk coastal properties whose development has been encouraged by today's flood insurance system
What Are the Causes Of Climate Change
Certain gases in the atmosphere block heat from escaping. Long-lived gases that remain semi-permanently in the atmosphere and do not respond physically or chemically to changes in temperature are described as "forcing" climate change. Gases, such as water vapor, which respond physically or chemically to changes in temperature are seen as "feedbacks."
What are the effects of climate change in Switzerland
The climate in Switzerland is characterised by large natural fluctuations. However, certain changes that have taken place since industrialisation can only be explained in terms of the increase in greenhouse gases. The average annual temperature has seen an increase of around 2°C since 1864 (as by 2018), for the most part in the last few decades. Most notably, there has been significantly less snow since the 1980s, and some changes in precipitation are now becoming apparent. According to current climate scenarios, the warming will continue into the future. Summers are becoming drier, and extreme weather events are increasing