INTRODUCTION
Many people have no idea what climate change is, they often get confused with similar terms like weather and climate. But in fact, climate change is a series of extreme weather events that are occurring more frequently on different parts of the Earth because we haven’t done enough yet to lessen its impacts. Human activities have induced changes in the global environment of the Earth due to which the temperature of the Earth is increasing gradually.
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10 EASY WAYS TO EFFECTIVELY RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE
Environmental experts and scientists are already doing their job by raising awareness at the global level, however, the mafia against climate change is not silent and struggling hard to make people stop believing in ongoing climate crises. Here we have discussed 10 simple ways relating to how to raise awareness about climate change and environmental issues. You may like to read: What is Climate Justice and Why Is It Important?
COMMUNICATION
The simplest way to raise awareness about climate change is through communication. We must make it a normal talk so that every layperson in our surroundings should know that what climate change is.
ARRANGE SEMINARS AT THE LOCAL LEVEL
Arranging seminars or workshops at the local level could be another simple way to effectively raise awareness among people. Read: 10 Easy Ways To Store And Use Rainwater In Your House
CLIMATE CHANGE AWARENESS SHOWS
There should be talk shows on climate change so that people who watch television can also learn about terms related to climate change. Climate change should receive equal coverage just like politics.
MONTHLY EVENTS AT EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTES
The educational institutes should organize monthly events at universities, colleges, schools, and other educational facilities. This kind of activity raises awareness among students who belong to different fields of subjects
ART GALLERIES
People who are experts in art, painting, or anything visual illustration should spread awareness by images, street art, graffiti etc. Exhibiting art related to climate change is also a favorable option.
SOCIAL MEDIA
An easy way to spread awareness among people about the climate crisis is by using social media. It is one of the inexpensive methods that can be used at the national level. Read the role of environmental journalism here: Environmental Journalism Now Crucial And Dangerous Than Ever
NEW ABOUT GOVERNMENT ACTIONS AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE
What the government is doing against climate change should be highlighted in the news so that people gain knowledge about their surrounding environment.
HAND OVER POSTERS
Printing posters that have information regarding climate changes, extreme weather events, natural disasters, and handing them over to people is another simple way that could be effective.
HIGHLIGHT ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES IN A COMMUNITY
Highlighting environmental issues including open waste dumping, coal burning, water pollution, water scarcity, etc that are quite common and widespread in communities could also help people to learn about the climate crises. Check out: 15 Easy Ways To Make Your Home Environmental Friendly/Green
INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE CAN PLAY THEIR PART
In a busy lifestyle, many people tend to listen or read about their favorite influential person, those famous people can also play a critical role in raising awareness among different communities.
CONCLUSION
To understand simple terms, people need to do some kind of research on their own, there is already plenty of material available on the internet about climate change. Beware that you don’t fall victim to lies related to climate change that is also being spread over the internet. The biggest example is ‘climate change is a hoax’ that makes people believe that naturally, these extreme weather events will likely increase in the future. Only believe trusted and honest source when reading news about climate change and environment – like Envpk.com (wink)!
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Ms Ajwa really impressed by your points specific to the course