Managing Climate Change (OCR GCSE Geography A (Geographical Themes)): Flashcards
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What do mitigation strategies aim to reduce?
What do mitigation strategies aim to reduce?
Greenhouse gas concentration in atmosphere
What does Carbon Capture (CCS) do?
What does Carbon Capture (CCS) do?
Captures CO2 and stores it deep underground
What energy types are replacing fossil fuels?
What energy types are replacing fossil fuels?
Nuclear power and renewable energy
When was the Paris Agreement signed?
When was the Paris Agreement signed?
2015
What is the purpose of the Paris Agreement?
What is the purpose of the Paris Agreement?
Monitor and cut greenhouse gases
EU emissions target by 2020
EU emissions target by 2020
Cut emissions by 20%
Why does planting trees reduce CO2?
Why does planting trees reduce CO2?
Trees act as carbon sinks and absorb CO2
What does adaptation mean?
What does adaptation mean?
Responding to changes caused by climate change
New crops needed for changing agriculture
New crops needed for changing agriculture
Hardy crops suitable for harsh conditions
Why install water meters in homes?
Why install water meters in homes?
To discourage water use
Water management collection strategies
Water management collection strategies
Collect rainwater and recycle waste water
Thames Barrier: purpose and location
Thames Barrier: purpose and location
Flood barrier in London
LIC adaptations to sea level rise
LIC adaptations to sea level rise
Houses on stilts and flood shelters