The climate of the region tends to have wet and cool conditions over the winter.

Changes in climate resulting in drought and increasing floods are pushing food prices higher.

Carbon dioxide is the main greenhouse gas.

Wind energy is getting cheaper than dirty fossil fuels.

Global warming is contributing to rising sea water levels.

Actions of slowing deforestation can help to keep global warming in check.

Mass deforestation is destroying animal habitats.

Industrial water use damages inland water ecosystems.

Diminishing food sources, as well as climate changes, reduce biodiversity.

Accepting the toxic waste is not beneficial in the long-term for developing countries.

Disposing of nuclear waste in landfills is a disaster waiting to happen.

Volkswagen shut the emission control devices on their diesel-fueled cars.

Overgrazing damages plant cover and leads to soil erosion.

Winter storms have helped to declare the “exceptional drought” in California being over.

Air pollution is a drop in air quality caused by methane, sulphur dioxide, black carbon, etc.

The farm uses sustainable practices, permitting animals to carry out their natural behaviour.

The company recycles about 60 percent of the city’s waste.

Soil is contaminated by heavy metals such as arsenic and nickel.