Climate Change and its Environmental Impact

Climate change is primarily caused by the release of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide and methane from human activities like burning fossil fuels and deforestation. This leads to rising global temperatures, melting ice caps, sea level rise, and extreme weather events. In South Africa, climate change affects the environment by leading to droughts, loss of biodiversity, and disruption of agricultural patterns. Educating students about climate change in their Grade 9 Earth Sciences curriculum is crucial to fostering environmental awareness and promoting sustainable practices for the future.