Climate Change and Sustainable Solutions
Environmental challenges have become central to Englisch LK Abitur 2024 NRW Themen discussions. Greenhouse gas emissions, particularly carbon dioxide from human activities, continue to drive global temperature increases. The consequences are far-reaching, including severe weather events, ice cap melting, and water pollution.
Highlight: Only 3% of Earth's water is fresh water, making water conservation crucial for future sustainability.
Ocean acidification threatens coral reef ecosystems, while overfishing depletes marine resources. In response, sustainable lifestyle solutions have emerged: minimalism, plant-based diets, preference for regional and organic products, and reduced food waste. Transportation choices increasingly favor trains and buses over cars and aircraft, while fashion consciousness has shifted toward second-hand clothing to combat fast fashion's environmental impact.
Conservation efforts include water-saving practices, microplastic bans, digitalization to reduce paper use, and home gardening. The Fridays for Future movement exemplifies youth engagement in climate action. Forests play crucial roles in carbon dioxide removal, erosion prevention, and flood protection, making deforestation a critical concern.