Climate is the average weather conditions for a particular location over a long period of time, ranging from months to thousands or millions of years. WMO uses a year period to determine the average climate.
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Understanding climate change and how to stop it: a beginners guide
This guide provides the basics: what climate change is, what causes it, why it matters, and how we can respond. By the end, you'll have a clear picture of the problem and the practical steps humanity needs to take to fix it. Climate change affects our planet's weather patterns over long periods, driven mostly by human activities. This Understanding Climate Change: A Beginner’s Guide explains the basics, shares real-world insights, and shows how everyday people like you can help through personal choices and advocacy.
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Climate change solutions: how to stop it through individual actions
What You Can Do about Climate Change Click on the different topics on this graphic to learn what you can do now. At every level, people can take action to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The actions you take at home, at work, at school, on the go, and in your community all add up to make a difference.
