Samoa, located in the South Pacific Ocean, is an island nation that is suffering from various hardships that are a result of climate change. The geographical characteristics of the country; flat land, dependence on the environment makes them prone to climate change, and consequently sea level rise, climate-induced events, and changes in the biophysical environment….
The ocean is the engine of global environment, using its vast array to make a difference. It affects the Earth’s climate, maintains biodiversity, regulates weather patterns and produces resources that are as much necessary to life on this planet. Nevertheless, human activities and nature have been stressing the marine system excessively, with catastrophic results on…
Abstract Climate change is one of the most important challenges facing humanity, and at its center lies carbon dioxide (CO2), which leads to environmental pollution. Among the primary components of a greenhouse effect, CO2 is something that contributes to cause climate change (temperature increases) worldwide. We first need to address what we mean when speaking…