On a local scale, climate change can increase the occurrence of heat related deaths, particularly in the elderly. Climate change can also impact crop production and for Pennsylvania it can limit the variety of apples that are able to be grown. Increases in the Earth's temperature has an impact on its systems. For our students, the most important part of the process is informing them about the reality of the Earth's changing climate that has come as a result of human activity. Students should also understand that they have power to make a difference. Conservation should be part of the conversation.
- Tiamo