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The climate crisis is one of the most urgent threats facing humanity today. Scientists around the world agree that rising global temperatures, melting ice sheets, and warming oceans are clear indicators of a changing climate. According to climate evidence from NASA, Earth’s current warming trend is occurring at a rate not seen in the past 10,000 years, and this rapid change is strongly linked to human activity since the Industrial Revolution. NASA Science
At Earthshore.org, we believe that understanding this global challenge only makes sense when coupled with personal responsibility. Saving our ocean for our children depends on every one of us acting now—through daily choices, community engagement, and collective action.
The Science Behind Climate Change: A Historical Perspective
Climate science is built on decades of data and decades of physical evidence. Earth’s climate has shifted naturally throughout history, including cycles of ice ages and warmer periods. However, NASA’s climate change evidence shows that:
- Global surface temperatures have risen approximately 2 degrees Fahrenheit (about 1 degree Celsius) since the late 19th century, largely due to human-driven increases in greenhouse gases.
- Sea levels have risen about 8 inches (20 centimeters) over the past century, with the rate nearly doubling in recent decades.
- The ocean has absorbed most of the extra heat added to the Earth system, significantly altering marine environments.
- Ice sheets in Greenland and Antarctica are shrinking, and glaciers worldwide are retreating.
These changes are not random. They reflect a clear trend that corresponds with the rise in industrial emissions and growing heat-trapping gases in our atmosphere. NASA Science
This historical context matters. It confirms that the climate crisis is both real and human-influenced, and it is affecting ecosystems, shorelines, and ocean health around the world.
Why Earthshore.org Does What We Do
At Earthshore.org, our mission is rooted in this scientific truth: protecting the ocean and coastal ecosystems is essential for a stable climate and a thriving planet. But we also know that global climate change becomes meaningful only when individuals understand their role in it.
We work every day to:
- Prevent plastic pollution from entering our seas.
- Restore and protect coastal habitats—because healthy shorelines absorb carbon and support biodiversity.
- Educate communities about climate impacts and what they can do to help.
- Mobilize volunteers and advocates to defend our oceans.
Why do we do what we do? Because people everywhere deserve a future where oceans are healthy, ecosystems are stable, and communities are resilient. We work not just for the environment, but for our children—to save our ocean for our children.
From Global Problem to Personal Action
The climate crisis may be global in scale, but effective solutions begin with individual choices. Here are practical ways individuals can contribute to a healthier ocean and climate:
1. Reduce Single-Use Plastics
Every plastic bag, bottle, or straw avoided means fewer pollutants entering the ocean. Choose reusable alternatives whenever possible.
2. Support Coastal Cleanups
Join an Earthshore.org beach cleanup or organize one in your neighborhood. These actions protect marine life and foster community awareness.
3. Educate and Advocate
Share what you learn about climate science with friends, family, and colleagues. Awareness leads to change.
4. Minimize Your Carbon Footprint
Walk, bike, carpool, or use public transit. Choose energy-efficient appliances and support renewable energy where you can.
5. Donate or Volunteer
Financial and time contributions help Earthshore.org expand our programs, reach more communities, and protect fragile marine ecosystems.
Every Action Creates Impact
Global climate trends can seem overwhelming, and scientific evidence—such as that documented by NASA—can be sobering. But personal accountability is not powerless. Each step you take—whether reducing plastic use, joining a cleanup event, or supporting climate education—adds up to meaningful change.
Earthshore.org invites you to take action today. Together, we can save our ocean for our children and build the resilient future our planet needs.
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