But we all know that our environment is in jeopardy. The mounting research evidence should be clear to anyone. Species are at risk of disappearing from particular areas, or are at risk of total extinction. Pollution of our air, water and land is clearly a continuing threat, even with the impressive efforts that have been made by people, industries and governments in recent decades. One of the most significant challenges is one that has only become clear in recent years - that of climate change.
Climate change is a crisis resulting from many human-induced factors.
Climate change must be addressed as a priority. Well, to be quite honest - we did cause it. People acted as if our natural environment was without limits and we could take any actions without regard for their environmental consequences. We have not operated from the basis of clear principles. Science is helping us to understand what we have done, and what we must do better.