Climate change is the long-term rise in Earth’s temperature and shifting weather patterns caused mainly by human activities like burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and overconsumption. These actions trap excess heat in the atmosphere, disturbing nature’s balance.

This guide explains the main causes of climate change, how it affects our daily lives through extreme weather, rising sea levels, food insecurity, and health risks, and why it is a serious issue for present and future generations. It also shares simple and practical steps individuals can take at home, in daily life, and through food and lifestyle choices to protect the planet and create a sustainable future.