climate
Across
- 4. An uncontrolled fire that spreads quickly in vegetation.
- 6. A structure or effect that traps heat, often used to describe the warming of Earth's surface.
- 7. Global conferences where nations discuss actions to address climate change. (2words with hyphen) (Hint: Stands for "Conference of the Parties.")
- 9. A global accord where countries commit to reducing emissions to limit the rise in global temperatures. (2words with hyphen) (Hint: Named after a city in France.)
- 11. The total amount of emissions from an individual, organization, or activity, typically measured in units of carbon dioxide.
- 14. The atmospheric conditions in a small, specific area that may differ from the surrounding region.
- 15. The planting of trees in areas where there were none before, to combat environmental damage.
Down
- 1. Power derived from natural sources like the sun, wind, or water that replenish over time and do not run out. (2words with hyphen)
- 2. The variety of living organisms in a specific area, essential for maintaining ecological balance.
- 3. People forced to leave their homes due to climate-related disasters.
- 5. Meeting current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs.
- 8. The process of turning waste materials into new products to reduce environmental harm.
- 10. The process of water bodies becoming more acidic, often due to the absorption of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
- 12. The measure of how much sunlight is reflected by a surface.
- 13. Related to the regions near the North and South poles, characterized by ice, cold temperatures, and unique ecosystems.