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This document was drafted by sabira coelho, regional migration, environment and climate change. It represents the first of two volumes of the fourth national climate assessment, mandated by. Climate change is the defining issue of our time and we are at a defining moment. Climate change is a term that refers to major changes in temperature, rainfall, snow, or wind patterns lasting for decades or longer. Scientists use statistical tests to determine the probability that changes in. Reducing the poverty impact of climate change requires strengthening social. Climate change, whether driven by natural or human forcing, can lead to changes in the likelihood of the occurrence or strength of extreme weather and climate events or both. References national research council, 2010a, advancing the science of climate change national research council, 2010b, limiting the magnitude of climate change national research council, 2010c. This report presents 37 indicators, each describing trends related. Read pope franciss full document on climate change the. Climate changes mental health making the connection.
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