World's Biggest Problems

week 3

1.  Global warming

Humans are the cause of the world’s problems including global warming. Our rapid burning of fossils fuels have led to a deathly spiral where we are increasing the world’s temperature. This increase in temperature can lead to floods and even another ice age if pushed far enough.

A solution could be to switch from fossil fuels to renewable energy such as solar and hydroelectric.

2.  Overpopulation

Overpopulation is a large problem because there are only so many resources and large amounts of people easily deplete them. Unfortunately, large populations can also lead to many people going hungry.

A sad solution would to be to limit the number of children people can have.

3. Deforestation

Deforestation is a problem because we are getting rid of trees which are responsible for giving off oxygen and taking away harmful carbon dioxide. The increase in CO₂ also is detreating our ozone increasing the world’s temperature.  

A solution would be to plant new trees after chopping previous ones down.

4. Extinction of animals

Our deforestation and hunting of animals has caused some to be put on the endangered list. Biodiversity is very important in keeping the food cycle in check. It is also very hard to bring back species that are at very low numbers.

A solution would be to prevent deforestation and to get rid of poachers.

5. Pollution

Overall pollution of waste is difficult on the world in many different ways. One way is that layers of filth can collect on the surface of the oceans and prevent sun light from reaching coral reefs, killing them and destroying an entire environment.

A solution is to limit waste and control where the waste goes.

6. War/ Conflict around the world

There is war and conflict all around the world. And while battle are being fought, there are innocent civilians who unfortunately get caught in the middle.

It is very hard to pick a simple solution to such complex problems, but possibly having more discussions could help ease tension.

7. Depleting of natural resources

With overpopulation comes a depletion of natural resources including things from fossil fuels to food. We are using fossil fuels at a very fast rate and we will soon need to find another form of fuel.

A solution would be to switch to a renewable form of energy.

8. Rise of poverty

There is a large portion all over the world, but especially in third world countries where finding food and shelter is very difficult. Overpopulation making it harder for more people to stay afloat with limited jobs and tough environments.

A solution to this would to help put up more places for those in poverty to find help.

9. Racism

Racism has been around for a long time and within the past few decades has been on the decline. However, there are still people out there with radical ideas and unfortunately take action and cause people harm like shooting that recently happened in Charleston.

I believe that a good education is always helpful.

10. Disease

With the ease of transportation in today’s world, disease is more easily spread. Also with preventative measures like shot and other medications, diseases, through natural selection, are able to make themselves stronger and more potent.

A solution would be to keep making more preventative measures and keep track of diseases.