Global warming, deforestation, marine degradation, species extinction, biodiversity, fossil fuel scarcity are all terms we hear and read in the media. But do we know what they mean? The opinions can be very biased so it’s difficult to know the truth. Here are some great infographics about the environment that will help you understand the issues more and maybe answer some questions.
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How Climate Change is Destroying the Earth
Source: LearnStuff's Infographic Explains How Climate
The major issues of climate change in one infographic.
Why Our Seas Are Collapsing
Source: Why our seas are collapsing
The state of the oceans is crucial to the world's health.
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The Importance of Our Forests
Source: INFOGRAPHIC: Celebrate International Day of
Forests are essential to maintaining life on Earth.
Deforestation
Source: You've Heard About This Problem
We should be celebrating trees and looking after our forests, instead we are abusing them.
Layers of the Earth's Atmosphere
Source: Layers of Earth's Atmosphere
The Ozone Layer is in the stratosphere: Most ozone (about 90%) resides between 6 and 10 miles (10 and 17 kilometers) above the Earth's surface and extends up to about 30 miles (50 kilometers).
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Loss of Biodiversity
Source: Loss of Biodiversity Visual.ly
Man is clearly the most selfish inhabitant of Planet Earth.
Wetlands
Source: Environment Infographics Infographics Showcase
The wetlands are a vital ecosystem that is being damaged.
The Value of Soil
Source: Where Food Begins
Without healthy soil, how can we grow healthy food? Healthy soils are critical for global food production, but we are not paying enough attention to this important ally.
Can We End Our Fossil Fuel Addiction by 2050?
Source: Can We End Our Fossil
Various bodies set climate change targets including the Kyoto Protocol and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
Trash - How Long It Really Lasts
Source: Before You Toss It “Away”……
Did you imagine how long some of these things last?
Ocean Pollution
Source: How Ocean Pollution Affects Humans
Climate change's effect on the oceans doesn't just affect marine life.
Urbanization
Source: How Urbanization Affects the Environment
The attraction of the bright lights of a city has an impact too.
How Much Impact Does One Person Have on the Environment?
Source: My Environmental Footprint Visual.ly
Are you surprised by the resources we use during our lifetime.
How to Feed the World without Destroying It
Source: How to feed the world
This infographic provides a comparison of agroecology versus industrial agriculture
What is El Niño?
Source: El Niño by Weather Underground
I always wondered what El Nino is? Have you?
Global Fisheries in Crisis
Source: Global Fisheries in Crisis #infographic
Many communities rely on fish rather than meat. Fishing fleets and villages all around the world are suffering the impact of climate change and overfishing on fish stocks.
How We're Endangering Animals
Source: How We’re Endangering Animals [Infographic]
Our actions have a direct effect on changes in the ecosystem
WHAT YOU DON'T KNOW about YOUR WATER
Source: The Water Rich vs The
Many of us forget or do not realize water is a scarce resource.
The Global Water Crisis
Source: Not a Drop to Drink
And this demonstrates the potential impact on the USA. Water is the New Oil. The global water crisis will be the central issue facing our world this century
The Truth about Plastic
Source: Sorry, WHAT
Every piece of plastic ever made still exists today. Eek!
Food Waste
Source: What Food Waste Is Costing
This is shocking. I know I can reduce food waste a home - I'm sure you can too?
Disappearing Wildlife
Source: This Infographic on How Much
This Infographic on how much wildlife we've lost in the past 40 years will shock you.
Hungry Planet
Source: Hungry Planet Infographic Shows How
A stark illustration of how poorly we are managing our eco budget.
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What We Throw in the Ocean
Source: Forbes Welcome
For the last 25 years, the International Coastal Cleanup has recorded the debris collected by volunteers on the beach.
The Growth of Mankind and Its Impact on the Environment
Source: Masters Of The Earth
Paints an interesting (and somewhat shocking) picture doesn't it?
Plastic Bag Bans
Source: Plastic bag bans: Infographic shows
Do you avoid using plastic bags?
Biodiversity for Food Security and Nutrition
Source: Biodiversity for food security and
Although some issues have been covered by previous infographics, I like the way this summarizes biodiversity and food production in simple points.
Pollution
Source: CO2 Emissions & Pollution Visual.ly
The naming and shaming of contributors to the pollution issue.
The Dangers of Indoor Pollution
Source: INFOGRAPHIC: The dangers of indoor
I am conscious of needing clean air at home but I didn't realize there was so much to indoor pollution.
Air Quality
Source: Air Quality - The 10
You may think you breathe decent air - time to think again?
The Countries Most Likely to Survive Climate Change
Source: The Countries Most Likely To
Just another reason for me to retire to Australia!
The Global Carbon Footprint
Source: Visualizing the Global Carbon Footprint
This is such a brilliant way to represent the issue.
The Environmental Impact of Your Hamburger
Source: The Environmental Impact Of Your
The poor old hamburger - it is always picked on!
I hope these have helped you understand more. They won't answer every question and I also can't vouch for their accuracy as there is so much controversy and debate about around statistics presented for climate change and its impact.
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