Adaptation is adjusting to climate change effects to moderate harm or exploit opportunities. It aims to manage impacts and risks for people and nature. Adaptation can be reactive (responding to impacts) or proactive (anticipating future changes)
Carbon offsetting compensates for greenhouse gas emissions through credits. Carbon credits represent one metric ton of CO2 avoided or removed. Carbon footprint measures total CO2 emissions from activities
Average adult needs 7 hours sleep, 35% get fewer than 7 hours. Sleep quality issues include loud snoring, daytime tiredness, and shortness of breath
Humans have emitted over 2,000 gigatons of CO2 since Industrial Revolution. Global temperature rise needs to be kept below 1.5°C. Carbon removal needed globally by 2050, ranging from 5 to 16 billion tons
Install water pumps with deep canals to drain floodwater. Raise land area before building roads to reduce flood risk. Construct quays along city borders to protect waterfront properties. Build sea walls and reefs to prevent water access. Spread river area and build dam to lower water levels
Sun damage can cause uneven skin distribution and structural changes. Dental issues like crooked teeth and TMJ can affect facial features. Poor sleeping habits and lifestyle habits can create asymmetry. Chewing habits and Bell's palsy can lead to facial asymmetry