Environment And Natural Resources

Global warming is the long-term rise in Earth's temperature caused by the accumulation of greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, in the atmosphere. These gases trap heat from the Sun, leading to a warming effect, which contributes to climate change, melting polar ice, and rising sea levels.

Natural resources are elements derived from the Earth that are used by humans for various purposes, such as sustenance, manufacturing, and energy. These include renewable resources like sunlight and wind, as well as non-renewable resources like fossil fuels and minerals.

The Earth Summit, formally known as the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED), was held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1992. It focused on sustainable development and the environment.