Global warming management

Question 1

3 UK responses

Answer 1

Using groundwater to cool areas
Heat resistance proofing infrastructure, UK roads given gloss
Building more reservoirs (Oxford 150million m^3 of water)

Question 2

3 2015 Paris conference outcomes

Answer 2

190 governments agree to partially binding agreement to prevent global temp rise above 2’C
$100billion in aid for sustainable energy in developing world
78% of new energy investment in renewables by 2030

Question 3

3 Global failures to respond

Answer 3

40% increase in emissions 1990-2009
US+China counteracted all GHG losses from EU with extra production
Paris agreements non-binding until 55% ratification majority