Climate change refers to significant and lasting alterations in temperature, precipitation, wind patterns, and other elements of the Earth’s climate system. It primarily results from human activities, particularly the emission of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide and methane, which enhance the natural greenhouse effect. This leads to global warming—an increase in Earth’s average surface temperature—alongside other environmental impacts, including rising sea levels, more frequent and severe weather events, and shifts in ecosystems and wildlife populations. Climate change is a critical and urgent global issue that affects natural environments, human health, and economies, necessitating coordinated efforts to mitigate its effects and adapt to changing conditions.
The UK experiences highly unpredictable weather, shifting rapidly from warmth to wintry conditions, often referred to as "fool's spring." Recently, the Cheltenham racecourse saw a drastic change from warm, sunny…