What can we do?

What Can We Do?

Global warming is the biggest threat for ringed seals. Greenhouse gases that are emitted into atmosphere cause an increase in temperatures, which causes ice to melt faster and puts stress on the ringed seals population. There is evidence that humans are the real cause of global warming. If we are the cause of this problem, we can be the solution of this problem as well. We can start helping to save ringed seals by preventing global warming through our actions. There are simple things that we can do, which would reduce the greenhouse effect and have a huge impact on protection for species that are in danger like ringed seals.

-Reducing fossil fuel consumption: We can use less energy or we can use alternative energy sources like wind and solar power.

- Plant Trees: Carbon dioxide is the most powerful greenhouse gas. Plants take in carbon dioxide, while giving off oxygen through photosynthesis. If we plant more trees and plants, we can reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

-Reduce Waste: Changing our consumption patterns and reusing items minimizes our carbon footprint, since fewer new resources need to be made. Recycling materials, glass, plastic, paper, glass whenever possible lowers greenhouse gas emissions, since recycled items consume less energy to produce than items manufactured from scratch.

-Conserve Water: Energy can be saved by using less water.