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Climate change

Climate change is a big  issue for WWF because it affects everything we do.

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A warming planet alters weather patterns and water supplies, seasonal growth for plants and ways of life for people and wildlife.

The impacts are already being felt all over the world. And it will get worse.


There's lots we can do, but not much time. 

That's why WWF is taking urgent, positive action to:

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Limit climate change – with the disappointing lack of a firm international climate deal to date, it's vitally important that we work urgently to control global warming. See all about our climate change campaigns.

Protect wildlife and people – those already affected and those most vulnerable to the inevitable future impacts of climate change must be helped to cope and adapt.

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The science says we need to keep global warming below 2º C (compared to pre-industrial levels), otherwise we risk uncontrollable changes to the way our planet works – and that means serious threats to a third of all species on Earth.

To keep temperatures down, we have to cut greenhouse gas emissions drastically – at least 80% by 2050, with a more immediate target of 40% by 2020.

If, like us, you want future generations to enjoy the beauties of our natural world, it’s vital that we all pull together to tackle climate change today.


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