LME 448: Sustainable Cities and Communities

  • Global Warming Trends Begins To Take Place

    Global Warming Trends Begins To Take Place
    Reported trend of global warming since the late 19th century. CO2 greenhouse gas is largest contributor. This is when reports of global warming and climate change began.
    "Global Warming 101 | National Geographic"
  • Funding Global Warming Research Begins

    Funding Global Warming Research Begins
    Because people have seen a change in the climate, they saw a need for research to take place. The US Office of Naval Research beings funding many projects used to understand climate change.
  • Studies Show Temperature Rising

    Studies Show Temperature Rising
    After much research, the studies began to show that temperatures are indeed rising. Because of this, research continues and is still happening.
  • Studies Reveal the Possible Outcomes of Climate Change

    Studies Reveal the Possible Outcomes of Climate Change
    After research we see the potential outcomes of global warming and climate change. This research shows the possible collapse of ice sheets and rising sea levels.
  • First Earth Day

    First Earth Day
    This was the first entire day dedicated to making more environmentally friendly choices. We have continued this holiday ever sense. Many schools in America take part in school wide Earth Day activities.
  • First Energy Crisis

    First Energy Crisis
    We saw the first energy crisis in 1973. The prices of oil has risen astronomically becoming the first energy crisis. This is not the only energy crisis we will see.
  • Second Energy Crisis

    Second Energy Crisis
    We saw the second energy crisis in 1979, only 6 years after the first ever energy crisis. This propelled the idea of renewable energy.
  • Begin Seeing the Serious Effects of Climate Change

    Begin Seeing the Serious Effects of Climate Change
    For example, Greenland and Antarctic ice sheets shrinking. Scientists find if we immediately stop all greenhouse gases, global warming will continue for several years due to the damage that is already done.
    "Is It Too Late To Stop Climate Change? Well, it's Complicated"
  • Paris Agreement on Climate Change

    Paris Agreement on Climate Change
    Nearly all nations pledge to work towards the goals for our environment, this agreement made huge strides in the right direction working to save our environment and reduce the damage.
  • USA Withdraws from Paris Agreement

    USA Withdraws from Paris Agreement
    President Donald Trump officially withdrew the United States from the Paris Agreement. President Trump's statement regarding this withdrawal "It is not a pressing issue, the Earth will cool down".
    "Who Is Responsible For Climate Change? – Who Needs To Fix It?"
  • Irreversible Damage Done by Climate Change

    Irreversible Damage Done by Climate Change
    By the year 2027, we will see the irreversible effects of climate change and global warming. In downtown New York City, there is a clock counting down from 7 years, to remind the residents that it is not too late to make eco friendly choices.
    "3 Climate Change Solutions that Could Actually Happen"
  • United Nations Global Goals 10 Targets

    United Nations Global Goals 10 Targets
    Safe & Affordable Housing
    Affordable & Sustainable Transport Systems
    Protect the World's Cultural & Natural Heritage
    Inclusive & Sustainable Urbanization
    Reduce the Adverse Effects of Natural Disasters
    Reduce the Environmental Impact of Cities
    Provide Access to Safe & Inclusive Green and Public Spaces
    Strong National & Regional Development Planning
    Implement Polices for Inclusion Resource Efficiency & Disaster Risk Reduction
    Support Least Developed Countries in Sustainable & Resilient Building