Climate change and global warming are two terms used interchangeably, but with a subtle difference. Climate change encompasses the long-term alteration of temperature and typical weather patterns in a place. Global warming, on the other hand, refers specifically to the planet's average temperature rising. While natural fluctuations have occurred throughout history, the current pace and scale of global warming are undeniably linked to human activities. The primary culprit is the emission of greenhouse gases, particularly carbon dioxide, from the burning of fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas. These gases act like a blanket around the Earth, trapping heat from the sun and causing temperatures to rise. Deforestation, another human activity, exacerbates the problem as trees absorb carbon dioxide. The effects of climate change are already being felt worldwide. Rising sea levels threaten coastal communities and low-lying islands. Melting glaciers disrupt freshwater supplies and contribute to sea level rise. Extreme weather events, such as heatwaves, droughts, floods, and wildfires, are becoming more frequent and intense. These changes are disrupting ecosystems, displacing populations, and jeopardizing food security. The window for taking action is rapidly closing. International agreements like the Paris Agreement aim to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius, preferably to 1.5 degrees, compared to pre-industrial levels.