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Most forms of renewable energy do not produce carbon dioxide and other harmful gases. Therefore, they can help reduce carbon dioxide emissions and minimize global warming.

Climate change has led to a warmer ocean surface. This can mean an increase in the number of hurricanes and typhoons.

Climate change has made temperatures around the world much warmer. Ice is also melting more quickly. Satellite measurements show that Greenland and West Antarctic ice sheets are letting go of about 125 billion tons of ice annually, which can raise sea levels about 0.35 mm (0.01 inches) a year.

Higher temperatures can also increase the levels of pollen, mold spores, and airborne pollutants in the atmosphere. This lowers air quality, which can lead to an increase in cases of respiratory disease, asthma, and allergies.