Identify six Organisations that combat climate change in South Africa and discuss two aims of each
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Explanation:
Climate change in South Africa is a critical concern for South Africans as climate change will affect the overall status and wellbeing of the country, for example with regards to water resources. Just like many other parts of the world, climate research showed that the real challenge in South Africa was more related to environmental issues more than developmental ones.[2] The most severe effect will be targeting the water supply, which has huge effects on the agriculture sector.[3] Speedy environmental changes are resulting clear effects on the community and environmental level in different ways and aspects, starting with air quality, to temperature and weather patterns, reaching out to food security and disease burden.[4]
Carbon Dioxide Emissions World Map
Climate Map of Africa[1]
The various effects of climate change on rural communities are expected to include: drought, depletion of water resources and biodiversity, soil erosion, decreased subsistence economies and cessation of cultural activities.[5]
Africa is currently and prospectively suffering from significant heat waves based on the nature of the continent amid the current environmental crisis.[6] South Africa contributes considerable CO2 emissions, being the 14th largest emitter of CO2.[3] Above the global average, South Africa had 9.5 tons of CO2 emissions per capita in 2015.[3] This is in large part due to its energy system relying heavily on coal and oil.[3] As part of its international commitments, South Africa has pledged to peak emissions between 2020 and 2025.[3]