NASA scientists are working to understand if our land and ocean can continue to absorb carbon dioxide at the current rate – and for how long.

Take a look at the infographic below. It covers the science behind Earth's carbon cycle and what's changing. (Credit:NASA/JPL)

Mercy Corps report that:

Around the world, people are experiencing both the subtle and stark effects of climate change. Gradually shifting weather patterns, rising sea levels and more extreme weather events are all clear and devastating evidence of a rapidly changing climate.

The impacts of climate change affect every country on every continent. They’re creating unprecedented challenges for millions of people already burdened by poverty and oppression.

The increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events like hurricanes, wildfires and droughts threaten the world's food supply, drive people from their homes, separate families and jeopardise livelihoods. And all of these effects increase the risk of conflict, hunger and poverty.

Visible evidence and climbing numbers demonstrate that climate change is not a distant or imaginary threat, but rather a growing and undeniable reality.

The situation is dire. Climate change has become a climate crisis.

Which parts of the world and its people are going to be disproportionately impacted by this climate crisis?

How can we take steps to tackle this climate crisis?

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