climate change and telecommunications

Climate change refers to long-term shifts in global weather patterns caused mainly by human activities, such as burning fossil fuels, which release greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. These gases trap heat, leading to rising temperatures and climate impacts like severe storms and rising sea levels. Telecommunications—like internet, mobile, and satellite systems—depend on infrastructure that can be affected by climate impacts, such as storm damage or flooding. Additionally, telecommunications play a vital role in monitoring climate change, enabling data sharing, disaster response, and raising awareness, thus connecting technology with efforts to understand and address environmental challenges.