Further information

For more information about Climate Change, explore the links below provided by the Grantham Institute for Climate Change and Environment at Imperial College London.

These are produced in collaboration with their sister institute at Grantham LSE (London School of Economics), bringing together expert knowledge on climate science, economics and politics to answer commonly asked questions on the causes and impacts of – and solutions to – climate change.

How do we know climate change is happening?

Humans are changing the planet's climate and causing the global average temperature to rise.
How to scientists know this is happening and what exactly causes it?

What are the impacts of Climate Change?

How is the climate changes, and what does this mean for humans, plants and natural ecosystems?

What are the world's countries doing about climate change?

The world's countries have all signed up to the Paris Agreement.
What does this actually mean, and are we on track to meet its goals?

How and when do we need to act on climate change?

Why is it urgent to act on climate change now?
What is a 'net-zero' emissions target?

How will acting on climate change affect the economy?

Climate action is an opportunity to create a new, green economy.
What economic benefits and costs does it bring?

How can acting to halt climate change be made 'fair'?

Does tackling climate change stop countries developing?
What is a 'just transition'?
Why do people talk about an 'ethical obligation' to act on climate change?