Climate Change

Climate change refers to long-term alterations in average weather patterns, both globally and regionally. It encompasses changes in temperature, precipitation patterns, sea levels, and other climate-related indicators. While climate change can be a result of natural processes, current discussions often focus on changes attributed to human activities, particularly the release of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide. The discussion about sources of energy, especially fossil fuels versus renewables, ties into debates about greenhouse gas emissions and their role in climate patterns.

When assessing policies, voters might contemplate proposals related to greenhouse gas emission reductions and their potential economic or societal implications, policies on renewable energy development and research, stances on U.S. participation in international climate agreements or conventions, approaches to address potential impacts of climate change on infrastructure, public health, and the economy as well as views on government funding for climate science and research.