What is climate?

It’s a more difficult question than you would think, especially when you have to explain it to an eleven-year old.

 

As a submission to this year’s Flame Challengeand ultimate winner in the graphic category, four of our researchers break down the concept of ‘climate’, and explain why climates are changing around the world, and why it matters.

 

infographic on "what is climate" from IISD Experimental Lakes Area in Ontario

infographic on "what causes climate" from IISD Experimental Lakes Area in Ontario

infographic on "what happens when climate changes" IISD Experimental Lakes Area in Ontario

infographic on "why is climate change a bad thing?" from IISD Experimental Lakes Area in Ontario