Explore critical climate data tools used by scientists and diplomats to address the climate crisis. Access charts, research, and documents that informed the groundbreaking Port Vila Treaty environmental enforcement. Enjoy fun, accessible quizzes to test your knowledge of climate change and other issues.
The Bureau of Environmental Security acts aggressively against individual, corporate, and governmental polluters, as envisioned by the Port Vila Treaty. Prior to the Treaty, action to prevent the worst effects of climate change, for example, were spotty and uncoordinated. For example, the United States left, rejoined, and left international agreements on the climate crisis, which weakened climate efforts worldwide.
The Year of Storms saw the largest number of Category 5 hurricanes, cyclones and typhoons in recorded history, the majority of which hit populated areas. Afterward, the United Nations sponsored a working group of diplomats and scientists to develop the outline of the Port Vila Treaty. The consensus: Aggressive action was long overdue. Failure to act would mean the slow death of human civilization.
Data Tools for Decision-Makers and Citizens
Here’s a sample of data used by scientists to confirm how humans have accelerated climate change. The Bureau of Environmental Security is tasked with halting and, if possible, reversing these trends. One tool is a set of enjoyable quizzes to help you learn more about our global environment. You may be able to help us develop our own tools to help us with our work.
Yearly Atmospheric CO2 Increase
Human-induced carbon dioxide (CO2) increases are the primary driver of global average temperature rises.
Yearly Average CH4 (Methane) Increase
Methane’s high global warming potential makes the gas a significant contributor to climate change.
Yearly Global Mean Sea Level Rise
The melting ice caps threaten coastal cities across the globe; most people live near the sea.
Sustainable Travel Calculator
Helps you reduce the carbon footprint of your travel.
Arbor’s Carbon Equivalent Calculator
Helps you manage your carbon footprint.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the Bureau so aggressive in enforcement? Prior to the Port Vila Treaty, humanity’s efforts to fight climate change and other environmental problems was spotty and uneven. The Bureau is committed to a coordinated plan of action, including informing the public with Global Alerts.
How was the Port Vila Treaty written? The United Nations appointed an elite group of scientists and diplomats to propose text, which was accepted by member States at Port Vila in Vanuatu.
What was the conclusion of the scientists and other experts? Humanity was on the brink of a point of no return, as far as global pollution was concerned. It urged aggressive action, and the Bureau was tasked to enforce new rules governing greenhouse gases and other pollutants.
Sources: Climate Change Tracker, Sustainable Travel, Arbor