Global earthquakes are a natural phenomenon that has attracted the attention of many scientists and researchers, especially when discussing the impact of climate change on seismic activity. In recent decades, climate change has affected various aspects of the environment, and increasing evidence suggests a link between climate change and increased seismic activity. Climate change, in particular rising global temperatures and melting ice sheets, has caused a redistribution of mass on our planet. As the ice melts, the volume of water in the oceans increases, and it has been observed that these changes can affect the geological load on the Earth’s crust. This causes increased pressure on the fault zone, potentially resulting in an earthquake. For example, studies show that melting ice in Greenland and Antarctica can trigger small earthquakes in the surrounding region. Furthermore, changes in rainfall patterns can also trigger seismic activity. Adding water to the soil can affect slope stability and increase pressure on rock layers. When water seeps into cracks in rock, it can create conditions that increase the likelihood of an earthquake. Especially in areas prone to landslides, changes in soil weight can cause geological fragmentation which triggers seismic activity. The increase in temperature caused by climate change also has an impact on geothermal activity. Increasing temperatures in the earth’s crust can speed up the magma process and affect the level of volcanic activity. Active volcanism, in turn, can trigger earthquakes associated with volcanic eruptions. In addition, climate change has affected groundwater migration patterns and soil aeration efficiency, potentially altering the stability of subsurface geological formations. When groundwater is reduced, problems such as land subsidence can arise, which can increase the frequency of small earthquakes. It is important to note that not all regions are affected equally. Areas with different geological characteristics, such as subduction zones and active faults, are potentially more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change compared to geologically stable areas. Seeing this complexity, it is important for researchers to continue modeling and analyzing seismic behavior related to geoclimatic, in order to provide deeper insight and a better understanding of their interactions. Through growing research, the scientific sector seeks to integrate geological and climate data to create more accurate models in predicting potential earthquakes due to climate change. Handling and mitigating this risk is becoming increasingly crucial, especially for people living in earthquake-prone areas. The relationship between global earthquakes and climate change opens up new perspectives in understanding the dynamics of the earth and the importance of maintaining the stability of the ecosystems we inhabit.

