ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Human Interference Task Force

Okay kiddo, imagine you have a toy and you like to play with it in a certain way. Now, imagine that someone else comes along and tries to change the way you play with your toy. That person is interfering with your play!

The same thing can happen with nature. We call it "human interference" when people do things that impact the natural world in different ways. For example, if people cut down too many trees in a forest, it can harm the animals that live there. Or if people dump trash in the ocean, it can damage the habitats of fish and other creatures.

To try and prevent or lessen this interference, sometimes we create what's called a "human interference task force." This group of people works together to find ways to reduce the negative effects that humans have on the environment. They might study how different kinds of human activity affect the natural world, and then come up with ideas for how to change things to make them better.

For instance, an interference task force might suggest that people use public transportation to cut down on pollution from cars, or encourage companies to use biodegradable materials in their products. By taking steps to reduce human interference, we can help protect the planet and all the living things that call it home!