The World Economic Forum outlines a number of strategies that can be used to help ensure that everyone has access to enough nutritious food, even in the face of the challenges posed by climate change.
The G20 New Delhi Declaration acknowledges the disproportionate impact of climate change on women. The declaration was adopted at the G20 summit held in New Delhi, India, on September 9-10, 2023.
As per the new UN report, the world is far from being on track to meet the long-term goals of the Paris Agreement. The technical report on the first-ever Global Stocktake (GST), found that global greenhouse gas emissions are still rising, and are not on track to peak before 2025 as required to limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
The World Health Organization (WHO) launched a groundbreaking air pollution training toolkit for health workers on the International Day of Clean Air. The toolkit is designed to help health workers understand the health risks of air pollution and identify risk reduction measures. It also equips health workers to use the health argument to advocate for clean air interventions and promote collaboration between relevant civil society actors and governmental institutions for policy implementation.
Abhiir Bhalla, a 21-year-old environmentalist from Delhi, is advocating for the role of youth in climate action. Bhalla started his environmental journey at the age of 13, when he founded a youth organization called Green Circle. The organization works to raise awareness about environmental issues and to promote sustainable practices. Bhalla has also worked with the United Nations Environment Programme and the Children's Health Environmental Coalition.
Climate change is increasing the risks for people with lung conditions, such as asthma and Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). A study by the European Respiratory Society found that climate change is causing more frequent and severe air pollution episodes, which can trigger asthma attacks and worsen COPD symptoms. The study also found that climate change is leading to an increase in pollen levels, which can trigger allergies and asthma attacks.
Students from Delhi University’s Jesus and Mary College (JMC) in Delhi have built an eco-friendly toilet at the Kamla Market Police Station. The toilet is made from sustainable materials, such as eco-bricks, fly ash, and single-use plastic bottles. It also features energy-saving features, such as motion-sensor lights and a solar-powered water heater.
Climate change is a pressing issue, and our future generation must be aware of the consequences we are facing. In schools, teachers have now started navigating climate change in the classroom. Teachers face many challenges while introducing climate change in the classroom, such as the emotional toll it can take on students and the lack of resources.
A new study published in the Nature Journal suggests that Arctic sea ice could vanish completely during the summer months by the 2030s. The study was conducted by researchers from the University of California, Irvine.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is planning to set up a climate change and health hub in New Delhi. The hub will be a platform for knowledge sharing, partnerships, and innovations in the areas of climate change and health. It will also help developing countries build climate-resilient health systems.
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