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Earth's Convergence: Navigating the Climate Polycrisis




In the year 2050, the world will be unrecognizable due to the drastic changes brought about by the climate crisis. Once-thriving landscapes now lay barren, and coastlines are swallowed by the relentless oceans. Adarsh, a young man, and his family embark on a journey to find a new home in the desolate wastelands, where resources are scarce and survival is a daily struggle.

As Adarsh gazes at the depleted ocean, a stark reminder of the vibrant seas of the past, he grapples with the harsh reality that the world has irreversibly changed. The diminishing sunlight evokes a fear in him that he may never experience the warmth of the sun again. Amidst this grim backdrop, Adarsh aims to discuss the multifaceted issue of "Climate Polycrisis," which encompasses interconnected crises stemming from climate change across various sectors.

The 2021 WHO Health and Climate Change Survey Report highlights the severe threats posed by climate change to human health, estimating an additional 250,000 deaths annually between 2030 and 2050.

The causes of climate polyclimatism, including greenhouse gas emissions and unsustainable consumption, are outlined, with a particular focus on their impact on vulnerable populations. According to an RBI report, extreme heat and humidity may adversely affect labour hours, and up to 4.5% of India’s GDP could be at risk by 2030.

The effects manifest in extreme weather events, disruptions to agriculture, health impacts, economic disruptions, and potential political instability.

To address this crisis comprehensively, a holistic strategy is proposed, emphasizing the need for diverse perspectives and goals of stakeholders while prioritizing resilience, equity, and justice, so that innocents like Adarsh can live happily in the near future.

Key measures include reducing greenhouse gas emissions, adapting to climate change impacts, promoting sustainable development, strengthening international cooperation, introducing carbon taxation, engaging the public in carbon reduction and sustainability, setting realistic carbon reduction targets, and introducing carbon GDP in order to promote ecological sustainability.

India's initiatives in climate change mitigation, such as the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC), are acknowledged. The conclusion underscores the importance of a comprehensive and integrated approach involving individuals, businesses, governments, and international organizations. The establishment of a national carbon accounting system is highlighted as a crucial step toward informed decision-making and progress tracking for a sustainable future.
Location: NAARM Campus, Acharya Ng Ranga Agricultural University, Rajendranagar mandal, Hyderabad, Telangana 500030, India

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