The UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its newest report, which warns us about the growing number of negative effects in connection with the climate change. Based on the opinion of experts, this can only be achieved by coordinated global action, financial and political support, and increased targeted investments.
The UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its newest report, which warns us about the growing number of negative effects in connection with the climate change. In many areas of the Earth, heat waves, floods, droughts, issues with water- and food supply occur, which jeopardize the wellbeing and health of humankind, the natural ecosystem and the safe future of civilization. Therefore, immediate and ambitious measures are needed. Based on the opinion of experts, this can only be achieved by coordinated global action, financial and political support, and increased targeted investments.
The report is novel due to the fact that it integrates social sciences, natural sciences and economics - thus providing a comprehensive picture.
Unfortunately, taking the current pace of climate change into account, it seems inevitable that the average temperature increases by 1.5°C by 2040 (compared to the average level from the era of the industrial revolution). This level means critical change in state of affairs. If we fail to reverse it, we will need to face a decreasing fauna, water shortages, food security hazards, floods, droughts and heat stress. However, according to the report of IPCC, in case we act instantly, there is a chance to moderate the impacts.
The report pays highlighted attention to cities, too, as the impacts of climate change are tangible there, and becoming even more serious due to growing urbanisation levels. Luckily, they can also be handled with rational urban and mobility planning, and sustainable energy systems. According to climate researchers, establishing green infrastructure is of utmost importance in cities.
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