| Syllabus: GS II, Subject: Polity, Topic: Elections and RPA, Issue: Climate change issue in elections. |
Findings of World Meteorological Organization (WMO)’s State of the Global Climate report-2023
- 2023 is the hottest year globally.
- Average temperature rise from pre-industrial levels is 1.45°C, nearing the 1.5°C limit.
- Record-breaking events – ocean temperature rise, glacier retreat Sea levels are rising
- These events disrupt activities, including agriculture, affecting development globally.
Steps to address climate change:
- The Paris Agreement became legally binding in 2016.
- India has implemented initiatives such as the National Action Plan on Climate Change and the National Solar Mission to shift towards renewable energy.
The way ahead:
- The timing of the State of the Global Climate report is opportune for political discourse.
- Political parties should address climate change concerns and outline action plans.
