Poll campaigns in India must reflect climate issues

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.

Source: The Hindu