URGENT ACTION NEEDED TO COMBAT GLOBAL WARMING
Sajid Awan .
C-Suit Executive | CFO Shared Service | Managing Partner | Resources & Fiscal efficiency | Sales & Profitability Growth | Corporate Governance | ERP Implementation | Risk Management | Compliance | Board Member
The latest reports and data highlight an increasingly terrible global warming and climate change situation. As we move through 2024, the urgency to act immediately has never been clearer.
This year, the world has experienced a record-breaking temperature across Europe, Asia, and North America. Extreme weather events, such as heat waves, droughts, and intense storms, are becoming more frequent and intense. Rising sea levels are displacing communities and threatening coastal cities worldwide.
June 2024 was the hottest since records began, marking the thirteenth consecutive month of record-breaking temperatures. The consistent increase in global temperatures highlights the accelerating pace of climate change ?
Human activities, particularly the burning of fuels, have pushed the rate of global warming to an all-time high. Recent data indicate that the last decade saw a much higher average temperature increase than the previous decade. This trend is causing severe weather events and widespread disruption
The human toll of climate change is escalating. Extreme heat in Europe and Central Asia, rising sea levels and melting glaciers which are threatening coastal communities, deaths and displacements, crop failures, and significant economic losses due to extreme weather events ?
This is a call for immediate, urgent, and radical climate action. Key steps include a quick transition away from fossil fuels, producing comprehensive national climate plans, and delivering financial support for climate adaptation in developing countries.
There is still hope due to awareness as compared with the last few years, but the next step would be immediate actions at all levels. We see a strong consensus for enhanced climate action, with the majority of people worldwide supporting unified efforts to tackle climate change. This widespread support is critical for driving the political and social changes needed to mitigate the worst effects of global warming ?
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The situation requires unprecedented collaboration and swift actions. Each of us has a role to play in advocating for policies that protect our planet and future generations. It is a time to act now, otherwise, it would be never.
?? Transition to renewable energy sources, increase energy efficiency and adopt sustainable practices.
?? Support climate policies, and advocate for governments and businesses to implement and enforce climate-friendly regulations.
?? Educate and raise awareness: Share knowledge and encourage others to act against global warming.
?? Participate in global climate initiatives and act at individual levels.
Every small step counts and collective action can lead to significant positive change. Raise your voice and demand action from leaders to address the global warming crisis.