UN report on Global warming carries lifeor death warning

Assoc'd Press

2018-10-01

CBC

Keywords: Global Warming, Climate Change, Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), Ecosystems, Emissions

To limit warming to the lower temperature goal, the world needs "rapid and far-reaching" changes in energy systems, land use, city and industrial design, transportation and building use, the report said.

The IPCC's report underscores the critical importance of limiting global warming to 0.5 degrees Celsius to mitigate severe impacts on human health, ecosystems, and natural resources. The report details the substantial benefits of achieving this target, such as reduced water shortages, fewer deaths from heat and disease, and the preservation of coral reefs and habitats. However, it also acknowledges the immense challenges involved, including the need for rapid and far-reaching changes in energy systems, land use, and other sectors. The report serves as a vital resource for policymakers to implement the Paris Agreement and address the urgent threat of climate change.

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Tags: Climate Science, Global Warming, Climate Change, Sustainability, Policy