Inequality and climate (in)justice 1
We’ve seen that the climate crisis poses an existential threat to human civilisation.
To fully grasp the nature of this crisis, it’s essential to recognise that climate change is deeply intertwined with issues of inequality and injustice, in both its causes and its impacts. Those who contribute the least to global emissions are often the ones who suffer the most from climate impacts, while wealthier nations and industries bear a greater responsibility for the emissions driving this crisis.
This video by the Global Landscapes Forum provides an insightful overview of climate injustice and the call for climate justice. It explores how historical and systemic inequalities have shaped today’s climate impacts, disproportionately affecting marginalised communities worldwide.
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- What feelings or emotions did you experience when watching the video?
- What do these inequalities imply, in your view, regarding what should be done about the climate crisis?
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Climate Action: Tackling the Climate Crisis for a Better World
Climate Action: Tackling the Climate Crisis for a Better World
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