Let’s unite to combat climate crisis
Environment is a multifaceted topic.
Production—of food, electricity and other stuffs—is an indispensable part of life the world over. Paradoxically, production-oriented activities, so crucial for life, also contribute to environmental degradation. Therefore, striking a balance between production and nature conservation is essential. Taking the world two decades back, climate-wise—by bringing down temperatures—is a step worth considering, as it can make the climate more suitable for sustaining and nurturing life.
Parts of Nepal experienced prolonged drought, followed swiftly by rain-triggered floods and landslides, pointing at erratic weather patterns. This is worrisome.
Despite Nepal’s minimal contribution to global climate change, it has been grappling with consequences observed in more developed nations.
Efforts to secure climate finance for mitigation and adaptation from prosperous nations have achieved limited success despite persistent lobbying on the part of developing/underdeveloped countries.
All nations should unite to combat the climate crisis because individual efforts won’t be enough.
The author is a veteran journalist
