Climate Change and SDGs
Sustainable Development means using our natural resources in a way that meets our current needs without hurting the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It is like spending only the interest from a bank account while keeping the main balance safe for your children. Climate change is a major threat to this balance. It refers to long-term changes in Earth's temperature and weather patterns. These changes are mostly caused by human activities like burning coal, oil, and gas.
Concepts (3)
INDCs are the promises made by each country under the Paris Agreement to fight climate change. Each country decides its own targets based on its capacity.
INDCs are the promises made by each country under the Paris Agreement to fight climate change. Each country decides its own targets based on its capacity. For example, India promised to reduce the carbon intensity of its economy and increase the use of renewable energy like solar and wind power.
CSR is a rule under Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013. It requires large companies to spend 2% of their average net profit on social welfare. This money can be used for education, healthcare, or environmental protection.
CSR is a rule under Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013. It requires large companies to spend 2% of their average net profit on social welfare. This money can be used for education, healthcare, or environmental protection. For example, a car company might use its CSR funds to set up a vocational training center for unemployed youth.
Net Zero does not mean a country stops all emissions. Instead, it means that any greenhouse gas released into the air is balanced by an equal amount removed from the air.
Net Zero does not mean a country stops all emissions. Instead, it means that any greenhouse gas released into the air is balanced by an equal amount removed from the air. This removal can happen through natural ways like planting trees or using new technologies. India's target year for achieving this is 2070.
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