Question Q3GS1GS1
In what way the melting of glaciers due to climate change has serious implications for the (ecosystem) and (human society). Discuss the measures that can be taken to address these issues.
Introduction
According to report by IPCC, at current rate half of earth's glaciers would melt by 2100.
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Main Body
According to report by IPCC, at current rate half of earth's glaciers would melt by 2100.
Effect of melting glacier on Environment:
1Rising sea level: It would destroy low lying islands & coastal areas eg: Hawaii Islands.
2Biodiversity: Changes in ocean level & its temperature would destroy biodiversity eg: Coral reefs bleaching.
3Extreme events: like flooding, cyclones etc would become more common
4Unpredictability of weather: could increase eg: California's Snowfall
5Permafrost thawing: release CO₂ → positive feedback mechanism
Measures to address:
1Global cooperation: Strict adherence to INDC of each country.
2Local cooperation: as highlighted by Agenda 21 document eg: Life Campaign
3More funding from developed countries to developing. (common but differentiated responsibility)
4Aquarius raising (5) Research & development
A multipronged, holistic and comprehensive approach involving all stakeholders is needed to act NOW!
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Conclusion
A multipronged, holistic and comprehensive approach involving all stakeholders is needed to act NOW!
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- comprehensive list of environmental impacts
- practical policy measures mentioned
- reference to international frameworks
- multi-level approach suggested
Topper
Abhishek Singh
AIR 17473118689912023
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Important Geophysical Phenomena
Climate Change Impacts
Effects of melting glaciers on environment and society
Writing Stats
171
Total words
3
Paragraphs
urgent and analytical
Tone