A study published in EHJ, found that a 10 µg/m3 increase in ground-level #ozone concentration was associated with a 0.4% increase in hospital stroke admission and a 0.75% rise in heart attacks. This underscores the urgent need for stronger #ClimateAction to reduce emissions #ActNow

As per Nature Reviews Earth & Environment research, the flow of digital info through fiber-optic cables lining the sea floor could be compromised by #ClimateChange. This could cause huge damage to govts & banks whose operations rely on safe & secure flow of digital info. 

As per a NASA report, nearly 1,156 forest fires were reported from #India between 13 & 20 February 2023. Not only does this lead to loss of forest tract but it also releases a significant amount of carbon dioxide exacerbating #ClimateChange. 

According to a report by McKinsey & Company, #ClimateChange could reduce arable land & crop yields, impacting livelihoods of up to 80% of smallholder farmers in #India. This could have far-reaching consequences for our food security & global food supply chains. #ClimateActionNow

A recent study by Nature Communications revealed that 3 million #Indians reside in the #Himalayas areas. These are vulnerable to glacial lake outburst floods from #ClimateChange. Better disaster preparedness & climate adaptation measures in the region are the need of the hour.

The divide between rich & poor is heightened by the impacts of #ClimateChange, with marginalized communities facing disproportionate consequences. Bridging this gap through #ClimateAction is crucial for creating a more just & equitable world. #WorldDayOfSocialJustice

A report on the proceedings of the

National Conference on Air Pollution and Climate Change

January 31, 2023 
 

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As per a paper published in National Library of Medicine, there is a link between increased trachoma infection and high temperatures and low rainfall – both of which are exacerbated by #ClimateChange putting our eyes at risk. #ClimateActionNow