The Impact of Climate Change on Ecosystems and Human Health

Climate change is a global issue, but its effects are deeply local. A drought in East Africa, a hurricane in the Caribbean, a heatwave in Europe—all are expressions of the same planetary crisis, shaped by local geography and vulnerabilities.
Moreover, climate change is not experienced equally. Low-income communities, indigenous peoples, and marginalized populations are often the most affected, despite contributing the least to the problem. This raises serious questions of justice and equity ...