Paper 1: Climate Change & Challenges Study Guide

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Development

Economic and Sustainable progress aimed at reducing poverty and inequality, while fostering resilience against climate change.

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Power

The influence and impact exerted by local, national, and international governments and NGOs in tackling climate change issues.

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Human Rights

The principles concerning the rights of individuals, particularly in relation to Climate Justice and Inequality.

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Globalization/Interdependence

The increasing interconnectedness of nations, impacting responses to climate change and resource management.

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Unilateralism

A single country acting independently

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Multilateralism

multiple countries collaborating on international issues, such as climate change.

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Economic Implications

The financial burdens faced by developing countries due to climate change and the significance of international aid in alleviating these burdens.

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Technological Innovations

Advances in renewable energy and sustainable practices that are designed to help mitigate the effects of climate change.

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Policy Frameworks

The importance of international agreements, such as the Paris Agreement, in facilitating coordinated global efforts against climate change.

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Public Awareness

The role of education and grassroots movements in raising awareness and mobilizing action against climate change.

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Causes of Climate Change

Greenhouse gases, industrialization, and use of fossil fuels are all…

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Effects of Climate Change

Health issues, conflict, land disparity, global warming, and security challenges are all…

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Climate Justice/Inequality

The disparity between the Global North and Global South in terms of vulnerability to climate change and responsibility for its causes.

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International Response

The role of frameworks like The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), COP, and the Paris Climate Agreement in addressing global climate challenges, including both benefits and drawbacks.

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Mitigation

Policies and strategies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and other factors contributing to climate change are…

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Adaptation

National programs, such as the National Adaptation Programmes of Action, designed to help communities adjust to the impacts of climate change are…

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Role of Governments and NGOs

The contribution of local, national, and non-governmental organizations in addressing climate change through policies and community engagement.

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Barriers

Challenges related to international cooperation and agreement in effectively addressing climate change.

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