Equity and Climate Change

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Climate change disproportionately affects low-income and disadvantaged populations, women, racial minorities, marginalized ethnic groups, and the elderly, who are already vulnerable to deep-rooted challenges.

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These groups have the least capacity to protect themselves from the impacts of climate change, while those contributing the most to climate change are better equipped to handle its effects.

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The urgency to ensure equity in addressing climate change grows as its effects intensify, leading to worsening inequality, mass migration, and economic disruptions.

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Inadequate action on climate change will result in more lives lost and greater societal challenges.

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Low-carbon and resilient climate action can drive global economic growth, reduce poverty, generate jobs, and expand income opportunities.

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Ambitious climate action can also improve food security, reduce energy costs, and prevent 700,000 air pollution-related deaths by 2030.

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WRI (World Resources Institute) focuses on equity, climate, and development by influencing policymakers and empowering equity advocates.

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Their goal is to divide the burden of climate change while highlighting the opportunities and benefits of climate action for combating inequity.

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WRI collaborates with international offices and on-the-ground partners to study the impact of climate action on vulnerable populations.

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This research identifies opportunities for action in specific sectors and highlights lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic for rebuilding better.

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The Just Transition and Equitable Climate Action Resource Center shares lessons to ensure a smooth transition to a zero-emissions economy.

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These lessons aim to create a sustainable economy that benefits everyone while addressing climate change.

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WRI works with governments to design transparent climate policies that empower socially and economically marginalized groups.

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These policies aim to address equity challenges both within and between countries while promoting climate action and development.

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Equity considerations are encouraged within United Nations climate negotiations to address disparities in climate impacts and opportunities.

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This approach seeks to balance climate action with development needs and the priorities of countries, communities, and individuals.

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Ambitious climate action can create over 65 million new low-carbon jobs by 2030.

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These jobs contribute to economic growth while addressing climate risks and reducing inequality.

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WRI emphasizes the importance of socially inclusive climate policies to ensure equitable benefits from climate action.

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This includes identifying opportunities that simultaneously address climate action, development needs, and equity challenges.