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While IPCC estimates predict a global mean SLR of 0.2–0.6 m by 2100, a rise of 0.7 m is predicted for the region of South Asia (which includes the Pakistan coast). This SLR will most likely affect low-lying coastal areas south of Karachi toward Keti Bander and I ndus River delta more than other regions of Pakistan.
The majority of Pakistan's industrial sectors, for example fishing and agriculture, which account for more than one-fourth of the output and two-fifths of employment in Pakistan, are highly dependent on the country's natural resources. Hence, in order to sustain economic growth there is a high demand on already scarce natural resources.
Amnesty International called for international action to save Pakistan from severe heatwaves, stating that the country is at the forefront of the climate crisis. In their report, released on World Environment Day, they highlighted the vulnerability of Pakistanis to heatwaves due to a lack of means to protect themselves from high temperatures.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department reported Severe Heatwave conditions occurring on 21–31 May 2024 through most of the country, and primarily in Sindh.Temperature highs rose to 40–42 °C (104–108 °F) in Karachi and 42–44 °C (108–111 °F) in Thatta, Badin and Sujawal districts, causing 2,547 reported instances of heat stroke and 133 livestock deaths.
Pakistan contributes less than 1% of global greenhouse gas emissions, but is one of the places most vulnerable to climate change. [ 15 ] [ 16 ] A study by an international team of climate scientists says that global heating made the flooding up to 50% worse and future floods more likely. [ 17 ]
Together they account for 49.8% of global population, 63.2% of global gross domestic product, 64.2% of global fossil fuel consumption and 62.7% of global GHG emissions. Among these top emitters, in 2023 China , India , Russia and Brazil increased their emissions compared to 2022, with India having the largest increase in relative terms (+ 6.1% ...
The 2022 South Asian floods, including in Pakistan (pictured) are an example of a climate change impact. [1] [2] Climate change is particularly important in Asia, as the continent accounts for the majority of the human population. Warming since the 20th century is increasing the threat of heatwaves across the entire continent.
Some climate change effects: wildfire caused by heat and dryness, bleached coral caused by ocean acidification and heating, environmental migration caused by desertification, and coastal flooding caused by storms and sea level rise. Effects of climate change are well documented and growing for Earth's natural environment and human societies. Changes to the climate system include an overall ...