Conflict and climate change stand as the chief catalysts behind global displacement, resulting in around 281 million international migrants globally, with 117 million individuals displaced, marking a historic peak.
India, in particular, faces significant impacts, as climate factors notably influence internal migration from regions such as Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh.
India hosts the largest population of international migrants worldwide, totalling 18 million, predominantly in countries like the UAE, USA, and Saudi Arabia.
Furthermore, in 2022, India emerged as the foremost recipient of remittances, surpassing the significant milestone of receiving over USD 111 billion, indicative of its substantial role in the global migrant workforce and economy.
About the IOM: Established in 1951 as part of the UN System, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. It comprises 175 member states and aims to address displacement issues and facilitate pathways for regular migration. It leads initiatives like the Global Compact For Migration.
Recipe for a Livable Planet: Achieving Net Zero Emissions in the Agrifood System’ report
Key Findings include: The agrifood system contributes nearly one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions, spanning food production to disposal. Developing countries, notably India, contribute significantly, with 60% of India’s emissions stemming from farm activities, especially livestock-related enteric fermentation.
The report emphasizes carbon sequestration in agriculture, like reducing enteric fermentation and enhancing fertilizer efficiency, as critical mitigation strategies.
World Bank (President: Ajay Banga; HQ: Washington DC; est. 1944) is an international financial institution that provides loans and grants to the governments of low- and middle-income countries for the purpose of pursuing capital projects.
A study by NIT Trichy reveals a stark contrast in pollutant levels between urban and rural areas, with urban regions experiencing notably higher concentrations.
Aerosols, carbon monoxide (CO), and ozone (O3) directly contribute to the Urban Heat Island (UHI) phenomenon, where cities can be 5°C to 10°C warmer than nearby rural areas, exacerbating heat waves.
The urban heat island effect is when cities are warmer than nearby rural areas due to the concentration of heat-absorbing surfaces like buildings, roads, and other infrastructure. These surfaces absorb and re-emit the sun’s heat more than natural landscapes like forests and water bodies
