SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS 12: PRODUCCIÓN Y CONSUMO RESPONSABLES |
“Climate change is a global challenge that does not respect national borders”
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
- Between 1880 and 2012, the global average temperature increased by 0.85 degrees Celsius. The oceans have warmed, the amount of snow and ice has decreased, and sea levels have risen.
- Given the current concentration and continued emissions of greenhouse gases, the global temperature increase by the end of the century is likely to exceed 1.5 degrees Celsius compared to the period from 1850 to 1900 in all but one scenario.
- Global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions have increased by almost 50% since 1990. Between 2000 and 2010 there was a greater increase in emissions than in the previous three decades.
As countries focus on rebuilding their economies in the aftermath of COVID-19, recovery plans can shape the 21st century economy to be clean, green, healthy, safe and more resilient. The current crisis is an opportunity for deep, systemic change towards a more sustainable economy that works for both people and planet.
- Use cars less often. Walk, cycle, take public transport or carpool.
- Unplug TVs, computers and other electronic devices when you’re not using them.
- Keep your vehicle up to date. Well maintained vehicles emit less toxic fumes.
Information on other SDGs
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS 14: VIDA SUBMARINA |
