The Impact of Climate Change on Ecosystems and Human Health

Climate change is a global issue, but its effects are deeply local. A drought in East Africa, a hurricane in the Caribbean, a heatwave in Europe—all are expressions of the same planetary crisis, shaped by local geography and vulnerabilities.

Moreover, climate change is not experienced equally. Low-income communities, indigenous peoples, and marginalized populations are often the most affected, despite contributing the least to the problem. This raises serious questions of justice and equity that cannot be ignored.