Coast 100 million in 120 million children It is estimated that they were born on the face of 2020 A “unprecedented” expression for extreme heat With the current world climate plans.
This is marked by the new report of the international charity Save the kidsIt shows the enormous difference that can maintain a global agreed purpose 1.5 ° C Heating Above to premature positions.
Almost ten years later The contract of Paris This purpose is sanctifying, the climate policies of the nations put us on the path 2.7 ° C Heating. The world is currently targeting because these duties are also fulfilled Heating of about 3.1 ° C.
A dangerous heat This is at risk of children’s health and learning
“Worldwide, children are forced to support the weight of a crisis and they are not responsible,” says Ingar Ashing, general director of Save the Kids International. This is a dangerous heat This is at risk of your health and learning because because Hurricanes that attack houses and schools And progressive drought that fallen into crops and reduce what is in their foods. “
Results to reach 1.5 ºC by the Prussels Free University (VUB) benefit organization and researchers today Decrease to 62 million The number of children in five years Influenced by extreme heatThat means 38 million differences. That is, nearly a third of the five -year -old children.
How can global warming affect children?
Heat waves are proportional TinchBecause they increase the risk of diabetes, respiratory illnesses and eventually, death.
Intense heat interferes with food and access to drinking water and forces Close schoolsAs it happened Fifteen days in south Sudan At the beginning of this year, some students have been fainting on their desks.
In accordance with the current national duties on climate policy, this is The increase in the temperature they predict 2.7 ° C for 2100, and even adults born in 1960 will be exposed Unprecedented heat waves During his lifetime in the United States, Africa, the Middle East and Australia.
In 2020, children born in all regions of the world will face the exhibition unprecedented to heat waves. The execution of the target of 1.5 ° C will protect millions of children Born in 2020, he was born in the most serious consequences of other climate -related disasters such as bad harvests, floods, tropical hurricanes, drought and wildfire.
What do children say about the climate crisis?
Denis (fictional name), 16, and his family was forced to leave their home in Brazil last year The worst flood of the country In 80 years, it has disastrous their community. Her house had severe damage and she didn’t go to school for almost two months.
“This has affected me mentally and educationally,” says Denis. “Create me with tips for approval for high school, especially in a public school. The biggest impact on my school performance. My notes have diminished after the flood. “
Inevitably, children suffering from inequality and low and middle income countries are most affected by extreme climate events. Their families are more aware of extreme climate conditions, and a The highest risk of receiving the disease Spreading in water, hunger and malnutrition.
Haruka, 16 years old WildernessIt was enjoyed by the most intense tornado type in a year. “Hurricanes are afraid. Every year they destroy my house; we don’t even care to try to adjust the roof,” he says.
“In recent years, I have seen a Immortal destruction And a constant reconstruction. This endless cycle has become our reality, and most people do not know that it is not only their nature but also the worst part A crisis we do not cause. “
According to the report, about five million children born in 2020 will avoid an unprecedented exhibition for the rest of their lives River floods and tropical hurricanes If the world ends to limit the increase in global temperature to 1.5 ºC instead of 2.7 ºC.
How can political leaders put their children in the climate action center?
“This new research shows that there is still confidence but only if we act in a hurry and ambitious Limit the heat quickly 1.5 ºC temperature and actually put children in our center In response to climate change At all levels, “says Ingerson.
Basically, the beneficial system says Removing fossil fuels quicklyWith high -income countries and those who have historically released, head.
He also wants to see a change in financial assistance Adaptation And Loss and damage fundWith new climate funding that prioritizes important services for childhood Health and nutrition, water, hygiene and hygiene (Wash), education, child protection and social protection.
Save the kids He also says that in international climate programs, including new nationwide contributions, children should occupy the center space Attempts to reduce national emission from every countryThey had to appear this year.