Future Generations Will Be Forced to Live on a Scorched Earth: Climate Report 2025

Global Warming and Climate Change Demand Urgent Action
 At a recent global climate summit, experts from various countries expressed deep concerns over rising global temperatures and the worsening effects of climate change. The discussions emphasized that earth’s heating cannot be reversed, and future generations will be forced to survive in extreme climatic conditions.
The State of India Report 2025, released by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), highlights the alarming climate crisis India and the world are facing.

Key Findings of the Climate Report
•    The global average temperature has risen 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.
•    42 of the world's 50 most polluted cities are in India, raising concerns about urban environmental management.
•    2024 is predicted to be the hottest year in recorded history, with extreme climate events becoming more frequent.

Challenges of Rising Pollution and Urban Failures
Amitabh Kant, former CEO of NITI Aayog and the chief guest at the event, pointed out that India's cities suffer from severe mismanagement, leading to alarming pollution levels. He emphasized that without strict policy enforcement, urban areas will become increasingly unlivable due to:
•    Uncontrolled air pollution
•    Depleting water resources
•    Rising heat waves

Delhi’s Air and Yamuna Pollution Crisis
CSE Director Sunita Narain linked Delhi's recent political shifts to public concern over pollution. She noted that people are now prioritizing clean air, water, and sanitation, which could impact election results in 2025. She also stressed that:
•    Delhi’s air pollution remains critical, requiring urgent policy action.
•    A clean Yamuna and garbage-free streets must be made a priority.

2024: The Hottest Year in Recorded History
Scientists predict that 2024 will be the warmest year ever, with a continued rise in global temperatures through 2025.
•    The average global temperature since 1850 has now increased by 1.60°C.
•    The phenomenon of heat islands in cities will intensify, making urban living conditions worse.

A Call for Immediate Action
With billions of people at risk due to climate change, heat waves, and water crises, global leaders must accelerate efforts to curb emissions and adopt sustainable policies. If corrective actions are not taken immediately, the next generation will inherit an unlivable planet.