Environmental Economics and Sustainable Development

Abstract

Global climate change has an impact on the human potential, economy and ecosystems of all countries of the world, including Russia. A significant contribution to climate change is made by the burning of fossil energy resources, which leads to an increase in the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere and causes the greenhouse effect. The main consequences are an increase in the average annual temperature and the melting of glaciers, which leads to a rise in the level of the world ocean, as well as severe droughts and fires, floods and tsunamis, and a decrease in biodiversity. These changes have a negative impact on the quality of life of people, including the availability of food, health, the suitability of territories for housing and economic activity, and much more. The global challenges facing the world community as a result of climate change are shaping a comprehensive agenda for international cooperation over the next few decades. The relevance of this agenda will constantly increase, regardless of the various factors of international tension.