Authors : Dr. Neetu Bhadouria; Shweta Macknight

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 9 - September

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25sep246

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Abstract : Climate change, driven predominantly by anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions, has transcended the realm of an environmental concern to become the defining human development issue of the 21st century. This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the multifaceted impacts of climate change on fundamental pillars of human life, including health, food security, water resources, economic stability, and human security. The analysis is framed within the context of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 13 (Climate Action), which serves as both a goal in itself and a critical enabler for the achievement of all other SDGs. The paper argues that climate change acts as a "threat multiplier," exacerbating existing vulnerabilities and inequalities within and between nations. Through a systematic review of empirical evidence and current literature, we detail the mechanisms through which climate disruptions—such as extreme weather events, sea-level rise, and changing climatic patterns—undermine human systems. The conclusion emphasizes the urgent and integrated implementation of SDG 13's targets, including strengthening resilience, integrating climate measures into policy, and improving education, as a non-negotiable prerequisite for safeguarding human prosperity and achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Keywords : Climate Change, Human Security, Sustainable Development Goals, SDG 13, Climate Adaptation, Climate Mitigation, Vulnerability, Resilience.

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