Globalization supports the flow of raw materials, wastes, and pollutants from one region to another. A cycle characterized by international consumption and supply has emerged that triggers environmental degradation. People are destroying forests to provide wood, farmlands, and areas for building infrastructure. Climate change refers to a regional or global change in climatic conditions recorded for a longer period, such as a century (Ilić and Hafner 116). Global warming is the rise of the planet’s temperatures due to the destruction of the ozone layer. Scientists who support it argue that the destruction of the ozone layer, the rising sea levels due to melting polar ice, and new weather patterns are outstanding examples. Those who are not ready to sign off on global warming indicate that the world has been changing for millions of years and, therefore, there is no need for worry.
Global warming is becoming a major challenge affecting different sectors and influencing policymaking processes. For example, the global community is recording new weather patterns characterized by heavy downpours, longer and hotter summers, and increased average temperatures. Some nations have encountered unprecedented floods and droughts within the past century (Benigno and Faia 272). Their political aspects and ideas have changed since leaders who present practical solutions to global warming tend to have increased chances of getting elected. International laws have emerged due to the role of different organizations that are compelling different stakeholders to reduce their carbon footprints. Unluckily, the wave of industrialization does not care much about environmental issues since they emit effluents, release greenhouse gases, and fail to engage in corporate social responsibility (CSR). Global citizens and government officials have been targeting companies by applying their bargaining powers to compel businesses to protect the environment (Kara 112). Some efficient alternatives to protect the environment include the use of sustainable energy sources and ensuring that every citizen takes this issue as a personal obligation.
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Ilić, Ivana, and Petar Hafner. “Environmental Aspects of the Process of Globalization – Negative Implications and Crisis.” Economics and Organization, vol. 12, no 2, 2015, pp. 109-120.
Kara, Beyhan. “The Impact of Globalization on Cities.” Journal of Contemporary Urban Affairs, vol. 3, no. 2, 2019, pp. 108-113.