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Daunting Costs
Many countries are dealing with substantial adaptation costs, which are estimated to be around 0.25 percent of global gross domestic product (GDP) per year in the next few decades. For about 50 low-income and developing countries, the annual costs are predicted to surpass 1 percent of GDP for the next 10 years, potentially reaching as high as 20 percent of GDP for small island nations vulnerable to tropical cyclones and sea level rise. These countries often lack the financial resources and institutional capacity needed to carry out necessary adaptation programs. The international community can support these nations by offering financial assistance and helping to build institutional capacity.
What is it?
The criticality of Green Crunch's efforts to provide aid and collaborative assistance to those in survival mode cannot be overstated. The success of these efforts is dependent on the involvement of multinational corporations recognizing the global interdependency that underlines the need for a global safety net. Climate change is impacting millions of individuals worldwide, exacerbating humanitarian crises and increasing the demands on at-risk communities. The changing temperatures and weather conditions on the planet are leading to global warming and more frequent and severe weather occurrences. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), human activity is the undeniable cause of climate change. The European Union (EU) is supporting the most vulnerable populations affected by emergencies exacerbated by climate change. Green Crunch's goal is to minimize the environmental footprint of humanitarian efforts and address the urgent challenges posed by climate change.
About Green Crunch
Why is this important?
It's no secret that human-induced climate change is causing major disruptions to our world, leading to more frequent and severe weather events. With the average global temperature already rising by 1.2°C since 1900, it's clear that urgent action is needed. GreenCrunch is perfectly positioned to help address these critical needs. From food insecurity and water scarcity to the spread of diseases and escalating conflicts, the effects of climate change are far-reaching. By providing solutions that prioritize sustainability and resilience, GreenCrunch can play a crucial role in mitigating the impacts of climate change and ensuring a better future for all. Let's work together to create a world that is more sustainable and secure for generations to come.
How can we help?
The current climate and environmental crisis calls upon a new self-directed approach for the EU to reduce its environmental footprint both in the EU and globally, including within humanitarian action.
On 14 July 2021, the EU adopted a set of proposals summarized in the European Green Deal tabled in December 2019. The aim is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and make Europe the world’s first climate-neutral continent by 2050, an objective now enshrined in the legally binding European Climate Law.
To achieve the goals set by the European Green Deal, the EU has pledged to mobilize at least €1 trillion in sustainable investments over the next decade..
Green Crunch is in a great position to help lead the way in developing a unique approach for global collaboration to combat the growing impact of climate change. As Green Crunch continues to grow, we are increasingly ready to take on this responsibility and make a positive difference in the world. Let's work together to create a greener, more sustainable future for everyone.
Actions
As we move forward in establishing a global collaboratory, it is crucial to emphasize the importance of incorporating the interdependence of CIRI,CLIRI, GRI, CINRI, GIRI, index information with actions to be taken. Without these indeces, there is high probabllity of wasting time,, money, while moving in the wrong direction.
Clear Information Rating Index (CIRI): Ensures transparency in data dissemination for informed decisions.
Global Reputation Index (GRI): Evaluates public perception to enhance brand credibility and market competitiveness
ANother key component that must be addressed is the critical infrastructure resilience index(CINRI), which evaluates the ability of critical infrastructure systems to withstand and recover from disruptions. By utilizing this index and taking necessary actions based on its findings, we can better prepare for potential risks and enhance the resilience of our infrastructure systems.
Similarly, the climate infrastructure resilience index (CLIRI) plays a vital role in assessing how infrastructure systems will be impacted by changing climate conditions. Understanding the implications of climate change on infrastructure is essential for long-term planning and sustainability. By integrating this index into our strategies, we can adapt and mitigate the effects of climate-related challenges.
Furthermore, the global infrastructure resilience index (GIRI) offers a comprehensive overview of infrastructure resilience on a global scale. By identifying areas of vulnerability and prioritizing resources for improvement, we can enhance the resilience of infrastructure systems worldwide.
Interdependency mapping is another critical aspect that must be included in the colaboratory. Mapping out the interdependency of different infrastructure systems helps us anticipate potential cascading effects of disruptions. By analyzing these interdependencies and taking appropriate actions, we can prevent and mitigate the impact of disasters at local, regional, national, and global levels.
In conclusion, it is imperative to act swiftly and effectively in utilizing the resilience indexes within the global collaboratory framework. By incorporating the interdependency of index information with actionable measures, we can better prepare for and respond to challenges, ensuring the safety and security of our global infrastructure systems.
Global integration of Sherpa-Driven Resilient Sustainability Collaboratory, dedicated to achieving the following Global Objectives:
- -- Fostering an Innovation Hub-
- - Measurable Global Impact,
- -Green Crunch providing following:
- essential insights on climate and weather events requiring humanitarian aid,
- -disaster preparedness and early warning systems.
- -Leveraging tools such as the Copernicus satellite and an emergency toolbox enhanceing disaster readiness.
- Being informed and prepared enables better anticipation, response, and recovery from disasters, ultimately saving lives and reducing suffering.
- Let's unite to develop resilient and sustainable solutions for our planet, taking proactive steps in addressing disaster management and climate change
- Copernicus satellite: it monitors our planet and its environment. Copernicus services deliver near-real-time data and mapping on a global, regional and local level. It helps us better understand our planet and sustainably manage the environment we live in.
- Emergency toolbox: a funding instrument designed to respond to unexpected emergencies. It can address natural hazards, technological disasters, and epidemic outbreaks. It also includes the Disaster Relief Response Emergency Fund, belonging to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).
In 2023, the EU allocated €78 million of its annual humanitarian funding to targeted preparedness actions, in addition to including preparedness elements in all its response operations. By the end of 2022, 1/3 EU-funded humanitarian projects included a preparedness component
Who is helping?
The EU has adopted the European Green Deal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and make Europe climate-neutral by 2050. To achieve this, the EU has pledged to mobilize at least €1 trillion in sustainable investments over the next decade. The EU Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations are actively working to support a greener humanitarian response and reduce the environmental impact of EU-funded humanitarian operations. They are helping partners address environmental issues and promoting collective learning within the humanitarian sector.
Actions
Climate and weather-related events requiring humanitarian assistance are intensifying. As a result, the EU humanitarian budget allocated for disasters caused by natural hazards has steadily grown over the years. It integrates dedicated programmes and tools, including:
- Disaster preparedness: knowledge and resources developed by governments, organisations, communities and individuals to effectively anticipate, respond to and recover from disasters. Preparedness helps save lives, reduce suffering and decrease the extent of needs. It lessens the hazard’s impact and helps build the resilience of communities.
- Early warning and information systems: they help the Emergency Response Coordination Centre monitor hazards and events around the world. These include earthquakes, tsunamis, tropical cyclones, volcanic activity, droughts, floods, and forest fires.
- Copernicus satellite: it monitors our planet and its environment. Copernicus services deliver near-real-time data and mapping on a global, regional and local level. It helps us better understand our planet and sustainably manage the environment we live in.
- Emergency toolbox: a funding instrument designed to respond to unexpected emergencies. It can address natural hazards, technological disasters, and epidemic outbreaks. It also includes the Disaster Relief Response Emergency Fund, belonging to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).
In 2023, the EU dedicated €78 million of its annual humanitarian funding towards targeted preparedness initiatives, along with incorporating preparedness aspects into all of its response operations. By the end of 2022, one-third of EU-funded humanitarian projects featured a preparedness component. Furthermore, €29.5 million was allocated to the Emergency toolbox to assist communities impacted by natural disasters with necessities such as food aid, healthcare, water, sanitation, shelter, infrastructure rehabilitation, protection, logistics, and coordination. Additionally, the EU is a proponent of the Climate and Environment Charter for Humanitarian Organizations and is a co-sponsor and signatory of the Humanitarian Donors’ Declaration on Climate and Environment. Last updated: 05/04/2023
Facts & figures
In the past 20 years, the percentage of low- and middle-income countries facing climate extremes has risen from 76% to 98%, according to the FAO. By the year 2050, the IFRC estimates that over 200 million people may require humanitarian aid annually as a result of climate-related disasters.
