Harmonizing Responsibilities: Challenges and Opportunities in the Integration of Climate Change and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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https://doi.org/10.70112/tarce-2024.13.1.4232Keywords:
SDG, Sustainability, Environment, Challenges, Climate ChangeAbstract
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) must be integrated with social responsibility and climate change initiatives to effectively address global sustainability challenges. Established by the United Nations in 2015, the 17 SDGs aim to tackle a wide range of issues, including poverty, inequality, environmental degradation, and more, all with the ultimate goal of ensuring a sustainable future for everyone. However, climate change poses a significant threat to these goals, particularly concerning issues such as poverty, health, and economic growth. Severe weather events and rising temperatures exacerbate food and water shortages, while also straining public health services. To address these challenges, climate action must incorporate equitable and feasible solutions, with a strong emphasis on social responsibility. In this context, social responsibility involves actions taken by individuals, organizations, and governments that benefit both the environment and society. Corporate social responsibility (CSR) plays a crucial role by encouraging businesses to adopt renewable energy sources, reduce their carbon footprints, and support social justice initiatives. Ultimately, CSR contributes to a sustainable future by enhancing brand perception, attracting talent, fostering innovation, and reducing risks. By integrating these concepts, we can ensure that social inclusion, environmental preservation, and economic growth are pursued simultaneously, promoting a comprehensive approach to global sustainability. This strategy addresses the root causes of social and environmental issues, thereby improving the quality of life for both current and future generations. The SDGs provide a unified language and framework that encourages stakeholder engagement, yet challenges remain in the creation of a functional global governance system.
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