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What was one of the major economic impacts of the 2022 floods in Pakistan?
What was one of the major economic impacts of the 2022 floods in Pakistan?
- Increase in employment opportunities
- Boost in agricultural production
- Loss of cattle and livelihoods (correct)
- Decrease in property damage
Which group is disproportionately affected by climate change, according to the socio-economic implications of the events discussed?
Which group is disproportionately affected by climate change, according to the socio-economic implications of the events discussed?
- Middle-income families
- Women and children (correct)
- Urban populations
- Wealthy individuals
What percentage of people may experience PTSD after extreme events like floods or hurricanes?
What percentage of people may experience PTSD after extreme events like floods or hurricanes?
- 20-30% (correct)
- 30-40%
- 40-50%
- 10-15%
What type of climate change impacts are characterized as acute?
What type of climate change impacts are characterized as acute?
What health-related issue is exacerbated by climate change and extreme weather events?
What health-related issue is exacerbated by climate change and extreme weather events?
What term describes the anxiety related to large-scale environmental problems and the uncertainty of climate change?
What term describes the anxiety related to large-scale environmental problems and the uncertainty of climate change?
Which coping mechanism involves directly confronting the stressors related to climate change?
Which coping mechanism involves directly confronting the stressors related to climate change?
What does the term 'eco-grief' refer to?
What does the term 'eco-grief' refer to?
What is Gidden’s Paradox about climate change?
What is Gidden’s Paradox about climate change?
What is the main focus of adaptation in response to climate change?
What is the main focus of adaptation in response to climate change?
Which of the following best defines 'solastalgia'?
Which of the following best defines 'solastalgia'?
Which group is identified as experiencing a greater psychological impact from ecological degradation?
Which group is identified as experiencing a greater psychological impact from ecological degradation?
What is a potential negative effect of problem-focused coping?
What is a potential negative effect of problem-focused coping?
Which term describes the overwhelming sensation that the scale of climate change makes individual action seem pointless?
Which term describes the overwhelming sensation that the scale of climate change makes individual action seem pointless?
What percentage of young people reported feeling guilty about their environmental impact according to a survey?
What percentage of young people reported feeling guilty about their environmental impact according to a survey?
What is a primary goal of the energy transitions mentioned?
What is a primary goal of the energy transitions mentioned?
What percentage decrease in emissions is targeted during the decarbonization phase?
What percentage decrease in emissions is targeted during the decarbonization phase?
Which province is noted as continuing investment in non-renewable sources despite the transition efforts?
Which province is noted as continuing investment in non-renewable sources despite the transition efforts?
What is one challenge associated with the growing use of electric vehicles?
What is one challenge associated with the growing use of electric vehicles?
What is described as the average wattage used per household in Canada?
What is described as the average wattage used per household in Canada?
Which issue is highlighted as a concern for impacted workers during energy transitions?
Which issue is highlighted as a concern for impacted workers during energy transitions?
What significant financial investment is needed to support the electrification goals?
What significant financial investment is needed to support the electrification goals?
What ecological restoration project in Indonesia faced challenges like sedimentation?
What ecological restoration project in Indonesia faced challenges like sedimentation?
In response to Hurricane Sandy, what was the proposed plan known as?
In response to Hurricane Sandy, what was the proposed plan known as?
What is a major factor affecting coastal regions concerning mangrove restoration?
What is a major factor affecting coastal regions concerning mangrove restoration?
Flashcards
Climate Change Socio-economic Impacts
Climate Change Socio-economic Impacts
Climate change significantly impacts societies and economies through increased extreme events (floods, heatwaves), causing widespread damage, livelihood loss, and displacement.
Pakistan Flood 2022 Impacts
Pakistan Flood 2022 Impacts
The 2022 Pakistan floods caused devastating socio-economic damage, resulting in widespread loss of life, displacement of populations, damage to livelihoods, and significant financial losses.
Climate Change & Mental Health Impacts
Climate Change & Mental Health Impacts
Climate change impacts mental health through several avenues, specifically through acute extreme events like floods or droughts, and through prolonged shifts (like heatwaves).
Acute Climate Impacts
Acute Climate Impacts
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Sub-Acute Climate Impacts
Sub-Acute Climate Impacts
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Eco-anxiety
Eco-anxiety
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Eco-grief
Eco-grief
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Eco-paralysis
Eco-paralysis
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Eco-guilt
Eco-guilt
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Solastalgia
Solastalgia
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Gidden's Paradox
Gidden's Paradox
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Mitigation (climate change)
Mitigation (climate change)
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Adaptation (climate change)
Adaptation (climate change)
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Problem-focused coping
Problem-focused coping
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Emotion-focused coping
Emotion-focused coping
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Energy Transition
Energy Transition
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Electrification Phase
Electrification Phase
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Decarbonization
Decarbonization
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Fuel Switching
Fuel Switching
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Range Anxiety
Range Anxiety
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Phantom Energy
Phantom Energy
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Just Transition
Just Transition
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Energy Poverty
Energy Poverty
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Nature-based Solutions
Nature-based Solutions
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Ecosystem Restoration
Ecosystem Restoration
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Study Notes
Climate Change: Socio-economic Impacts
- Extreme weather events (floods, heatwaves) are increasing in frequency and intensity due to climate change.
- The 2022 Pakistan floods impacted every province, killed 1,033 people, and affected 33 million.
- Economic losses exceeded $10 billion, with significant damage to livelihoods, cattle, agriculture, and infrastructure.
- Displaced populations face financial hardship and struggle to rebuild.
- Social impacts include community disruption and displacement, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations (e.g., women, children, poor).
- Inequity is highlighted by the fact that the 1% generate most GHGs, while the most vulnerable countries bear the brunt.
- Remote and rural communities often receive less support.
- Health impacts include medical disruptions, exacerbated health problems from flooding, and mental health concerns.
Climate Change: Health Impacts
- Climate change significantly affects mental health, categorized as acute, sub-acute, and chronic.
- Acute impacts are related to extreme events (floods, hurricanes) where PTSD is a common concern, with the severity tied to the extent of loss.
- Sub-acute effects encompass prolonged events like heatwaves and drought, disproportionately impacting farmers (loss of crops, community, livelihood) and indigenous communities.
- Chronic impacts concern ongoing changes such as species distribution shifts, engendering eco-anxiety, and eco-grief.
- Coping mechanisms include problem-focused, emotion-focused, and meaning-focused approaches, as well as social support.
- Understanding the impacts of climate change on mental health is key for developing appropriate responses.
Climate Change: Responses - Mitigation
- Mitigation involves decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing their removal, to keep warming below 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.
- The current emissions trajectory indicates a potential overshoot of the carbon budget by 2030.
- Adaptation measures are adjustments for the expected effects of climate change.
Climate Change: Responses - Energy Transitions
- Electricity decarbonization is a key aspect of energy transitions, involving a three-phase approach: electrification, grid expansion, and decarbonization.
- Uneven distribution of non-emitting electricity across provinces poses challenges in transitioning away from fossil fuels.
- Fuel switching and electrifying transportation (e.g., electric vehicles) presents challenges with affordability, range, charging infrastructure, and battery production.
Climate Change: Responses - Energy Transition Continued
- Energy efficiency improvements through smart technologies (e.g., smart meters, LED bulbs) are crucial.
- "Just transitions" must address the impact on workers in the fossil fuel industry, considering energy poverty and the need for retraining and support for vulnerable communities.
Climate Change: Responses - Nature-based Solutions
- Nature-based solutions offer ecological resilience solutions, using natural systems to mitigate climate impacts.
- Examples include mangrove restoration, though challenges like sedimentation and government incentives can hamper success.
- Nature-based solutions for coastal resilience, such as integrated coastal plans and ecosystem restoration in cities, can offer significant benefits (e.g., NYC's Big U plan).
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Description
This quiz examines the socio-economic and health impacts of climate change, with a focus on extreme weather events and their consequences. It highlights the disproportionate effects on vulnerable populations, economic losses, and mental health challenges stemming from climate disruptions. Test your knowledge on how climate change affects both communities and individual well-being.
