Climate Change and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): JAIIB Paper 1 – Module A Guide
Understanding climate change and SDGs is crucial for JAIIB Paper 1 Module A. These global challenges require coordinated action from governments, businesses, and financial institutions.
Climate Change Overview
Climate change refers to long-term shifts in global temperatures and weather patterns. The primary cause is greenhouse gas emissions from human activities.
Key Impacts:
- Rising global temperatures
- Extreme weather events
- Sea level rise
- Agricultural disruption
- Biodiversity loss
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The UN adopted 17 SDGs in 2015 as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all by 2030.
Key SDGs Relevant to Banking:
- SDG 1: No Poverty
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
India’s Progress on SDGs
India has made significant progress in several SDGs including poverty reduction, clean energy adoption, and financial inclusion.
Climate Initiatives:
- International Solar Alliance
- National Action Plan on Climate Change
- COP26 commitments
- Net Zero target by 2070