Impact of Urbanization and Policy Interventions on Carbon Emissions Towards Achieving SDG 13

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Year : 2025 | Volume :16 | Issue : 01 | Page : –
    By

    Prabavadhi. J,

  • Devesh .A,

  • Prashanth Arjun.GK,

  • Charumathy B,

  1. Assistant Professor, Department of Information Technology, Manakula Vinayagar Institute of Technology, Puducherry, India
  2. Student, Department of Information Technology, Manakula Vinayagar Institute of Technology, Puducherry, India
  3. Student, Department of Information Technology, Manakula Vinayagar Institute of Technology, Puducherry, India
  4. Student, Department of Information Technology, Manakula Vinayagar Institute of Technology, Puducherry, India

Abstract

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Climate change remains a major threat to ecosystems and human society. This undermines efforts to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 13 (SDG 13), which aims to take immediate action to address climate change and its impacts. This article provides an overview of the wide-ranging impacts of climate change. It focuses on the increasing frequency, intensity and uncertainty of extreme weather events such as droughts, famines, landslides and heat waves, and impacts it has on unprotected populations and even diverse organisms. In this study, we assess the effectiveness of approaches such as integrating climate-resilient infrastructure, disaster risk reduction initiatives and renewable energy integration. Our analysis identifies key challenges that arise when relating these practices to SDG 13, such as lack of funding, issues with policy enforcement, limited access to technology and communal participation. Despite these limitations, we do have significant opportunities to increase climate resilience. Some notable actions include innovative solutions, such as nature-based solutions, Climate finance mechanisms and stronger international cooperation. Findings of this research point out the need for comprehensive policy reforms, increased investments and innovations in sustainable technologies and empowering local communities via localized solutions. The paper concludes with actionable recommendations for enhancing climate resilience and mitigating climate impacts, thereby advancing the goals of SDG 13.

Keywords: Climate Change, SDG 13, Extreme Weather, Climate Resilience, Sustainable Development, Renewable Energy, Disaster Risk Reduction, Policy Enforcement, Climate Adaptation, Community-Based Management.

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Prabavadhi. J, Devesh .A, Prashanth Arjun.GK, Charumathy B. Impact of Urbanization and Policy Interventions on Carbon Emissions Towards Achieving SDG 13. Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies. 2025; 16(01):-.
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Volume 16
Issue 01
Received 10/01/2025
Accepted 17/01/2025
Published 28/01/2025
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