Global Warming is one of the central topics in modern science, politics, and culture. According to the World Meteorological Organization, 2023 and 2024 were the hottest years on record.
Key Facts
- The average temperature of the Earth has risen by 1.1–1.2°C compared to pre-industrial levels.
- The primary cause is greenhouse gas emissions resulting from human activity.
- The consequences include melting glaciers, rising sea levels, and an increase in extreme weather events.
Culture and Art
Artists, directors, and writers are increasingly turning to the climate theme. The film "Don't Look Up" (2021) uses climate catastrophe as a metaphor for political inaction. In literature, the genre of cli-fi (climate fiction) has emerged—novels about the consequences of climate change.
"We are at the beginning of a mass extinction, and all you can talk about is money and fairy tales of eternal economic growth" — Greta Thunberg, UN Summit, 2019
Psychological Aspect
The American Psychological Association has identified the phenomenon of eco-anxiety — chronic distress related to the climate crisis. It is most prevalent among younger generations.
Architecture and Adaptation
A number of countries are developing practical solutions:
- The Netherlands — Floating Residential Districts in Amsterdam
- Singapore — Integrating Green Spaces into the Urban Environment
- Bangladesh and the Maldives – the concept of floating cities as a response to the threat of inundation
