ABSTRACT
The root causes of such precipitous decline of the planet’s natural life-support systems may be multifaceted, but all share one common link: human or anthropogenic activity. Climate action must address the disproportionate impact of a warming planet on vulnerable populations worldwide, the ravages of environmental racism, and the general inequities involved in the access to renewable energy sources. From partially submerged islands to drought-ridden grasslands, women bear the brunt of the climate crisis, predominantly as a result of gender-based treatment. Historically, the contributions of women as heads of households, caregivers, educators, decision-makers, and stakeholders have been confined to the sectors to which they relate. Environmental policies have taken center stage in recent policy discussions, emphasizing a wide range of sustainable living and production topics. In half the countries around the world, women are denied basic rights—including the ability to own land, sell their own goods, and apply for financial assistance.
