Goa Faces Rising Temperatures and Climate Extremes by 2040 Without Emission Cuts
State could see days with 40°C by 2040 unless emissions are curbed: Govt document
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Goa, India, could experience routine temperatures of 40°C by 2040 unless greenhouse gas emissions are reduced, according to a government report. The state is warming faster than the national average, with mean temperatures rising by about 1°C since 1901. Experts recommend various adaptation measures to mitigate climate risks.
- 01Goa's mean temperatures have increased by approximately 1°C from 1901 to 2018, particularly after the 1970s.
- 02If CO2 levels reach 940 ppm by 2100, temperatures could rise by up to 4.5°C; limiting emissions to 538 ppm could restrict the increase to 2.5°C.
- 03The report predicts more frequent extreme weather events, including droughts and floods, which will impact agriculture and livelihoods.
- 04Recommended adaptation measures include promoting drought-tolerant crops and improving irrigation efficiency.
- 05The Goa State Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan is nearing final approval, aiming to enhance the state's climate resilience.
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As Goa observes World Environment Day, a government report warns that the state could routinely experience temperatures of 40°C by 2040 unless greenhouse gas emissions are curtailed. Goa is warming at a rate faster than the national average, with mean temperatures increasing by about 1°C since 1901. The report, prepared by experts from BITS Pilani and the CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography, outlines potential temperature rises depending on carbon dioxide levels, with projections indicating a rise of up to 4.5°C if emissions are not controlled. The report highlights the likelihood of intensified climate extremes, including droughts and floods, which could disrupt local agriculture and livelihoods. To combat these threats, experts recommend various adaptation strategies, such as promoting drought-resistant crops, enhancing irrigation techniques, and establishing climate monitoring stations. The Goa State Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan, currently in its final approval stages, aims to bolster the state's resilience against climate change.
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The rising temperatures and increased frequency of extreme weather events could severely affect agriculture and overall livelihoods in Goa.
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