What does it affect?

Covid-19 gives an opportunity to change for a more sustainable economy for people and the planet. Nevertheless, after the economic recovery, gas emissions will return to high levels.

Besides, covid-19 may result in a 6% drop in greenhouse gas emissions for 2020. Still short of 7.6% annual reduction required to limit global warming to 1.5ºC.

To sum up, we must immediatly start taking care of our planet and acting, thanks to the opportunity currently available to us due to the recent crisis.

In addition, you can also watch this online video about some causes and effects of climate change, by National Geographic.