A Sustainable Legacy: Navigating Climate Change through the Lens of Intergenerational Justice
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| author | Prakhar Singh Jat |
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| contents | <p>Finding a fair balance between present needs and the rights of future generations is a fundamental ethical challenge caused by the increasing threat of climate change. Titled "A Sustainable Legacy: Navigating Climate Change Through the Lens of Intergenerational Justice," this paper delves into the complex connection between climate action and intergenerational justice, drawing attention to the moral duty of present-day societies to protect the social and environmental conditions that future generations will need to thrive. This paper offers a critical examination of the responsibilities of current generations in reducing climate risks and ensuring sustainability for future generations. It draws on ethical frameworks such as John Rawls' theory of justice, the capabilities approach by Amartya Sen and the precautionary principle. This approach revolves around the idea of intergenerational justice, which states that we have an ethical obligation to ensure that future generations have access to healthy ecosystems, abundant natural resources, and a predictable climate. Using arguments from deontological and consequentialist theory, the article contends that the right to life, health, and wellbeing of future humans will be violated if we do nothing to combat climate change. Applying Rawls' "veil of ignorance," the study shows that decision-makers would prioritize long-term environmental sustainability without knowing which generation they belong to, therefore promoting a fair allocation of risks and resources across time. Furthermore, the capacities approach lends credence to the moral imperative to combat climate change by stressing the importance of preserving fundamental human rights and opportunities, which are in grave danger from the effects of climate change. In addition, the report takes into account the precautionary principle, which states that strong climate measures should be implemented regardless of the level of scientific confidence, because failing to do so could result in permanent damage to generations to come. An everlasting dedication to sustainability as a foundation of justice is highlighted by this confluence of ethical theory and environmental governance. Modern climate policy, global accords such as the Paris Accord, and the inadequacy of present economic systems in addressing environmental consequences over the long run are all examined in the article. It argues that political and economic systems are too focused on the here and now to think about the planet's long-term viability. By combining policy analysis with ethical discourse, the study urges national and international governing bodies to recast climate change as a justice concern, with obligations that go beyond generations. Finally, this study concludes that if we want to leave a lasting legacy, we must tackle climate change from an ethical perspective of intergenerational justice. In order to leave the earth habitable for generations to come, it says that our generation must put aside its narrow interests and enact comprehensive policies. In order to take ethical climate action, the report recommends rethinking society values with an eye on intergenerational equality and moving towards sustainable development and long-term climate governance.</p> |
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| spellingShingle | A Sustainable Legacy: Navigating Climate Change through the Lens of Intergenerational Justice Prakhar Singh Jat Intergenerational justice, Climate change ethics, Sustainable development,Environmental sustainability, Climate governanc <p>Finding a fair balance between present needs and the rights of future generations is a fundamental ethical challenge caused by the increasing threat of climate change. Titled "A Sustainable Legacy: Navigating Climate Change Through the Lens of Intergenerational Justice," this paper delves into the complex connection between climate action and intergenerational justice, drawing attention to the moral duty of present-day societies to protect the social and environmental conditions that future generations will need to thrive. This paper offers a critical examination of the responsibilities of current generations in reducing climate risks and ensuring sustainability for future generations. It draws on ethical frameworks such as John Rawls' theory of justice, the capabilities approach by Amartya Sen and the precautionary principle. This approach revolves around the idea of intergenerational justice, which states that we have an ethical obligation to ensure that future generations have access to healthy ecosystems, abundant natural resources, and a predictable climate. Using arguments from deontological and consequentialist theory, the article contends that the right to life, health, and wellbeing of future humans will be violated if we do nothing to combat climate change. Applying Rawls' "veil of ignorance," the study shows that decision-makers would prioritize long-term environmental sustainability without knowing which generation they belong to, therefore promoting a fair allocation of risks and resources across time. Furthermore, the capacities approach lends credence to the moral imperative to combat climate change by stressing the importance of preserving fundamental human rights and opportunities, which are in grave danger from the effects of climate change. In addition, the report takes into account the precautionary principle, which states that strong climate measures should be implemented regardless of the level of scientific confidence, because failing to do so could result in permanent damage to generations to come. An everlasting dedication to sustainability as a foundation of justice is highlighted by this confluence of ethical theory and environmental governance. Modern climate policy, global accords such as the Paris Accord, and the inadequacy of present economic systems in addressing environmental consequences over the long run are all examined in the article. It argues that political and economic systems are too focused on the here and now to think about the planet's long-term viability. By combining policy analysis with ethical discourse, the study urges national and international governing bodies to recast climate change as a justice concern, with obligations that go beyond generations. Finally, this study concludes that if we want to leave a lasting legacy, we must tackle climate change from an ethical perspective of intergenerational justice. In order to leave the earth habitable for generations to come, it says that our generation must put aside its narrow interests and enact comprehensive policies. In order to take ethical climate action, the report recommends rethinking society values with an eye on intergenerational equality and moving towards sustainable development and long-term climate governance.</p> |
| title | A Sustainable Legacy: Navigating Climate Change through the Lens of Intergenerational Justice |
| topic | Intergenerational justice, Climate change ethics, Sustainable development,Environmental sustainability, Climate governanc |
| url | https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14979220 |