A Critical Assessment Of Ecological Sustainability In The New World Order
Ogah A. M., Ibrahim A.
Keywords: Ecology, new world order, sustainability, conflict, climate change
Abstract
The challenges of ecological sustainability have grown exponentially in the face of rapid globalization, economic expansion and resource exploitation. This paper synthesizes the interplay between ecological sustainability and the emerging new world order which is characterized by shifting geopolitical power dynamics, technological innovation, and multilateral governance frameworks. The paper was anchored on the theory of Integrated Sustainability Dynamics (ISD). Data for the paper emerged through secondary sources. Characteristically, the paper examines how global cooperation, technological advancements, and socio-political transformations are shaping sustainability efforts. The analysis highlights challenges such as economic inequalities, resource conflicts, and climate injustices, while emphasizing pathways for fostering an equitable and ecologically sound future for all. The paper concludes that priorities should be given to climate justice by allocating resources equitably to vulnerable nations through expanded climate financing and loss-and-damage funds. Consequently, the paper recommends the need to enhance global governance frameworks, international agreements such as Paris Agreement by integrating legally binding enforcement mechanisms.
Author Biography
Ogah A. M., Ibrahim A.
Federal University of Lafia, Nigeria
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