International Research Journal of Education and Technology

The impact of climate change on international law presents complex challenges and significant opportunities for global governance and cooperation. Climate change, driven by human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, poses far-reaching consequences for ecosystems, biodiversity, and human health. Addressing climate change requires coordinated action at local, national, and international levels, guided by principles of equity and justice. However, legal gaps in addressing transboundary environmental harm, tensions between developed and developing nations, and inadequate enforcement mechanisms hinder effective climate governance.

Despite these challenges, there are opportunities for innovation and collaboration. Strengthening existing legal mechanisms like the Paris Agreement, integrating climate considerations into international legal regimes, and promoting international cooperation offer pathways to enhance climate governance. Emerging legal principles such as climate justice and intergenerational equity provide frameworks for addressing the ethical dimensions of climate change and promoting equity in climate governance. By embracing these opportunities and fostering collective action, the global community can mitigate climate risks and build a sustainable and resilient future for all.

Keywords: Climate change, international law, challenges, opportunities, transboundary environmental harm, legal gaps, developed nations, developing nations, Paris Agreement, equity, justice, cooperation, mitigation, adaptation, climate justice, intergenerational equity, international cooperation, non-state actors, legal frameworks, sustainability