Nepal’s leading role need to reduce risks of carbon emission: Bishwa Prakash Sharma, GS NC

Nepali Congress General Secretary Bishwa Prakash Sharma stressed Nepal’s leading role in mitigating the risks of carbon emissions, which, he explained, has been a major factor of climate change.

During a training programme on environment and climate change issues organized by the Nepali Congress’ Environment and Climate Change Department at the party’s central office in Sanepa, Lalitpur, Sharma said climate change is a common and pressing issue afflicting the world irrespective of location. The event was organised on 10th July.

The unexpected rains last year caused damage amounting to billions of rupees, and the recent burst of a glacial lake caused significant damage in Rasuwa, the leader reminded. The impact of climate change is increasing due to excessive carbon emissions, so we must focus on reducing and eliminating plastic use, as well as correcting human behaviour, he further mentioned. Sharma also stated that 46 glacial lakes in Nepal and China and one in India are at risk of breach. “If carbon emissions do not subside and human habits go unchecked, an explosion is unavoidable at any time.” Moreover, he argued the oceans contribute 30 percent and rivers 3 percent to reduce world’s carbon emissions, while it is urgent for humans to be proactive in controlling their reckless activities to minimize global menace.