Climate Debt

Climate debt refers to the idea that countries historically responsible for higher greenhouse gas emissions—mainly industrialized nations—owe a responsibility to poorer nations affected by climate change. Since developed countries have contributed more to the problem, they should provide financial support for adaptation, mitigation, and recovery efforts in vulnerable regions. This concept emphasizes fairness, recognizing that those who caused more climate damage should help address its impacts, promoting global cooperation to ensure a just and sustainable response to climate change.