The world today is undergoing rapid and unprecedented change. Since the Industrial Revolution, humanity has increasingly utilized natural resources for consumption. As industries reached their peak, humans developed technologies to further enhance their lives without limits. This is a world where technological progress has exceeded what many could have ever imagined.
While the world continues to spin forward relentlessly, one aspect has been in decline: environmental awareness. Humanity is consuming natural resources as if they were inexhaustible, when in reality, every resource has its limit. The more we consume, the more we emit carbon dioxide, accelerating global warming to levels that threaten our ability to sustain life as we know it.
In the past two years, the average global temperature has risen to record-breaking levels, surpassing pre-Industrial Revolution figures by 1.5 degrees Celsius. This is a critical warning of the “global boiling” phenomenon, transforming our planet into a new reality where living conditions are significantly harsher.
Disasters from Heatwaves and Natural Calamities
An increase of just 1.5 degrees Celsius in global temperatures will have severe consequences for the environment. It will cause extreme climate fluctuations, including heavy rainfall, prolonged droughts, and intensified natural disasters. These changes will make it nearly impossible for humans to live as they once did, forcing people to remain indoors more often, unable to face the extreme heat or natural disasters outside their homes.
Furthermore, rising temperatures will profoundly impact ecosystems worldwide. Animals of all sizes are facing extinction as they struggle to adapt to the rapidly changing climate. Many are forced to migrate and ultimately perish, especially those living in polar regions, which are undergoing the most rapid temperature increases.
Social Inequality: The Unexpected Impact of Global Boiling
When discussing the concept of global boiling, the focus is often limited to environmental consequences. However, in reality, as the environment deteriorates, human life becomes increasingly difficult. Natural disasters undo decades of economic progress, rendering many professions unable to operate at full capacity. Living costs rise as people must spend more to cope with extreme heat, including expenses for food, healthcare, and home modifications.
Going deeper, we find that the effects of climate change exacerbate social inequality significantly. According to a report by the United Nations (UN), more than 12 million children are affected by natural disasters, losing their homes, access to education, and facing heightened health risks. Furthermore, the global boiling phenomenon disproportionately impacts impoverished populations. Those who already struggle to access resources are hit hardest, as natural disasters further reduce their opportunities. Workers exposed to extreme heat see their productivity diminish, leading to job losses for over 80 million people worldwide when temperatures exceed 1.5 degrees Celsius.
A Global Boiling Threatens Food Security
Climate change directly threatens global food security, forcing us to adapt our diets—not for health reasons, but because global boiling makes agriculture increasingly challenging. Rising temperatures accelerate water evaporation from plants and soil, necessitating greater water availability for farming. However, in a world plagued by extreme heat, drought, natural disasters, and pests, these challenges become inevitable.
As global temperatures rise, agricultural adaptation becomes more difficult and increasingly expensive, particularly for tropical regions such as Africa and South Asia. Farmers, whose livelihoods depend on cultivation, are directly affected, as are consumers who face limited access to food or higher food prices. This cycle impacts the cost of living and perpetuates social inequality. If immediate action is not taken, food insecurity will push many into poverty. By 2030, it is estimated that as many as 43 million people in Africa alone could fall below the poverty line.
“Global Warming, Climate Change, Global Boiling” – Three Similar Terms with Different Meanings
- Global warming refers to the increase in the Earth's average temperature, which impacts all life on the planet.
- Climate change describes the disruptive effects of global warming, including abnormalities and natural disasters.
- Global boiling originates from a speech by Mr. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, urging nations to urgently address climate chaos due to record-breaking global temperatures.
The Time to Act: Addressing the Era of Global Boiling
The time has come for us to join forces in combating climate change and halting the global boiling phenomenon. This requires us to care for the environment and use resources wisely, starting now.
SCGC has already taken action by increasing the use of renewable energy in its industrial plants and integrating digital technologies across processes to enhance efficiency and reduce energy consumption. The company has also developed environmentally friendly plastics under the name SCGC GREEN POLYMER™ and collaborated with partners to innovate carbon capture solutions that produce polymers with a negative carbon footprint. SCGC is accelerating efforts towards clean-energy-powered innovations for future mobility.
Additionally, SCGC is expanding green spaces through reforestation projects aimed at generating carbon credits while operating under the principles of ESG and Low Waste Low Carbon practices. These efforts aim to care for and create a sustainable world for everyone.
Let us advance together towards a low-carbon society through SCGC’s innovations for sustainability
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