WMO:

Rising Severity and Frequency of Global Natural Disasters

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for promoting international cooperation on atmospheric science, climatology, hydrology, and related geophysical sciences. In this session, the WMO will convene to address the intensifying frequency and severity of natural disasters linked to climate change.

As the climate crisis accelerates, so does the intensity and frequency of natural disasters. From Category 4 hurricanes devastating coastal regions to wildfires consuming acres of land, the stakes have never been higher. This committee will confront the growing global threat posed by climate-driven natural disasters, focusing on two critical areas: the rising temperatures across the Pacific Rim, exacerbated by the El Niño phenomenon and threatening island nations with sea-level rise and extreme weather events; and the escalation of wildfires and deforestation, fueled by desertification and resulting in both environmental destruction and increased carbon emissions. Delegates will be challenged to propose both immediate responses to ongoing crises and long-term strategies for climate adaptation and disaster prevention. The future of our planet may depend on it.

Topic 1: Navigating Warming on the Pacific Rim & El Niño’s Impact on Island Nations

Topic 2: Combating Wildfires & Deforestation Triggered by Desertification

Note: WMO will be a single-delegate committee.

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