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These phenomena are not hypothetical; they are already impacting millions. India, China, and Indonesia—top greenhouse gas emitters—contribute over 20 billion tons of CO₂ equivalent emissions annually. If emissions trends continue unabated, scientists warn that global temperatures could rise by around 3°C by 2100—a dangerous threshold that could devastate ecosystems, agriculture, and human health across Asia.
Urbanization and Environmental Stressors
Rapid urbanization compounds environmental stresses. By 2035, China is projected to have nearly 74% of its population in cities, Indonesia over 65%, and India over 43%. Urban centers like Beijing and Jakarta are grappling with heatwaves, air pollution, and flooding.