Long-term impacts of climate change on coastal and transitional eco-systems in India: an overview of its current status, future projections, solutions, and policies

Abstract

Urbanization and industrial development are increasing rapidly.

Characterization of carbon fluxes, stock and nutrients in the sacred forest groves and invasive vegetation stands within the human dominated landscapes of a tropical semi-arid region

“…As the impacts of climate change are becoming more tangible in India, extreme summer and prolonged drought stress could potentially affect the photosynthetic rate of native tree species. Studies also speculate certain native tree species can withstand a shorter period of stress; however, prolonged and extended summers could alter the photosynthesis while the trees tend to set forth their energy for survival rather than increasing productivity levels 109 – 112 . In that context, the outcomes of this study reveal native trees like Acacia nilotica, Terminalia arjuna, Wrightia tinctoria, and Ficus benghalensis are likely to perform and thrive well in the ensuing climate change scenarios in the semi-arid regions of India.…”

Regulatory Ecosystem Services of Forest Sacred Groves in comparison to Invasive vegetation in the urban and urban peripheries of a semi-arid region

“…As the climate change impacts are becoming more tangible in India, the episodes of extreme summer and prolonged drought stress could potentially impact the photosynthetic rate of native tree species. Studies also speculate certain native tree species can withstand shorter period of stress, however prolonged and extended summers could alter the photosynthesis while tree tends to put forth its energy for its survival rather than increasing productivity levels (Ghanbari et al, 2023;Rajesh and Goswami, 2023;Subramanian et al, 2023;Yuan et al, 2023). In that context, the outcomes of this study reveals native trees like Terminalia arjuna, Wrightia tinctoria, Ficus benghalensis are likely to perform and thrive well in the ensuing climate change scenarios in the semi-arid regions of India.…”

High temperatures on mental health: Recognizing the association and the need for proactive strategies—A perspective

“…From mild discomfort to life‐threatening conditions, the physiological repercussions of heat are extensive and multifaceted 22 . Dehydration, which occurs when one loses more fluids than he/she takes in, disrupts the normal functioning of the body's systems and is the most fundamental way heat impacts human bodies 23 . Mild symptoms include thirst and a dry mouth, whereas more severe symptoms include disorientation, confusion, and even coma 24 .…”

“… 22 Dehydration, which occurs when one loses more fluids than he/she takes in, disrupts the normal functioning of the body's systems and is the most fundamental way heat impacts human bodies. 23 Mild symptoms include thirst and a dry mouth, whereas more severe symptoms include disorientation, confusion, and even coma. 24 However, the risks of high temperatures do not stop at dehydration.…”