Abstract :
Climate change is a global issue characterized by a shift in regular weather patterns over
decades or longer, such as rising temperatures, more precipitation, or decreased humidity.
Pakistan is experiencing the consequences of climate change, with increased glacier melt,
droughts, and warmer winters and early summers. Pakistan does not make a significant
contribution to global warming or climate change. It is, nevertheless, the seventh most
severely affected country. In the last century, the average temperature of Pakistan increased
by 0.6°C. Pakistan’s government has already initiated the Ten Billion Trees Tsunami Project,
one of the world’s most ambitious endeavors to extend and repair its forests. The objective
of this study was to investigate the perceptions of youth of Islamabad on climate change
and its impact on human health. The mixed methodology (qualitative and quantitative) is
used to get better results in apprehensive research work. Our research found that a large
percentage of people in the capital city believe climate change is happening and is caused by
global warming and deforestation. The youth are aware of climate change and its effects on
humans, but they require further education on the subject and guidance on how to mitigate
climate change. The government should do something at the national or university level to
raise awareness about climate change.
Keyword :
Climate Change, Youth Perception, Forestation, Pollution, Green Pakistan