UNICEF warns millions of Nepali children face growing climate risks
Summary
UNICEF says millions of children in Nepal are facing worsening climate, environmental and disaster risks that threaten their health, education and protection. The agency is urging child-focused adaptation measures as Nepal prepares for the UN climate conference COP31.
Key Points
- UNICEF says 9.9 million children in Nepal are exposed to unhealthy air pollution, with millions more facing drought, extreme heat and landslides.
- The report warns that climate shocks are increasing child labour, child marriage, disease outbreaks and disruption to education.
- UNICEF representative Alice Akunga called for children to be placed at the centre of climate policy, financing and adaptation efforts.
- Nepal has endorsed the Declaration on Children, Youth and Climate Action ahead of COP31 in Türkiye.
