Rosmel Rodríguez

Occupation :

EU Climate Pact Ambassador

Rosmel Rodríguez Barroso is a political scientist dedicated to environmental activism. He is currently European Climate Pact Ambassador, he also a lecturer at the Central University of Venezuela in the field of political ecology. Focused on environmental awareness and dissemination, addressing the debates on climate justice, ecological justice, and socio-environmental conflict resolution.

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Nationality : PT

2024-11-30

Victims of the ecological crisis: climate refugees

Due to climate-related disasters, most people, although involuntarily, move within their own countries, probably to a nearby city. However, some may choose to cross international borders.

Up to Their Necks in Water: Asian Island Countries Facing the Problem of Climate Change

In many regions, changing precipitation or melting snow and ice are altering hydrological systems.

Justice in The Age of Climate Change

The injustice lies in the fact that those who will suffer the greatest consequences of this crisis are those who have contributed the least to its aggravation.

The radicals of Just Stop Oil ?

Climate change is a problem of global governance and we should all raise our voices against this situation, because it goes against the respect of the biophysical limits of the planet.

Historical construction of climate justice

The world's development model has always been against the preservation of natural resources, using them as infinite goods.

Climate Action and concepts necessary for its understanding

Climate action is decisive because it indicates that we can mobilize for a common good that will affect future generations.

The climate crisis: A threat to human rights

Humanity is characterized by knowing its responsibilities and its individual and collective rights, but there is a certain lack of knowledge about the effects of climate change on human rights.

Climate justice, a paradigm for protecting the planet

The 1972 Stockholm Conference established the recognition of a "right to the environment combined with the defense of human rights".

Climate Colonialism: The New Face of Power Abuse

We need to learn from the mistakes of the past, where solutions to climate change have often benefited only a few and harmed many others.

The Orinoco Mining Arc at the Crossroads: Ecocide, Human Rights Violations, and the Urgency of Addressing This Socio-Environmental Conflict

There are around 40.3 million people in situations of slavery worldwide, and mining is one of the sectors where this phenomenon is most frequent.

The Fossil Fuel-Based Growth Model: An Obsolete Economic Relic

It's time to abandon our fossil fuel-based economic growth model and adopt a degrowth and green growth approach.

The Invisible Assault of Microplastics: A Silent Problem Requiring Urgent Attention

Small actions can add up and make a big difference.

Overpopulation Theories: A Threat to Human Rights?

The issue isn't simply how many people there are, but how we consume and distribute resources.

Climate Racism: Social Inequalities in the Age of Climate Change

The unbalanced distribution of essential resources such as clean water, food, and clean energy can adversely affect marginalized and racially discriminated communities.

The Toxic Legacy of Fukushima: An Imminent Danger to the Global Oceans

The marine ecosystem is crucial for the survival of many species, including humans, so any potential threat to its health is a cause for great concern.

Environmental Pollution From Disposable Vapourisers: An Unnoticed Threat?

Since these devices are designed for single use, once exhausted, they become part of the avalanche of technological garbage.

Carbon Footprint and Climate Shadow: A Holistic Perspective to Face the Climate Crisis

The path towards a sustainable life may seem overwhelming, but every little action counts.

Strategies for Mobilising Individuals in the Fight Against Climate Change

The creation of sustainable communities and ecological groups in schools and local communities is a crucial step towards building a greener society.

Eco-Demagogy: Unmasking Green Hypocrisy

Eco-Demagogy reminds us that without significant political and structural transformation, individual actions, although important, will be insufficient to face the environmental crisis.

Unveiling Climate Colonialism

The ongoing extraction of resources in developing countries by wealthier nations exacerbates these regions' vulnerability to climate change and environmental degradation.

The Disappearance of Venezuela's Humboldt Glacier: A Mirror of Global Climate Change

The Humboldt Glacier, located on Pico Humboldt in the Mérida state of Venezuela, represents a dramatic case of climate change's impact on glaciers.

Environmental Education: An Essential Requirement for a Sustainable Future

Schools represent the ideal place to start this process. School curricula have the capacity to incorporate climate change as a central and interdisciplinary topic.

The Essential Role of Incentives and Taxes in Climate Action

By their nature, incentives can guide the decisions of businesses and individuals to focus less on short-term gains and more on long-term value.

Tired Earth: An Interview with Rosmel Rodríguez, EU Climate Pact Ambassador

Interview with Rosmel Rodríguez, EU Climate Pact Ambassador

Interview with Rosmel Rodríguez, EU Climate Pact Ambassador

Interview With Rosmel Rodríguez, European Union Climate Pact Ambassador