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Business is acting forcefully to address climate change, but more must be done in the climate debate. It will be critical for business to deal with its approach to climate change action beyond the critical efforts to advance “net zero” and other mitigation-oriented priorities, and consider whether they can also support adaptation and resilience in their communities and with other important stakeholders whom they work with. Whether that relates to addressing water and food security, emergency preparedness and response, and the development of products and services that anticipate the impacts of climate change, the business community can do more considering to factor in and reflect adaptation as is already the case for so many companies looking to scale back emissions and deliver technologies and energy options.
The adoption by the UN Human Rights Council in October 2021 of a resolution recognizing the universal right to a safe, clean, healthy, and sustainable environment will certainly add to the debate about what States and business should do to safeguard the environment and advance sustainability while protecting human rights.
