Climate change is often regarded as a form of oppression, especially for the most vulnerable individuals. This concept involves using power to limit the opportunities and agency of others, typically based on their characteristics such as race, gender, and socioeconomic status. While not traditionally considered a type of oppression, climate change fits several key criteria. Climate change is known to disproportionately affect the lives of marginalized groups. For instance, communities of color and low-income individuals are more vulnerable to experiencing droughts and floods due to the effects of climate change. Moreover, they lack the resources to respond to the effects of the environmental phenomenon. Failure to expose and take action against the leaders of the world will not only result in environmental abuse, but it will also reinforce their false beliefs that their lives are more important than everyone else’s. Since there is currently no legislation to control the activities of large corporations that contribute to climate change, it has become an oppressive issue for the people. The sad part is that even if we can stop using fossil fuels, the Earth will still suffer irreversible damage. Although climate change is not traditionally considered to be a type of oppression, it can be argued that it is a form of oppression that targets the most vulnerable individuals. By understanding how climate change can reinforce existing oppression systems, we can work toward a more just and sustainable future for all.
