Refugiados climáticos

This paper presents some reflections of applying the principle of common but differentiated responsibility to address the climate refugee crisis. Objective: the objective is to establish discussion guidelines for developed nations, the primary contributors to climate change, and the country’s most susceptible to climate variations or rising sea levels, regarding the invocation of the principle of common but differentiated responsibility. Methodology: the methodology employed a documentary analysis of information from specialized databases. The author constructed a three-level citation network – in-degree, out-degree, and betweenness – on topics related to 'climate refugees' or 'environmental responsibility,' among others. Results: The findings reveal that understanding the humanitarian issues of environmental refugees and adopting an approach grounded in the principle of common but differentiated responsibility enables the proposal of a reflective and purposeful scenario for invoking the principle. This premise rests on the privileged position developed countries currently hold due to their economic expansion and the environmental degradation caused by their industries. Conclusion: the conclusion asserts that the climate refugee crisis justifies the invocation of the principle of common but differentiated responsibility, given the international community's lack of commitment to extending refugee status to this vulnerable population.