Climate Change through the SDGs: A Legal and Policy Perspective

Climate change poses one of the most pressing global challenges of the 21st century, threatening ecosystems, human rights, and sustainable development. The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide a global framework to address climate-related issues by fostering integration between economic growth, environmental protection, and social equity. This paper examines the interlinkages between SDGs and climate change, analyses the challenges of implementation in developing and developed economies, and evaluates international and domestic legal frameworks. It further explores the implications for India and proposes pathways for achieving climate resilience through SDG-oriented policies.