Why Nepal is Demanding Climate Justice and Compensation After Deadly Floods The recent devastating floods in Nepal and China's Tibet region have left thousands dead or missing, and the country is demanding "climate justice" and $20 million in compensation from the international community.
Nepalis feel their suffering is ignored until it becomes impossible to ignore. Nepal contributes less than 0.
1 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions but bears the brunt of severe climate and weather events due to its geographical location in the Himalayas.