Journal of Petroleum & Environmental Biotechnology

Planetary Boundaries and Climate Resilience: Scientific Solutions for a Sustainable Future

12th Global Summit on Renewable Energy and Climate Change

Jun 15-16, 2026 | Paris, France

Johan Rockström

University of Potsdam, Germany

Scientific Tracks Abstracts: J Pet Environ Biotechnol

Abstract:

The accelerating impacts of climate change, biodiversity loss, freshwater scarcity, and environmental degradation highlight the urgent need for integrated sustainability strategies. This presentation examines the planetary boundaries framework as a scientific foundation for understanding Earth's environmental limits and guiding sustainable development. Advances in Earth system science, remote sensing, climate modeling, and ecosystem monitoring provide valuable insights into the inter actions between climate, ecosystems, water resources, and human activities.

The session discusses renewable energy expansion, carbon sequestration, ecosystem restoration, regenerative agriculture, and nature-based climate solutions that strengthen resilience while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Emerging technol ogies including satellite observation, artificial intelligence, environmental big data, and predictive climate analytics are im proving environmental monitoring and supporting evidence-based policy decisions. Future perspectives focus on resilient infrastructure, sustainable resource management, international climate cooperation, and science-driven governance that enables societies to adapt successfully while remaining within planetary boundaries.

Biography :

Johan Rockström is Professor of Earth System Science at the University of Potsdam, Germany. His research focuses on climate change, planetary boundaries, sustainability science, water resources, and global environmental governance. He is interna tionally recognized for advancing sustainable development and climate resilience research.