Climate Crisis: Navigating the Path to a Sustainable Future

Syed Najmusaqib holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Physical Education, a Bachelor of Physical Education, and is currently pursuing his Master’s in Physical Education. In addition to his academic foundation, he also holds a specialized diploma in Yoga, reflecting his deep commitment to holistic well-being and sustainable living. A passionate educator and researcher, Syed has published multiple papers in reputed journals and holds several design patents under his name. His work bridges the gap between physical health, environmental awareness, and technological innovation—making him a strong advocate for interdisciplinary approaches to solving the climate crisis. With a forward-looking vision and a heart rooted in sustainable development, Syed brings a unique perspective to this book, connecting the dots between human well-being and planetary health.

Binat ul Mukhtar, daughter of Mukhtar Ahmad Langoo, is a native of Batapora, Shopian. She holds a B.Sc. in Agriculture from SKUAST-K (2021) and an M.Sc. in Plant Breeding and Genetics, with research focused on wheat biofortification for iron and zinc. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in the same field. Binat has been an active participant in academic events, securing third position in a class presentation under NAHEP, speaking on biodiversity during World Environment Day, and winning first place in a college debate on environmental conservation. She also took part in the ETGMB–2022 conference organized by the Central University of Jammu.

Dr. Sourav Gangopadhyay is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Hospital Management at Brainware University, bringing over 16 years of academic and research experience to his field. He earned his Ph.D. from the prestigious University of Mysore and has established a strong reputation in the domains of Healthcare Service Marketing, Human Resource Management, and Organizational Behavior. Dr. Gangopadhyay has actively contributed to curriculum development as a task force member at Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, where he played a key role in the syllabus revision for Hospital Management programs. In recognition of his scholarly contributions, he was awarded the Best Paper (Second Runner-up) at the 7th International Seminar on the International Politico-Economic Situation in 2023. He has authored more than 50 research papers, many of which are published in Scopus- and Web of Science-indexed journals, and has also contributed to numerous book chapters across interdisciplinary topics. In addition to his academic pursuits, Dr. Gangopadhyay is also an innovator, holding multiple design patents in various applied fields.

Dr. Jayeeta Majumder is an Associate Professor at Brainware University Kolkata, specializing in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behaviour, Healthcare Service Marketing, and Quality Management. With over 15 years of experience in both industry and academia, she has made significant contributions to teaching, learning, and research. In 2018, she received a certificate of appreciation from Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology for her dedication to education and research. Dr. Majumder has authored more than 50 research papers in various national and international journals, including those indexed by Scopus, and has contributed several book chapters published by esteemed publishers such as Springer Nature. Additionally, she holds several design patents in the field of management and has provided consultancy services to various public and private hospitals to enhance their quality standards.

Dr. K.K. Sivakumar is Associate Professor in the Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences, School of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Mohan Babu University, Tirupati. He has been in the field of teaching and research for the past 22 years. In the preceding years he was with the renowned institutions such as AMET University, Chennai, Chettinad Engineering College, Tamil Nadu, India, Yanbu Industrial College, Saudi Arabia, Royal University of Bhutan, Bhutan and Dilla & Wollega University of Ethiopia. He has the industrial Experience with Combined Cycle Power Plant promoted by Reliance Energy Limited at Mumbai and Kerala as Chemist for about 3 years. He has obtained Ph.D. degree in Chemistry from Madurai Kamaraj University (State Government University), M.Phil. degree in Chemistry from Alagappa University (State Government University, M.Sc. (Chemistry) degree from Madurai Kamaraj University, M.Sc. (Environmental Science) degree from Bharathiar University. He has published more than 70 papers in International and National peer reviewed journals (SCI, Scopus and WoS) and presented about 42 papers in International and National conferences. He has authored for 3 books in Engineering Chemistry and Environmental Science and Engineering and Boiler Water Chemistry. He is the Life member of ISTE, ICC and RJC, STRA, TERA and IAENG and Editorial Board member for 4 refereed journals.