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This study investigates the relationship between atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO₂) levels and temperature changes in Bogotá, Colombia, aiming to understand their impact on urban architecture and public health. With the objective to understand increasing droughts and water shortages, the research examines how rising CO₂ emissions contribute to temperature changes and deteriorating air quality. Using NASA data, CO₂ levels from 1990 to 2024 and temperature trends from 2002 to 2023 were analyzed. The findings reveal a clear correlation: as CO₂ emissions rise, surface air temperatures increase, leading to more extreme climate conditions. Poor urban planning and transportation reliance on fossil fuels causing pollution, affecting air quality. This decline in air quality has been linked to respiratory diseases such as asthma, bronchitis, and cardiovascular issues, moreover in densely populated areas. Additionally, urban design plays a crucial role, with inefficient infrastructure amplifying the effects of climate change. The study concludes that immediate action is needed, favoring eco-efficient buildings, sustainable mobility solutions, and improved land planning to reduce CO₂ emissions, temperature increases, and protect public health.