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Jan292025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Climate Change to Cause Over 2.3 Million Additional Heat-Related Deaths in Europe by 2099

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A modelling study led by the Environment & Health Modelling (EHM) Lab at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) reveals alarming projections for the impact of climate change on temperature-related deaths across Europe. Published in Nature Medicine, the study predicts a substantial rise in deaths from heat, far outweighing any reduction in cold-related fatalities. Without immediate action to reduce carbon emissions, climate change could result in over 2.3 million additional temperature-related deaths across 854 European cities by the end of this century. The Mediterranean region, Central Europe, and the Balkans are identified as particularly vulnerable areas, with major cities like Barcelona, Rome, and Madrid expected to bear the brunt of this crisis. Adaptat...

Jan292025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Climate Crisis Deepens Food Security Challenges in Latin America and the Caribbean

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Changing patterns of climate variability and extreme weather events are intensifying food security challenges across Latin America and the Caribbean, as highlighted in the 2024 Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition report. With the region ranked as the second-most exposed to extreme weather globally, after Asia, the cascading effects of climate change are exacerbating structural inequalities and worsening malnutrition in all its forms. The report reveals that extreme weather events, such as storms, floods, and droughts, are frequent in 74% of the region’s countries. Of these, over half face increased vulnerability, making them more susceptible to undernourishment. Between 2019 and 2023, the prevalence of hunger rose by 1.5 percentage points in nations grappling with climate e...

Jan282025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Expert Calls for Stronger Climate Risk Response to Tackle Extreme Events

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Katharine Mach, a climate risk management specialist and chair at the University of Miami’s Department of Environmental Science and Policy, emphasizes the urgent need for a comprehensive risk-response framework to address the increasing complexity of climate change. Drawing insights from her research on hazards like wildfires, flooding, and extreme heat, she outlines key strategies for adaptation and highlights challenges in implementation. Adapting to climate change means preparing for current risks and anticipating future challenges. With global temperatures surpassing a 1.5°C increase for the first time in 2024, communities are grappling with unprecedented climate extremes. Mach stresses that adaptation is crucial to ensuring safety and resilience in the face of these challenges. ...

Jan282025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Haridwar’s Waste Crisis Mirrors Urban India’s Struggle with Modernization

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Haridwar, a city revered as the gateway of the Ganga into the plains, is a spiritual and cultural hub visited by millions annually. Yet, its divine significance is shadowed by an escalating waste management crisis that underscores urban India’s battle to reconcile its traditions with the demands of modernization. As one of India’s holiest cities, Haridwar attracts over 40 million pilgrims every year. This influx overwhelms its infrastructure, with the city generating 260-300 metric tons of waste daily, surging to nearly 6,000 tons during peak religious festivals like the Kanwar Yatra. This monumental waste burden exposes systemic inefficiencies and the broader challenges faced by Indian cities striving for sustainable development. The waste generated in Haridwar is as diverse as its ...

Jan282025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

UNHCR Faces Record Humanitarian Challenges in 2024 Amid Conflicts and Climate Crises

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The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) confronted unprecedented challenges in 2024, responding to a record 43 humanitarian emergencies, including 26 newly declared crises. Seven of these reached the agency’s highest emergency level, reflecting escalating global needs due to ongoing conflicts, new wars, and climate-related disasters, as highlighted in the recently released 2024 Impact Report: Response to New Emergencies and Protracted Crises. The war in Sudan remained a central focus for UNHCR, with relief efforts continuing into a second year to address the severe regional impact. Alongside Sudan, other conflict zones such as Lebanon, Syria, Ukraine, Myanmar, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo demanded significant humanitarian response. Climate-related emerge...

Jan272025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Just Resilience Advancing Equity in Climate Adaptation Strategies

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A new paper delves into the concept of "just resilience," emphasizing the integration of justice and equity into climate adaptation and resilience research and policy. By exploring underrepresented perspectives, particularly from the global south, and addressing the social, structural, and geographical drivers of vulnerability, the paper seeks to shape a global agenda for equitable adaptation. Emergence of Just Resilience Just resilience has become a critical focus in addressing the unequal burdens of climate change. Adaptation strategies can inadvertently create disparities, turning some groups into winners while leaving others behind. Interplay of Climate and Structural Inequities Climate change impacts often exacerbate preexisting inequities based on wealth, power dynamics, ...

Jan272025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Climate Hazards Disrupt Education for Millions in 2024: UNICEF Report Highlights Urgency

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A new report from UNICEF reveals a disturbing trend at least one in seven students globally had their schooling disrupted due to climate-related hazards in 2024. The report, Learning Interrupted: Global Snapshot of Climate-Related School Disruptions in 2024, released on January 24, 2025, on the International Day of Education, sheds light on the scale of climate's impact on children's education worldwide. According to the report, a staggering 242 million students, ranging from pre-primary to upper secondary education, experienced disruptions to their schooling in 2024 due to climate events. This figure is likely an underestimation, as the report acknowledged data limitations. The analysis examined disruptions across 85 countries from January to December 2024, identifying 119 different...

Jan252025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

242M Students Disrupted by Climate Hazards in 2024: UNICEF Report

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At least 242 million students across 85 countries experienced significant disruptions in their education due to extreme climate events in 2024, according to a new UNICEF report titled Learning Interrupted: Global Snapshot of Climate-Related School Disruptions in 2024. Released on International Day of Education, the report underscores the growing impact of heatwaves, floods, tropical cyclones, and droughts on education, worsening an already critical global learning crisis. Heatwaves were the leading cause of school closures, affecting over 118 million students in April alone. Countries like Bangladesh and the Philippines witnessed widespread school shutdowns, while Cambodia shortened school days due to scorching temperatures. In parts of South Asia, temperatures reached a staggering 47°C...

Jan252025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Global Disaster Losses Hit $368 Billion in 2024, Underscoring Urgency of Climate Resilience

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Economic losses from disaster events worldwide surged to $368 billion in 2024, driven by devastating hurricanes, severe storms, and widespread flooding. Hurricanes Milton and Helene caused significant destruction in the United States, while severe convective storms and flooding ravaged parts of Europe. These disasters highlight the critical need for robust adaptation and mitigation measures to protect lives and enhance resilience against climate-driven risks. According to Aon’s latest Climate and Catastrophe Insight report, the escalating impact of climate risks tells two vital stories. Firstly, weather-related disasters and climate risks now influence nearly every aspect of business operations, from selecting facility locations to ensuring employee safety. Secondly, the report emphasiz...

Jan242025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Heatwaves in North America, Europe Could Intensify Twice as Expected Due to Soil Moisture Variations

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A new study has revealed that heatwaves in Eastern North America and Central Europe could become twice as intense as previously predicted, driven by variations in soil moisture. Published in Nature Communications, the research, led by Professor Douglas Maraun at the University of Graz with contributions from the University of Reading, highlights the potential for devastating temperature surges if global warming reaches 2°C. The study warns that extreme heat events in these regions could rise by up to 4°C, significantly outpacing moderate heatwave projections. This alarming trend mirrors the catastrophic heatwaves that hit Canada in 2021, India in 2022, and the Mediterranean in 2023. Reinhard Schiemann, a co-author of the study from the University of Reading, explained "While it’s kno...