Tag: CLIMATE JUSTICE
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Spain’s Floods: A Stark Warning of Europe’s Climate Vulnerability
Spain has experienced its deadliest floods in decades, which led to at least 24 casualties. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen remarked on Europe’s lack of preparedness for climate change, highlighting the stark reality and need for effective preparations as climate disasters intensify. Early warnings failed to mitigate the flooding’s severity, emphasizing urgent calls…
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Devastating Heat Waves Sweep Across Europe: Summer 2023’s Alarming Toll
Summer 2023 marked one of Europe’s hottest seasons, resulting in over 47,000 heat-related deaths, primarily in southern countries. Research indicates that without prior adaptations, the death toll could have been significantly worse. Urgent action to protect vulnerable populations and reduce carbon emissions is essential to tackle the climate crisis. Summer 2023 swept across Europe like…