Dr. Shakeel Hayat highlights the dual threat of climate change and El Niño, urging global leaders to adopt water-harvesting technologies pioneered in Pakistan, such as groundwater recharge systems, to combat increasing water insecurity and urban flooding.
Nurses are collapsing amid extreme heat conditions in UK hospitals, prompting union warnings of unsafe workplaces as Andy Burnham faces pressure over government climate adaptation and emergency responses.
A freedom of information request reveals only 20 staff work on climate adaptation in Defra, prompting calls from campaigners and NGOs for urgent government action as the UK faces extreme heatwaves, wildfires, and droughts.
Andy Burnham will chair an emergency Cobra meeting as extreme heatwaves, droughts, and unprecedented wildfires sweep across the UK, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 38C.
Kiel, Germany, after suffering a historic storm surge in 2023, is at the forefront of climate adaptation, redesigning its infrastructure and daily life to combat climate change impacts while stressing the importance of emission reduction.
Naoero, formerly Nauru, has launched a citizenship-by-investment program offering passports in exchange for financial contributions to fund climate adaptation and infrastructure relocation.
Europe faces an underestimated climate challenge of extreme heat, leading to infrastructure stress and wildfires. Eurostar is adapting trains for 55°C, Oslo Airport cools tarmac, and Stockholm paints tracks white, while experts warn adaptation alone is insufficient without reducing fossil fuels.
Germany experienced record-breaking heatwaves exceeding 40°C, highlighting a lack of national heat protection regulations and infrastructure issues. Policymakers debate federal vs. state responsibility for climate adaptation, while experts warn the country is set to miss CO2 reduction targets.
London Climate Action Week coincided with a severe European heatwave, exposing the continent's vulnerability and inadequate infrastructure for extreme temperatures. The article highlights the increasing frequency of such events, the challenges of adapting Europe's historic built environment, and the political and technical complexities of preparing for both heat and water extremes, warning of significant future consequences.
Face à une nouvelle vague de chaleur, le gouvernement français a présenté le bilan du troisième plan national d'adaptation au changement climatique. Les ministres Barbut et Jeanbrun ont souligné la multiplication et l'intensification des événements extrêmes, appelant à s'adapter à un réchauffement du pays.
The traditional starter home, once a symbol of adulthood and wealth-building, is becoming unattainable for many due to a shifting economic landscape. This article explores the challenges and potential future of homeownership.
A WIRED survey reveals that affordability is the top concern for Americans regarding housing, with many struggling to meet the '30 percent' rule. Respondents share financial stress, climate change impacts, and political displacement, leading to trends like multigenerational living and unconventional housing solutions.
A project in China is using local wisdom and community-led initiatives to adapt to climate change. In Qinghai, it supports herders in restoring grasslands and women in developing handicrafts. In Hebei and Inner Mongolia, 'farmer seed banks' preserve local varieties, and water conservation techniques are employed for terraced fields.
Governments, banks, and investors have committed approximately $100 billion to climate adaptation projects in Asia over the last five years, primarily focusing on water management and infrastructure. State-related organizations and development finance institutions accounted for over 90% of this investment.
