From heatwaves to floods, see how cities lead in climate change adaptation and mitigation in the Oxford Economics' 2024 Global Cities Index.
Category: Climate Change
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Restoring Forests is a Path to Increased Rainfall, Cooler Climates
Global reforestation initiatives are boosting rainfall and cooling the planet, offering multiple benefits beyond carbon sequestration.
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Will the Record-breaking Temperatures Breach the 1.5°C Limit
WMO announced that within five years, there is an 80% chance that we will temporarily breach the 1.5°C Paris Agreement limit.
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Does Climate Change Threaten the Global Economy’s Future?
A study predicts a 19% reduction in global income due to climate change within the next 26 years, emphasizing the need for climate action.
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Brazil’s Flooding Highlights Need for Climate Change Adaptation
In May 2024, Brazil experienced disastrous floods from heavy rainfall, causing 160 deaths and millions affected. Climate adaptation is urgent.
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Climate Change Forces Nepal Community to Find New Home
Read the story of Nepal's Samdzong villagers who relocated due to climate change, highlighting its impacts on indigenous communities.
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Atmospheric Rivers Can Be Drivers of Global Rain, Extreme Weather
Discover how atmospheric rivers, narrow corridors of concentrated water vapour, can alleviate droughts and cause devastating floods.
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Asia Endures Record-Breaking Heatwaves Due To Climate Change
Asia's heatwaves highlight the severe impacts of climate change, with rising temperatures causing fatalities and agricultural damage.
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Report Shows Asia is Warming Faster Than Global Average
Asia's recent heatwave breaks records and a report revealed that the region is warming faster than the global average.
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Climate Change and Drainage Lack Blamed for UAE, Oman Floods
Understand the connection between climate change and the record floods in UAE and Oman, and why improving infrastructure is critical.