Climate change — latest ecology news
In just four years, the frequency of fires in Europe has increased by more than one and a half times
The situation calls for urgent action and a large-scale recovery programme
In South America, summer temperatures are being recorded instead of winter ones
Instead of helping Canada, which is in the grip of wildfires, the US is threatening to raise tariffs on the country due to the smoke from the forest fires
Along with the lake, rare species of aquatic and marsh plants have also disappeared
Southern Europe will gradually see its productivity decline by the end of the 21st century
In Spain, fires have claimed the lives of 13 people, whilst in France, flames have engulfed the kings’ historic hunting grounds
Prolonged exposure to a combination of air pollution and heat can lead to chronic illnesses and even premature death
The heatwave is already forcing investors to rethink their approach to risk management, yet the industry still wants to pay less for emissions
The authorities are forced to close roads and set up shelters for people at risk from natural disasters
Emissions from the 2026 FIFA World Cup are estimated at 7.8 million tonnes of CO₂
Countries are suspending train services, banning alcohol and cancelling public events