According to the Copernicus report, Europe experienced the warmest year since records began in 2024. Particularly striking are extreme weather contrasts and deadly floods. Read about what stands out in Table.Briefings.
By Lukas Knigge
The low "Boris" brings extreme weather and major flooding to Eastern Europe. At the same time, climate policy is ignored by most parties in elections in these regions. Adaptation quickly reaches its limits.
By Bernhard Pötter
At least six people have been injured and others buried in landslides in the southern Chinese province of Guangdong. The authorities fear a flood of the century in the densely populated Pearl River Delta.
By Felix Lee
After record rainfall, many water reservoirs in Germany have recovered, but the risk remains. Climate researchers are calling for preparations for the next dry period. The German government intends to promote adaptation and examine a new financing model.
By Maximilian Arnhold
