High temperatures, droughts and floods have become so commonplace due to climate change that they are often overlooked in the news. In Climate.Table, you’ll find a monthly selection of extreme weather events from around the world.
By Kai Schöneberg
Western Europe saw record high temperatures in May, while nights in India are getting hotter and hotter. Scientists see a clear link to climate change and are warning of health risks. A new WMO study predicts more record-breaking temperatures in the coming years.
By Miriam Scheibe
Part of the more pronounced warming observed in 2023 and 2024 has so far remained unexplained. Now, researchers at the University of Maryland are pointing to a new phenomenon in the Indian Ocean. Its impact is said to have been as significant as that of El Niño.
By Lukas Bayer
Heat waves, droughts and floods have become so commonplace due to climate change that they are often overlooked in the news. In Climate.Table, you’ll find a monthly selection of extreme weather events from around the world.
By Kai Schöneberg
Heat waves, droughts, and floods have become so commonplace due to climate change that they are often overlooked in the news. In Climate.Table, you’ll find a monthly selection of extreme weather events.
By Kai Schöneberg
Germany is poorly prepared for rising heatwaves. A new study warns that by 2100, millions of working hours could be lost each year, causing significant economic damage. The authors call for stronger adaptation measures and more ambitious climate action.
By Alexandra Endres
In future, scaffolders will receive compensation if they are unable to work due to the summer heat. The construction trade union wants to introduce similar regulations for all sectors.
By Okan Bellikli
The Paris Agreement would prevent 57 additional hot days per year worldwide, according to an analysis by WWA and Climate Central. The prerequisite is that all countries fulfill their NDCs.
By Lukas Bayer
People in slums and poor neighborhoods suffer the most: The number of hot days is rising sharply in 43 metropolitan areas worldwide. Particularly affected: COP30 host country Brazil.
By Kai Schöneberg
Heat is one of the deadliest consequences of global warming: Two-thirds of heat-related deaths in cities in summer are due to climate change, according to a rapid study. The risk is particularly high in Europe.
By Kai Schöneberg
