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Summer Outlook: What to Make of Extreme Weather Predictions

Columbia Energy Exchange

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Compound Extreme Events in Climate Science

This chapter explores the concept of compound extreme events in climate science, showcasing how interconnected occurrences can lead to more severe impacts and risks. It discusses the challenges posed by simultaneous extreme weather events in multiple regions, emphasizing the need for society to plan for these escalating compound risks amid climate change. The episode also delves into the evolving field of climate change attribution science, highlighting advancements in linking human activities to climate change impacts like heat waves and crop losses.

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