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From Research to Action: Combating Climate Extremes – Wim Thiery
Jun 13, 2024
Climate scientist Wim Thiery discusses the increasing frequency of extreme weather events, the urgent need for climate action, and the role of climate scientists in litigation. He also shares insights on personalized climate impact, the use of AI in climate research, and preparing future generations for climate challenges.
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- Children born in recent years are forecasted to face up to seven times more heatwaves than previous generations, emphasizing intergenerational climate inequities.
- Climate scientists play a crucial role in providing scientific evidence for climate-related lawsuits to hold governments and industries accountable for insufficient climate action and historical emissions.
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Children Facing Future Extremes
Children born in recent years are projected to experience significantly more extreme climate events compared to previous generations, with an estimated increase of up to seven times more heat waves for grandchildren compared to their grandparents. This disparity is exacerbated by regions like the Middle East and North Africa, where young individuals face at least seven times more climate extremes due to current climate action pledges. The data emphasizes the disproportionate impact on children in poorer countries who are less responsible for greenhouse gas emissions.
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