Accelerating climate extremes and adaptation needs
Key Questions
How many people were displaced by extreme weather in 2025?
A Greenpeace study found 13.6 million people were internally displaced by extreme weather events in 2025, a 37% increase from prior years.
Where are data centers being built that raises concerns?
Numerous data centers are planned in areas highly vulnerable to extreme weather events, increasing risks to operations and local infrastructure.
What does the UNICEF report say about children and climate hazards?
UNICEF reports that nearly 2 billion children worldwide are at risk from climate hazards, with almost every child exposed to at least one.
How is climate change affecting coastal floods?
Climate change has made once-rare coastal floods 12 times more likely according to recent studies on sea-level rise and storm intensity.
What is happening to Antarctic sea ice?
Antarctic sea ice loss reached the size of France, with experts warning of accelerating melt and broader climate impacts.
How is climate change impacting homeowners' insurance?
Rising extreme weather is driving up homeowners' insurance costs significantly, as highlighted by Sen. Whitehouse and recent analyses.
What warning did climate experts issue for summer heat?
Experts predict a summer heat spike as global CO2 levels hit record highs and warming approaches 2°C thresholds.
What airports are most at risk from climate heat this summer?
Northeast US airports, particularly Philadelphia, face the highest risk of operational disruptions from extreme summer heat.
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