Prolonged heatwaves have again defined the summer in many parts of the Northern Hemisphere. From record temperatures across parts of Europe and Asia to growing concerns about water stress, wildfire risk and workforce safety, extreme heat has become an increasingly visible reminder of how climate change is affecting societies and economies.
For decades, business leaders have assessed climate risk primarily through its impacts on physical assets, supply chains, and regulation. However, a growing body of research now suggests that this view misses one of the most significant costs of climate change: human health.
