Europe’s climate is changing fast – here’s how it’s affecting people and the economy

Rising floodwaters near the River Danube in 2024. My StockPhotos/Shutterstock

Temperatures across Europe are rising at twice the global average. This alarming trend is leading to more frequent and intense heatwaves, droughts, floods and storms.

But climate change isn’t just about extreme weather. It damages ecosystems, infrastructure and economies, plus people’s resilience and prosperity, meaning the European way of life is at risk.