The growing risks of extreme heat

The rising heat is not just a seasonal discomfort but a public health and development crisis.

Earth is heating up, and there is no doubt about it. The World Meteorological Organisation reported 2024 as the warmest year ever recorded, with global temperatures reaching 1.55 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. The organisation confirmed that this is the first time we have crossed the 1.5 degrees Celsius threshold in a single calendar year. The last 10 years have showcased an ongoing, alarming trend, and its impact is everywhere.