Heatwaves

Climate Change

As the temperature rises, so do rates of domestic violence

— Heatwaves correlate with increased violence, particularly in domestic settings, according to an Australian study. The study found domestic violence rates rose disproportionately during warmer weather.

Climate Change

The oil industry has succumbed to a dangerous new climate denialism

— Oil producers behave as if heatwaves, forest fires, and rising sea levels were happening on another planet.

COMMENT

Extreme weather events are exactly the time to talk about climate change

— Record-breaking heatwaves across the northern hemisphere have been linked to climate change, making extreme weather events more likely and intense. Most people are concerned about climate change. The challenge now is to convert this concern into action.