Last year saw a record rise in carbon dioxide levels, WMO says
Last year saw the biggest increase in global carbon dioxide (CO₂) levels since modern records began in 1957, the World…
Weather
Weather plays an increasingly important role in corporate sustainability, influencing business operations, supply chains, infrastructure, agriculture, energy systems and climate resilience. More frequent and severe weather events, including heatwaves, floods, droughts and storms, are increasing operational risks for organisations while reinforcing the need for climate adaptation, resilience planning and effective risk management. Weather-related impacts are becoming a growing focus of sustainability reporting, climate risk assessments and long-term business strategy.
SustainabilityOnline provides coverage of the latest weather-related sustainability developments, including extreme weather events, climate resilience, business continuity, climate adaptation, agricultural impacts, renewable energy, water management and evolving climate risk. We explore how organisations are responding to weather-related disruption, strengthening resilience across operations and supply chains, preparing for physical climate risks and integrating weather considerations into corporate sustainability strategies. We also examine the links between weather, climate change, biodiversity, food security and environmental policy.
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