Global Warming Drives Record Health Threats Amid Persistent Fossil Fuel Reliance

A new report highlights alarming increases in climate-related health risks and criticizes ongoing government support for fossil fuels.

Lancet Countdown report reveals that 10 out of 15 climate-related health indicators have reached alarming new records, including a 167% rise in heat-related mortality among seniors since the 1990s.
Extreme weather events such as droughts and floods have intensified, leading to widespread food insecurity and the spread of infectious diseases like dengue and malaria.
The report criticizes governments for allocating $1.4 trillion in fossil fuel subsidies in 2022, hindering the transition to renewable energy and exacerbating climate change impacts.
Despite warnings, global CO2 emissions hit an all-time high in 2023, with oil and gas companies expanding fossil fuel production, further derailing efforts to meet the Paris Agreement targets.
The upcoming COP29 summit in Azerbaijan will focus on climate financing for developing nations, emphasizing the urgent need for a global shift towards renewable energy sources.