New World Bank reports paint Europe’s climate preparedness as a hot mess in a hurry

A new series of reports published recently by the World Bank in partnership with the European Commission paints a troubling picture of Europe’s readiness to handle the effects of climate change over the coming years.

Among the most alarming findings, the World Bank reports that the European Union could lose seven per cent of its GDP dealing with the impacts of climate change by the 2030s.

The reports, themed ‘Economics for Disaster Prevention and Preparedness in Europe’ look closely at how  Europe faces overwhelming losses and destruction from climate-related disasters as the continent is warming faster than any other region in the world, and how overlapping priorities, limited funds, focused and smart investments are needed to strengthen and adapt critical sectors across Europe to disaster and climate risks.

This Special Report examines some of the critical issues highlighted by the research studies.

• Europe unprepared for climate disaster, warns World Bank

  News | Advocacy Lab Content | Energy, Environment 21-05-2024

  Est. 7min
  

  Climate-related disasters cost Europe more than €77 billion last year, according to a new report. But costs can be lowered with better data and financing strategies.

• A Bridge to Peace: Lessons from Mostar for a Fragile World

  Opinion | Promoted content | Global Europe 24-07-2024

  Est. 5min
  

  The journey from destruction to reconstruction, from poverty to prosperity, is never easy. As the Mostar Bridge shows, it’s possible. With commitment, partnerships, and support, we can help more countries cross the bridge to a peaceful and prosperous future.

• Resilience, reliance, readjustment: How Ukrainians are coping with the war

  Opinion | Promoted content | Global Europe 10-06-2024

  Est. 6min
  

  A year-long Listening to Ukraine survey offers insight into the well-being of ordinary Ukrainians and how the government's response, enabled by external support, has helped citizens adjust.

Energy, Environment & Transport

Europe unprepared for climate disaster, warns World Bank

21/05/2024

6 min. read

Global Europe

opinion Promoted content

A Bridge to Peace: Lessons from Mostar for a Fragile World

24/07/2024

5 min. read

Global Europe

opinion Promoted content

Resilience, reliance, readjustment: How Ukrainians are coping with the war

10/06/2024

5 min. read