High Risk: Today's climate risk is high due to intensified hurricanes, ecosystem threats, and political inaction on climate policies.
The current climate threat level is elevated due to several converging factors. Hurricane Melissa, which has been significantly intensified by climate change, exemplifies the increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events, posing immediate disaster risks and long-term implications for coastal communities. Additionally, the threat to biodiversity, such as the potential extinction of the Socotra dragon’s blood tree, highlights the ongoing ecosystem collapse driven by climate change. Political factors, including the U.S. decision to not send high-level representatives to the COP30 climate summit, underscore a critical failure in global climate policy coordination. These elements collectively contribute to a heightened risk of severe climate impacts both now and in the future.
[Government] Increase investment in climate resilience infrastructure to protect vulnerable communities from extreme weather events.
[NGO] Advocate for stronger international climate agreements and hold governments accountable for their commitments.
[Researchers] Conduct and disseminate studies on the impacts of climate change on biodiversity to inform conservation strategies.
[Businesses] Develop and implement sustainable practices to reduce carbon footprints and support climate adaptation efforts.
[Individuals] Engage in climate advocacy and support policies that aim to mitigate climate change and promote sustainability.