Droughts in Europe and Africa are intensifying due to climate change. Rising global temperatures are leading to historic water shortages in Europe’s Spain, Italy, and Greece, and severe food crises in Africa's Somalia and South Sudan. Addressing these challenges requires immediate and substantial reductions in greenhouse gas emissions through international collaboration.
The Andean Parliament has declared a State of Emergency in the Amazon Basin, marking a crucial step in combating environmental degradation. This decision is a result of Carlo Angeles' diligent efforts, spurred by the 2017 Coastal Niño storm's devastating impact in Peru. His advocacy led to heightened awareness and critical measures to protect this vital ecosystem.
The ravaging desertification in Brazil's semi-arid region is leaving farmers like Manoel Joaquim dos Santos without hope, as climate change and human activities accelerate land degradation. Despite international efforts, the crisis worsens, necessitating a new national strategy. The impact on Brazilian farmers is significant, urging the need for sustained government action.
