Yet, even as the world reels from these tragedies, recent geopolitical tensions and policy uncertainty have cast doubt on the continued relevance of carbon reduction.
In July 2025, catastrophic flooding in Texas claimed over a hundred lives. Weeks earlier, in Nepal, deadly flash floods swept away a key bridge. Earlier this year, severe floods struck Spain, Queensland and Northern Pakistan, resulting in dozens more fatalities.
The sheer scale of intensifying global floods is undeniable. Scientists warn that such disasters will only become more frequent and severe as global warming accelerates, unleashing heavier rains and more extreme weather events.
