A government report warns that temperatures in mainland France are set to increase by 4°C by 2100 due to global warming, calling for strategies to tackle a much hotter climate.
The report presented by Prime Minister Michel Barnier highlights the need to prepare for a 4% global warming scenario by the end of the century, surpassing the targets set in the 2015 Climate Change Conference.
France is projected to experience a faster temperature rise compared to the rest of the world, with significant implications including longer heatwaves, extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and economic repercussions.
Preparing for Climate Change
The government outlines 51 measures to protect citizens, adapt to climate change, and mobilize resources effectively. The plan emphasizes the need for urgent action to mitigate the impact of global warming on society and the environment.