Global Scans · Climate · Weekly Summary

• [New] Investing only 1% to 2% of global GDP in climate adaptation by 2100 would keep warming below 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit. The Cool Down
• [New] If the six island states analyzed do not act on climate change, they could face losses of $25 billion and GDP losses of $117 billion by 2050. The Cool Down
• [New] Small island states could save billions in weather damage by implementing climate adaptation measures. The Cool Down
• [New] Researchers project a roughly 17% increase in water usage by 2050 for the DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia region. FoxesSellFaster.com
• [New] Sea-level rise threatens coastal terminals across North America and South America. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Climate change would cut 4% off annual global GDP by 2050 and 20% by the end of the century. UN News
• [New] A $1 investment in nature-based adaptation for climate change results in $4 of environmental, social, and economic benefits through avoided losses and reduced risk. The Dirt
• [New] A new briefing from Transport & Environment (T & E) highlights how plans to expand the UK's cruise sector could significantly worsen air pollution in coastal communities. AirQualityNews
• [New] Europe is facing increasing water scarcity, water quality degradation, and climate-related threats to both human well-being and economic competitiveness. EUbusiness.com | EU news, business and politics
• [New] By 2050, extreme weather could leave listed power companies in Asia-Pacific with $8.4 billion a year in damage and lost revenue, a third higher than now. Boston Herald

Last updated: 15 December 2025