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🗞️ Driving the news: A global survey by insurance giant Axa has named climate change as the top threat facing the world for the third consecutive year
• The poll surveyed 23,000 people, including 3,000 risk experts and 20,000 members of the public, who ranked climate-related risks above geopolitical instability, cyber risks, and artificial intelligence
🔭 The context: The results come amid a backdrop of severe climate events, including hurricanes Milton and Helene, and ongoing droughts
• Europeans ranked climate change as their most pressing concern, with 67% of experts and 49% of the public identifying it as the biggest threat
🌍 Why it matters for the planet: The survey reflects a growing global awareness of climate change’s impacts, with 77% of respondents feeling personally vulnerable to climate-related risks, up from 73% in 2023
• This emphasizes the need for both governmental and individual action to combat the crisis
⏭️ What's next: As climate concerns continue to rise, experts and the public are urging governments and corporations to cut emissions, while individuals are encouraged to adopt greener lifestyles and advocate for environmental change
💬 One quote: "The effects of climate change are now ever present in our environment, our homes, and our health," – Thomas Buberl, CEO of Axa
📈 One stat: 63% of risk experts and 45% of the public ranked climate-related risks among their top concerns
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