Extreme heat over Europe moves into its second week, data shows high levels of fatalities & fresh geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
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Viewpoint: Why South Africa’s cost-of-living crisis is also a water, energy and food crisis
South Africa’s rising cost of living, driven by interconnected water, energy, and food systems, pressures households and complicates saving.
UK shatters June temperature record for a third consecutive day as extreme heat rewrites the climate record books
June 2026 marked unprecedented heatwaves across Europe, breaking multiple temperature records in the UK and causing significant health impacts.
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Europe faces extreme heat, with record temperatures and severe health concerns, amidst energy challenges from the Middle East conflict.
All the top ten bestselling cars in China in May 2026 were new energy vehicles
In May 2026, China saw all bestselling cars as new energy vehicles, signaling a shift in the automotive market despite declining sales.
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This week’s blog highlights geopolitical impacts on oil prices, extreme heat in Europe, and the environmental concerns of the World Cup.
Solar power reaches major US milestone
In May, solar power surpassed coal generation for the first time in the US, highlighting a significant shift towards renewable energy.
China was hit by wide-ranging extreme weather events in May
In May 2026, China faced extreme weather, including historic heatwaves, floods, and a rare sandstorm, causing significant casualties and damages.
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This week, Oil Futures surged due to geopolitical tensions, with ongoing coverage of energy markets and climate developments, including extreme weather impacts.
El Niño: WMO warns the world to prepare for severe extreme weather events
The WMO reports an 80% chance of a significant El Niño starting this month, warning of severe climate impacts globally through November.
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