Drought and widespread desertification exacerbate poverty, hunger, energy insecurity and ecosystem destruction
According to a new UN-supported report, some of the most severe and devastating droughts in human history have occurred since 2023, driven by climate change and ongoing pressure on land and water resources. The report, “Global Drought Hotspots 2023–2025,” provides a comprehensive account of how droughts exacerbate poverty, hunger, energy insecurity, and ecosystem destruction.
Land degradation and desertification associated with climate change are observed worldwide
The Volgograd Region in the Russian Federation has been named one of the most desertified territories in Russia. In just a few years, West Africa, South Asia, and the Midwest of the United States will become dangerous to human life due to climate change. Having analyzed data on climate change and abnormal heat waves on Earth, scientists have modeled temperature fluctuations for the coming years and have come to disappointing conclusions for certain regions of the planet.