… Europe, climate change is projected to worsen conditions (high temperatures and drought) in a region already vulnerable to climate variability and to reduce water availability, hydropower potential, summer tourism and, in general, crop productivity. The Panel also anticipate that there will be increased risks to health associated with heat waves. In particular for the young and the elderly…
…. For East Hampshire, the impact of climate change will likely mean hotter drier summers with more chance of heat waves and drought and wetter, milder winters with more storms and flooding. Tackling Climate Change Our response to climate change will be managed on two fronts: Mitigation: Taking action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions Adaptation: Being prepared for the impacts caused…