Critical infrastructure

Grids are the arteries and veins of electricity circulation. Comprising of power stations, substations, transformers, transmission and distribution lines, the grid connects electricity supply to demand.

More than 100,000 oil and gas wells across the western U.S. are in areas burned by wildfires in recent decades, and some 3 million people live next to wells that in the future could be in the path of fires worsened by climate change.

The paper focuses on the supply of reliable power and complements recent works that estimate firms and households’ willingness to pay for stable power access.

Climate change (CC) will likely significantly impact the world’s infrastructure significantly. This article reports on a study which examined the connections and impacts of CC on infrastructure.

Increasing use of fans, air coolers and air conditioners is placing ‘serious’ strain on grid in north of country

Climate change is projected to alter global wind patterns. In some regions, average wind speeds are expected to decrease, potentially impacting the productivity of wind farms. Simultaneously, the intensity of storms is anticipated to increase.

Raising awareness is vital for restoring green spaces and preserving water bodies, says Bushra Afreen.

The World Bank approved a project to help Guyana adapt to climate change and reduce flood risk in its coastal regions. This initiative is set to benefit around 320,000 people, approximately 40% of the country’s population, including the most vulnerable.