Climate change: Women paying the price of a hotter planet

Prolonged heatwaves linked to climate change are amplifying domestic violence, with a 4.7% rise in incidents for every degree Celsius increase in temperature. This alarming trend underscores the intersection of environmental and social issues, highlighting how climate change disproportionately affects women. Adéa Guillot from CARE France emphasizes the urgent need to address these intertwined crises to protect vulnerable populations. This connection between climate change and domestic violence underscores the broader implications for public health and gender equality.