Greece faced 9,500 wildfires in 2023, its hottest and driest year on record, burning nearly 44,500 hectares of land. While the number of fires rose by 7.5% compared to the last 20 years, swift action from authorities reduced the affected area by 14%. Minister Vassilis Kikilias highlighted the growing challenge of fires occurring outside the traditional fire season, with climate change driving more extreme weather patterns in the country.
Tag: climate adaptation
The rising cost of olive oil is attributed to climate change's adverse effects on production. Prolonged droughts, heatwaves, and pest infestations challenge olive farmers in the Mediterranean and beyond. However, innovative farming practices offer hope for sustainable adaptation in the face of these challenges.