Climate change threatens MENA development
The report issued by the Carbon Institute highlights an unprecedented increase in temperatures in the Middle East and North Africa region, with warming at a rate of 0.46°C per decade since 1980—more than twice the global average. The year 2024 recorded the highest temperatures in history, with some areas in Iraq experiencing temperatures exceeding 50°C. The report also points to a severe water crisis, noting that the region houses 6% of the world's population but consumes only 1-2% of freshwater resources. Of the 25 countries analyzed, 16 are classified as suffering severely from water scarcity. It is projected that by 2050, the region could lose between 6% and 14% of its GDP if temperatures rise by two degrees Celsius, exacerbating economic problems, drought, agricultural collapse, and increased displacement. Meanwhile, floods, such as the one that occurred in Derna, Libya, continue to threaten infrastructure. The report emphasizes the urgent need for a fundamental shift in policies to confront the crisis, prioritizing climate adaptation as an economic priority and implementing proactive measures toEnhance resilience.
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