The study by the United Nations University, produced by more than 200 experts from 25 countries, suggests climate change is making creeping deserts “the greatest environmental challenge of our times”.
One-third the Earth’s population – about two billion people – are potential victims. Overexploitation of land and unsustainable irrigation practices are making matters worse, it says, while climate change is also a major factor degrading the soil.
Campaigners say action on climate change is in jeopardy if MPs such as climate science denier John Redwood are granted key posts.
British Airways owner IAG led the list of buyers last year, analysis shows.
The protesters attempted to draw attention to the urgent need for large-scale climate action and pressure Democrat legislators to act.
As heatwaves, heavy rainfall, and flooding hit countries worldwide, climate deniers and those obstructing climate action deny or downplay extreme weather’s climate connection.
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