Manya Rathore
Research expert covering India
Climate change in Australia - statistics & facts
Rising global temperatures and climate change have adversely affected Australia in many areas, with the consequences becoming more apparent in recent years. Extremely high temperatures and drought are significant environmental threats to Australia, which is already the driest inhabited continent on earth. Recent climate modeling has indicated that without action, the southern part of Australia will become susceptible to even more drought, leading to an increase in the frequency of bushfires, which can cause significant damage to flora, wildlife, and the livelihoods of Australians. While many Australians are supportive of increased action against climate change, whether the country is on track to meet its climate targets remains uncertain.
