SNC Extra: Are heatwaves the new norm?
Summary
This episode examines Europe’s record-breaking heatwave, featuring meteorologist Rob Thompson and resilience expert Dimple Rana. They discuss how climate change intensifies extremes, the cultural shock of losing temperate summers, and the urgent need for infrastructure adaptation. The conversation highlights unequal health impacts and calls for systemic policy shifts to manage rising temperatures.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Klarna and Whoop
Introduction: The European heatwave crisis
Meteorological causes and climate change context
Increasing frequency of extreme weather events
Cultural identity and lack of heat adaptation
Urban infrastructure and building design flaws
Behavioral shifts and Mediterranean lifestyle models
Social inequality and vulnerable populations
Defining acceptable heat thresholds and impacts
Sponsors: Klarna and Acast
Policy priorities and long-term resilience strategies
Conclusion and next week's preview
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